General Information
Revision date
2019-05-15
Product name
CHROMIC CHLORIDE, HEXAHYDRATE, USP
Product Synonyms
Chromium (III) Chloride Hexahydrate; Chromium Chloride, hexahydrate; Chromium sesquichloride; Chromium trichloride hexahydrate; Hexaaquachromium
CAS No.
10060-12-5
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Product code: C1344 Product name: CHROMIC CHLORIDE, HEXAHYDRATE, USP May cause an allergic skin reaction
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
Not available
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves Wear eye/face protection
Response
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations as applicable