AMMONIUM DICHROMATE, PURIFIED

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1A Skin sensitization Category 1A Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1A Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Oxidizing solids Category 2 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable Label elements Danger Hazard statements Toxic if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May intensify fire; oxidizer Appearance Crystals or Crystalline Physical state Solid Odor No information available powder or powder Precautionary Statements - Prevention Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Keep away from heat Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Precautionary Statements - Response Specific treatment (see .? on this label) Specific treatment is urgent (see .? on this label) Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Specific treatment (see .? on this label) IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish Precautionary Statements - Storage Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant Unknown acute toxicity

Further information

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Very toxic to aquatic life.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1A Skin sensitization Category 1A Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1A Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Oxidizing solids Category 2 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable