General Information
Revision date
2017-07-06
Product name
OSMIUM
Product Synonyms
Osmic acid
CAS No.
20816-12-0
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 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) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 1 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Toxic if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Fatal in contact with skin Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause respiratory irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
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 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician 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: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth
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