TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S. (contains potassium dichromate)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H271, H272, H301, H312, H314, H317, H330, H334, H340, H350, H360, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H271

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Model WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS Min Max Flammability 0 Toxicity 4 0 = Minimum Body Contact 3 1 = Low Reactivity 3 2 = Moderate 3 = High Chronic 4 4 = Extreme Poisons Schedule S6 Oxidizing Solid Category 1, Oxidizing Solid Category 3, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 3, Acute Toxicity (Dermal) Category 4, Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 2, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B, Respiratory Sensitizer ] Category 1, Skin Sensitizer Category 1, Germ Cell Mutagen Category 1B, Carcinogen Category 1A, Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B, STOT - RE Category 1, Chronic Aquatic Hazard Category 1 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HSIS ; 3. Classification drawn from EC Directive Legend: 1272/2008 - Annex VI

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer H301 Toxic if swallowed H312 Harmful in contact with skin H330 Fatal if inhaled H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H340 May cause genetic defects H350 May cause cancer H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/organic material P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/organic material/combustible materials. P283 Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

Response

P301+P310+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. Do NOT induce vomiting. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. P305+P351+P338 Continue rinsing. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see advice on this label). P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider P370+P378 In case of fire: Use… to extinguish. P371+P380+P375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing P306+P360 clothes. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised chemical landfill or if organic to high temperature incineration