1.
1.1
IDENTIFICATION
OF
THE
SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE
AND
OF
THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product
identifiers
Product
name
Product
Number
Brand
Index-No.
CAS-No.
:
:
:
:
:
Potassium
dichromate
207802
Anonymous-Anonymous
024-002-00-6
7778-50-9
1.2
Relevant
identified
uses
of
the
substance
or
mixture
and
uses
advised
against
Identified
uses
:
Laboratory
chemicals,
Manufacture
of
substances 2.
2.1
2.2
HAZARDS
IDENTIFICATION
Classification
of
the
substance
or
mixture
Classification
according
to
Regulation
(EC)
No
1272/2008
[EU-GHS/CLP]
Oxidizing
solids
(Category
2)
Carcinogenicity
(Category
1B)
Germ
cell
mutagenicity
(Category
1B)
Reproductive
toxicity
(Category
1B)
Acute
toxicity,
Inhalation
(Category
2)
Acute
toxicity,
Oral
(Category
3)
Specific
target
organ
toxicity
-
repeated
exposure
(Category
1)
Acute
toxicity,
Dermal
(Category
4)
Skin
corrosion
(Category
1B)
Respiratory
sensitization
(Category
1)
Skin
sensitization
(Category
1)
Acute
aquatic
toxicity
(Category
1)
Chronic
aquatic
toxicity
(Category
1)
Classification
according
to
EU
Directives
67/548/EEC
or
1999/45/EC
Causes
burns.
May
cause
cancer.
May
cause
heritable
genetic
damage.
Very
toxic
to
aquatic
organisms,
may
cause
long-term
adverse
effects
in
the
aquatic
environment.
Contact
with
combustible
material
may
cause
fire.
May
cause
sensitization
by
inhalation
and
skin
contact.
May
impair
fertility.
May
cause
harm
to
the
unborn
child.
Very
toxic
by
inhalation.
Toxic
if
swallowed.
Toxic:
danger
of
serious
damage
to
health
by
prolonged
exposure
through
inhalation.
Harmful
in
contact
with
skin.
Label
elements
Labelling
according
Regulation
(EC)
No
1272/2008
[CLP]
Pictogram
Signal
word
Hazard
statement(s)
H272
H301
H312
H314
H317
H330
H334
H340
H350
H360
H372
H410
Precautionary
statement(s)
P201
P220
P260
P273
P280
P284
Supplemental
Hazard
Danger
May
intensify
fire;
oxidiser.
Toxic
if
swallowed.
Harmful
in
contact
with
skin.
Causes
severe
skin
burns
and
eye
damage.
May
cause
an
allergic
skin
reaction.
Fatal
if
inhaled.
May
cause
allergy
or
asthma
symptoms
or
breathing
difficulties
if
inhaled.
May
cause
genetic
defects.
May
cause
cancer.
May
damage
fertility
or
the
unborn
child.
Causes
damage
to
organs
through
prolonged
or
repeated
exposure.
Very
toxic
to
aquatic
life
with
long
lasting
effects.
Obtain
special
instructions
before
use.
Keep/Store
away
from
clothing/
combustible
materials.
Do
not
breathe
dust/
fume/
gas/
mist/
vapours/
spray.
Avoid
release
to
the
environment.
Wear
protective
gloves/
protective
clothing/
eye
protection/
face
protection.
Wear
respiratory
protection.
none
Statements
Restricted
to
professional
users.
According
to
European
Directive
67/548/EEC
as
amended.
Hazard
symbol(s)
R-phrase(s)
R45
R46
R60
R61
R21
R25
R26
R48/23
R8
R34
R42/43
R50/53
May
cause
cancer.
May
cause
heritable
genetic
damage.
May
impair
fertility.
May
cause
harm
to
the
unborn
child.
Also
harmful
in
contact
with
skin.
Also
toxic
if
swallowed.
Also
very
toxic
by
inhalation.
Also
toxic:
danger
of
serious
damage
to
health
by
prolonged
exposure
through
inhalation.
Contact
with
combustible
material
may
cause
fire.
Causes
burns.
May
cause
sensitization
by
inhalation
and
skin
contact.
Very
toxic
to
aquatic
organisms,
may
cause
long-term
adverse
effects
in
the
aquatic
environment.
S-phrase(s)
S53
S45
S60
S61
Avoid
exposure
-
obtain
special
instructions
before
use.
In
case
of
accident
or
if
you
feel
unwell,
seek
medical
advice
immediately
(show
the
label
where
possible).
