PERIODIC ACID,

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Oxidizing solids Category 2

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May intensify fire; oxidizer

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

Not available

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing/ .? /combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles .?

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IN CASE OF FIRE: Use water to extinguish. Do not use dry chemicals or foams. CO2or 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. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting

Storage

Store locked up

Precautionary statements

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