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General Information
Version
3
Revision date
2025-12-27
Product name
Silver(I) oxide
Product Synonyms
Argentous oxide
CAS No.
20667-12-3
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer Causes serious eye damage
Prevention
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 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wear fire resistant or flame retardant clothing
Response
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor 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
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Light sensitive
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 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
