General Information
Revision date
2016-11-17
Product name
CHROMIUM
Product Synonyms
Chromic nitrate nonahydrate
CAS No.
7789-02-8
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
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Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Oxidizing solids Category 3
2.2 Label elements
Warning
Hazard statements
May be harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May intensify fire; oxidizer
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
May be harmful if swallowed
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Wear protective gloves Wear eye/face protection
Response
IN CASE OF FIRE: Use water to extinguish. Do not use dry chemicals or foams. CO 2 or Halon may provide limited control. 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 advice/attention. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
