Ammonium Peroxodisulfate [for Electrophoresis]

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2B] Sensitization - Respiratory [Category 1] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Oxidizing Solids [Category 3] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 3]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Harmful to aquatic life May cause damage to organs: Central Nervous System May cause respiratory irritation. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Respiratory System

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Prevention

Keep away from heat. Keep and store away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Do not breathe dust, fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear respiratory protection. Wear protective gloves, eye protection.

Response

If swallowed Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice or attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. 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 or attention. If exposed or concerned: Call a poison center or doctor.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations (e.g. US 40 CFR Part 261, EU 91/156/EEC, JP Waste Disposal and Cleaning Act, etc.).

2.3 Other hazards

None. [HNOC]