Ammonium Peroxodisulfate [for Electrophoresis]

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity Central nervous system - Single exposure [Category 2] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system - Repeated exposure [Category 1]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard 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 May cause damage to organs : Central nervous system Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Respiratory system May cause respiratory irritation Harmful to aquatic life

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 should 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: Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it 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.