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EC/CAS
7758-01-2
Name of the chemical
Kaliumbromat
Concentration
>95
General Information
Version
4
Revision date
2025-12-22
Product name
Potassium bromate
Product Synonyms
Bromic acid, potassium salt
CAS No.
7758-01-2
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H271, H301, H335, H336, H351, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H271
May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer Toxic if swallowed May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness and dizziness Suspected of causing cancer May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wear fire resistant or flame retardant clothing
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Oxidizing solids Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system, Central nervous system (CNS). Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Kidney.
