| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2577 |
| 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: | Sodium Dichromate Laboratory Grade, Granular |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | Na’Cr’O—½2H’O |
| RTECS: | HX7750000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 7789-12-0 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Sodium Dichromate | CAS# 7789-12-0 | 100% | W/W | OSHA TWA 0.1 mg/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 |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Contact with other material may cause fire. Vigorously supports combustion. |
| 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 |
Cover with dry lime or soda ash, pick up and keep in a close contianer and hold for waste disposal.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry well ventilated area. Keep away from heat and flame. Do not store near combustible material Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep tightly closed |
| 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: | 357 °F | Specific Gravity | 2.52
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| Boiling Point: | 752 °F |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | <1 |
| Vapor Pressure: | Information not available |
Evaporation Rate: | Information not available |
| Vapor Density: |
10.3 |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Solid orange to red crystals |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
400 °C (752 °F) |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Incompatibilities |
Materials to Avoid:
Reducing agents, combustible materials, ignition sources |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, toxic fumes, chromium oxides |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Effects of overexposure. Acute and chronic: Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin. Inhalation may result in spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting. Carcinogen, May alter genetic material. Damage to liver and kidneys. Target organs: Liver and kidneys. Persons with pre-existing disorders may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Oxidizing Solid, n.o.s. (Sodium Dichromate), 5.1, UN1479, PG II |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0.1 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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