| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2314 |
| Health: | 4 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 3 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Potassium Dichromate Reagent A.C.S., Crystal |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | K’Cr’O— |
| RTECS: | HX7680000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 7778-50-9 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Potassium Dichromate | CAS# 7778-50-9 | 100% | W/W | OSHA Ceiling 0.1 mg(CrO“)/mƒ |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Heat, shock, friction, or contact with other materials may cause fire or explosion. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Heat, shock, friction, or contact with other materials may cause fire or explosion. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep closed.
FIRST AID: CALL A PHYSICIAN. SKIN: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Thoroughly clean clothing and shoes before reuse.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconcious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Water spray, Carbon dioxide, dry chemical |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Negligible fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Evacuate area. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Take up with sand, earth or other absorbent material. Place in clean dry container and cover for later disposal
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry place. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store away from incompatible materials |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 398° C | Specific Gravity | 2.68
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| Boiling Point: | 500° C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | N/A |
| Vapor Pressure: | not available |
Evaporation Rate: | N/A |
| Vapor Density: |
not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Bright orange-red crystals, odorless |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
N/A |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials. |
Materials to Avoid:
Strong oxidizing agents, metals, acids. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Toxic fumes |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Inhalation may cause nasal irritation, lung irritation, coughing, chest pain, ulceration and perforation of the nasal septum. Contact with skin may cause painless, penetrating, slow healing lesions and dermatitis. Contact with eyes may cause pain, irritation, redness and blurred vision. Ingestion may cause violent gastroenteritis, diarrhea, fever, liver damage, hemorrhagic diathesis, vertigo, muscle cramps, coma and renal failure. Conditions aggravated/target organs: Persons with pre-existing eye, skin or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible |
| DOT Classification: Oxidizing Solid, n.o.s. (Potassium Dichromate), 5.1, UN1479, PG III |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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