Chromium(VI) oxide TECHNICAL

Hazard statements (CLP)

H271, H301, H301+H311, H311, H314, H317, H330, H334, H335, H340, H350, H361f, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H271

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification according to GHS

Hazard classes and hazard categories

Hazard statements

Oxidising liquid, category 1 H271 Carcinogenicity, category 1A H350 Germ cell mutagenicity, category 1B H340 Reproductive toxicity, category 2 H361f Acute toxicity, category 2, inhalation H330 Acute toxicity, category 3, oral H301 Acute toxicity, category 3, dermal H311 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure), category 1 H372 Skin corrosion, category 1A H314 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure), category 3, vascular H335 Respiratory sensitization, category 1 H334 Skin sensitization, category 1 H317 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, chronic, category 1 H410 Classification according to H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser. H350 May cause cancer. H340 May cause genetic defects. H361f Suspected of damaging fertility. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H301+H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin. H372 Causes damage to organs. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

2.2 Label elements

Labelling according GHS (67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC)

Signal word

Danger

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P308+P310 IF exposed or concerned: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…

Hazard pictograms

O, T+, N

R-phrase(s)

R45 May cause cancer. R46 May cause heritable genetic damage. R9 Explosive when mixed with combustible material. R24/25 Toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed. R26 Very toxic by inhalation. R35 Causes severe burns. R42/43 May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. R48/23 Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. R62 Possible risk of impaired fertility. R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

S-phrase(s)

S53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.

2.3 Other hazards

SVHC Yes