This
material
and
its
container
must
be
disposed
of
as
hazardous
waste.
Avoid
release
to
the
environment.
Refer
to
special
instructions/
Safety
data
sheets.
Restricted
to
professional
users.
2.3
Other
hazards
-
none
3.
3.1
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION
ON
INGREDIENTS
Substances
Synonyms
Formula
Molecular
Weight
Component
:
:
:
Potassium
bichromate
Cr2K2O7
294,18
g/mol
Concentration
Potassium
dichromate
Included
in
the
Candidate
List
of
Substances
of
Very
High
Concern
(SVHC)
according
to
Regulation
(EC)
No.
1907/2006
(REACH)
CAS-No.
EC-No.
Index-No.
7778-50-9
231-906-6
024-002-00-6
-
4.
4.1
4.2
4.3
5.
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
6.
6.1
FIRST
AID
MEASURES
Description
of
first
aid
measures
General
advice
Consult
a
physician.
Show
this
safety
data
sheet
to
the
doctor
in
attendance.
If
inhaled
If
breathed
in,
move
person
into
fresh
air.
If
not
breathing,
give
artificial
respiration.
Consult
a
physician.
In
case
of
skin
contact
Take
off
contaminated
clothing
and
shoes
immediately.
Wash
off
with
soap
and
plenty
of
water.
Take
victim
immediately
to
hospital.
Consult
a
physician.
In
case
of
eye
contact
Rinse
thoroughly
with
plenty
of
water
for
at
least
15
minutes
and
consult
a
physician.
If
swallowed
Do
NOT
induce
vomiting.
Never
give
anything
by
mouth
to
an
unconscious
person.
Rinse
mouth
with
water.
Consult
a
physician.
Most
important
symptoms
and
effects,
both
acute
and
delayed
Ulceration,
Material
is
extremely
destructive
to
tissue
of
the
mucous
membranes
and
upper
respiratory
tract,
eyes,
and
skin.
Indication
of
any
immediate
medical
attention
and
special
treatment
needed
no
data
available
FIREFIGHTING
MEASURES
Extinguishing
media
Suitable
extinguishing
media
Use
water
spray,
alcohol-resistant
foam,
dry
chemical
or
carbon
dioxide.
Special
hazards
arising
from
the
substance
or
mixture
Potassium
oxides,
Chromium
oxides
Advice
for
firefighters
Wear
self
contained
breathing
apparatus
for
fire
fighting
if
necessary.
Further
information
Use
water
spray
to
cool
unopened
containers.
ACCIDENTAL
RELEASE
MEASURES
Personal
precautions,
protective
equipment
and
emergency
procedures
Wear
respiratory
protection.
Avoid
dust
formation.
Avoid
breathing
vapors,
mist
or
gas.
Ensure
adequate
ventilation.
Evacuate
personnel
to
safe
areas.
Avoid
breathing
dust.
6.2
6.3
6.4
7.
7.1
7.2
7.3
8.
8.1
8.2
9.
9.1
Environmental
precautions
Prevent
further
leakage
or
spillage
if
safe
to
do
so.
Do
not
let
product
enter
drains.
Discharge
into
the
environment
must
be
avoided.
Methods
and
materials
for
containment
and
cleaning
up
Sweep
up
and
shovel.
Contain
spillage,
and
then
collect
with
an
electrically
protected
vacuum
cleaner
or
by
wet-brushing
and
place
in
container
for
disposal
according
to
local
regulations
(see
section
13).
Keep
in
suitable,
closed
containers
for
disposal.
Reference
to
other
sections
For
disposal
see
section
13.
HANDLING
AND
STORAGE
Precautions
for
safe
handling
Avoid
contact
with
skin
and
eyes.
Avoid
formation
of
dust
and
aerosols.Avoid
exposure
-
obtain
special
instructions
before
use.
Provide
appropriate
exhaust
ventilation
at
places
where
dust
is
formed.Keep
away
from
sources
of
ignition
-
No
smoking.Keep
away
from
heat
and
sources
of
ignition.Normal
measures
for
preventive
fire
protection.
Conditions
for
safe
storage,
including
any
incompatibilities
Store
in
cool
place.
Keep
container
tightly
closed
in
a
dry
and
well-ventilated
place.
Specific
end
uses
no
data
available
EXPOSURE
CONTROLS/PERSONAL
PROTECTION
Control
parameters
Components
with
workplace
control
parameters
Exposure
controls
Appropriate
engineering
controls
Avoid
contact
with
skin,
eyes
and
clothing.
