Potassium dichromate 0.025N Standardized Solution

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Central Vascular System (CVS), Blood.

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Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Toxic if inhaled May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child 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 Use personal protective equipment as required Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Eyes 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

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

2.3 Other hazards

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm - https //www.p65warnings.ca.gov/.