Wash
hands
before
breaks
and
immediately
after
handling
the
product.
Personal
protective
equipment
Eye/face
protection
Face
shield
and
safety
glasses
Use
equipment
for
eye
protection
tested
and
approved
under
appropriate
government
standards
such
as
NIOSH
(US)
or
EN
166(EU).
Skin
protection
Handle
with
gloves.
Gloves
must
be
inspected
prior
to
use.
Use
proper
glove
removal
technique
(without
touching
glove's
outer
surface)
to
avoid
skin
contact
with
this
product.
Dispose
of
contaminated
gloves
after
use
in
accordance
with
applicable
laws
and
good
laboratory
practices.
Wash
and
dry
hands.
The
selected
protective
gloves
have
to
satisfy
the
specifications
of
EU
Directive
89/686/EEC
and
the
standard
EN
374
derived
from
it.
Body
Protection
Complete
suit
protecting
against
chemicals,
The
type
of
protective
equipment
must
be
selected
according
to
the
concentration
and
amount
of
the
dangerous
substance
at
the
specific
workplace.
Respiratory
protection
Where
risk
assessment
shows
air-purifying
respirators
are
appropriate
use
a
full-face
particle
respirator
type
N100
(US)
or
type
P3
(EN
143)
respirator
cartridges
as
a
backup
to
engineering
controls.
If
the
respirator
is
the
sole
means
of
protection,
use
a
full-face
supplied
air
respirator.
Use
respirators
and
components
tested
and
approved
under
appropriate
government
standards
such
as
NIOSH
(US)
or
CEN
(EU).
PHYSICAL
AND
CHEMICAL
PROPERTIES
Information
on
basic
physical
and
chemical
properties
a)
Appearance
Form:
crystalline
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
Odour
Odour
Threshold
pH
Melting
point/freezing
point
Initial
boiling
point
and
boiling
range
Flash
point
Evaporation
rate
no
data
available
no
data
available
3,5
-
5,0
at
29,4
g/l
at
25
°C
Melting
point/range:
398
°C
-
lit.
no
data
available
not
applicable
no
data
available
i)
Flammability
(solid,
gas)
no
data
available
j)
k)
l)
Upper/lower
flammability
or
explosive
limits
Vapour
pressure
Vapour
density
no
data
available
no
data
available
no
data
available
m)
Relative
density
2,680
g/cm3
n)
o)
p)
q)
r)
s)
t)
Water
solubility
Partition
coefficient:
n-
octanol/water
Autoignition
temperature
Decomposition
temperature
Viscosity
Explosive
properties
Oxidizing
properties
ca.29,4
g/l
at
20
°C
log
Pow:
5
no
data
available
no
data
available
no
data
available
no
data
available
The
substance
or
mixture
is
classified
as
oxidizing
with
the
category
2.
9.2
10.
10.1
10.2
10.3
10.4
10.5
10.6
11.
11.1
Other
safety
information
no
data
available
STABILITY
AND
REACTIVITY
Reactivity
no
data
available
Chemical
stability
no
data
available
Possibility
of
hazardous
reactions
no
data
available
Conditions
to
avoid
no
data
available
Incompatible
materials
Organic
materials,
Do
not
store
near
acids.,
Powdered
metals,
Hydrazine
Hazardous
decomposition
products
Other
decomposition
products
-
no
data
available
TOXICOLOGICAL
INFORMATION
Information
on
toxicological
effects
Acute
toxicity
LD50
Oral
-
rat
-
25
mg/kg
Remarks:
Sense
Organs
and
Special
Senses
(Nose,
Eye,
Ear,
and
Taste):Eye:Other.
Behavioral:Somnolence
(general
depressed
activity).
Behavioral:Ataxia.
LC50
Inhalation
-
rat
-
female
-
4
h
-
29
mg/m3
LD50
Dermal
-
rabbit
-
14
mg/kg
Remarks:
Lungs,
Thorax,
or
Respiration:Acute
pulmonary
edema.
Diarrhoea
Prolonged
skin
contact
may
cause
skin
irritation
and/or
dermatitis.
Skin
corrosion/irritation
no
data
available
Serious
eye
damage/eye
irritation
no
data
available
Respiratory
or
skin
sensitization
May
cause
allergic
respiratory
reaction.
Germ
cell
mutagenicity
May
alter
genetic
material.
In
vivo
tests
showed
mutagenic
effects
Carcinogenicity
This
is
or
contains
a
component
that
has
been
reported
to
be
carcinogenic
based
on
its
IARC,
OSHA,
ACGIH,
NTP,
or
EPA
classification.
Possible
human
carcinogen
IARC:
1
-
Group
1:
Carcinogenic
to
humans
(Potassium
dichromate)
1
-
Group
1:
Carcinogenic
to
humans
(Potassium
dichromate)
Reproductive
toxicity
Presumed
human
reproductive
toxicant
Specific
target
organ
toxicity
-
single
exposure
no
data
available
Specific
target
organ
toxicity
-
repeated
exposure
Inhalation
-
Causes
damage
to
organs
through
prolonged
or
repeated
exposure.
Aspiration
hazard
no
data
available
Potential
health
effects
Inhalation
Ingestion
Skin
Eyes
May
be
fatal
if
inhaled.
Material
is
extremely
destructive
to
the
tissue
of
the
mucous
membranes
and
upper
respiratory
tract.
May
be
fatal
if
swallowed.
Causes
burns.
May
be
fatal
if
absorbed
through
skin.
Causes
skin
burns.
Causes
eye
burns.
Signs
and
Symptoms
of
Exposure
Ulceration,
Material
is
extremely
destructive
to
tissue
of
the
mucous
membranes
and
upper
respiratory
tract,
eyes,
and
skin.
Additional
Information
RTECS:
HX7680000
12.
12.1
ECOLOGICAL
INFORMATION
Toxicity
Toxicity
to
fish
Toxicity
to
daphnia
and
other
aquatic
invertebrates
LC50
-
Lepomis
macrochirus
-
0,131
mg/l
-
96,0
h
mortality
NOEC
-
Pimephales
promelas
(fathead
minnow)
-
6
mg/l
-
7,0
d
mortality
NOEC
-
Daphnia
-
0,016
-
0,064
mg/l
-
7
d
EC50
-
Daphnia
magna
(Water
flea)
-
0,035
mg/l
-
48
h
Toxicity
to
algae
EC50
-
Pseudokirchneriella
subcapitata
-
0,31
mg/l
-
72
h
12.2
12.3
Persistence
and
degradability
Bioaccumulative
potential
Bioaccumulation
Oncorhynchus
mykiss
(rainbow
trout)
-
180
d
-200
μg/l
Bioconcentration
factor
(BCF):
17,4
12.4
12.5
12.6
13.
13.1
14.
14.1
Mobility
in
soil
no
data
available
Results
of
PBT
and
vPvB
assessment
no
data
available
Other
adverse
effects
Very
toxic
to
aquatic
life.
DISPOSAL
CONSIDERATIONS
Waste
treatment
methods
Product
Burn
in
a
chemical
incinerator
equipped
with
an
afterburner
and
scrubber
but
exert
extra
care
in
igniting
as
this
material
is
highly
flammable.
Offer
surplus
and
non-recyclable
solutions
to
a
licensed
disposal
company.
Contact
a
licensed
professional
waste
disposal
service
to
dispose
of
this
material.
Contaminated
packaging
Dispose
of
as
unused
product.
TRANSPORT
INFORMATION
UN
number
14.2
ADR/RID:
3086
UN
proper
shipping
name
IMDG:
3086
IATA:
3086
ADR/RID:
IMDG:
IATA:
TOXIC
SOLID,
OXIDIZING,
N.O.S.
(Potassium
dichromate)
TOXIC
SOLID,
OXIDIZING,
N.O.S.
(Potassium
dichromate)
Toxic
solid,
oxidizing,
n.o.s.
(Potassium
dichromate)
Passenger
Aircraft:
Not
permitted
for
transport
14.3
Transport
hazard
class(es)
14.4
14.5
14.6
15.
ADR/RID:
6.1
(5.1)
Packaging
group
ADR/RID:
I
Environmental
hazards
ADR/RID:
yes
Special
precautions
for
user
no
data
available
REGULATORY
INFORMATION
IMDG:
6.1
(5.1)
IMDG:
I
IMDG
Marine
pollutant:
yes
IATA:
6.1
(5.1)
IATA:
I
IATA:
no
This
safety
datasheet
complies
with
the
requirements
of
Regulation
(EC)
No.
1907/2006.
15.1
15.2
16.
Safety,
health
and
environmental
regulations/legislation
specific
for
the
substance
or
mixture
no
data
available
Chemical
Safety
Assessment
no
data
available
OTHER
INFORMATION
Further
information
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information this document is based on the resent state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Lookchem shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
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