AMMONIUM DICHROMATE AR

AMMONIUM DICHROMATE AR

Synonyms : Ammonium bichromate

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name : AMMONIUM BICHROMATE AR
Catalogue No. : AL0326 Product form : Substance
CAS Number : 7789-09-5 EC Number : 232-143-1
Grade : EC Index Number :
Chemical Formula : HSN Code : 28415090
Synonyms : Ammonium bichromate
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against : No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification : Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,
Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053
Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail : Phone : +91 22 26317055
Mobile : +91 9820385757
e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Oxidising Solids,
Category 2
H272
Acute toxicity (oral),
Category 3
H301
Acute toxicity (dermal),
Category 4
H312
Acute toxicity (inhal.),
Category 1
H330
Acute toxicity (inhal.),
Category 3
H331
Skin corrosion/irritation,
Category 1A
H314
Respiratory sensitisation,
Category 1
H334
Skin sensitisation,
category 1A
H317
Germ cell mutagenicity,
Category 1A
H340
Carcinogenicity, Category
1A
H350
Reproductive toxicity,
Category 1A
H360FD
Specific target organ
toxicity Repeated
exposure, Category 1
H372
Hazardous to the aquatic
environment Chronic
Hazard, Category 1
H410
Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
E; T+; N; R21-23-25-26-34-42-43-45-46-48-50-53-60-61-8
Full text of R-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) : GHS03GHS03 GHS05GHS05 GHS06GHS06 GHS08GHS08 GHS09GHS09
Signal word (CLP) : Danger
Hazard statements (CLP) : H272 - May intensify fire; oxidiser.
H301+H331 - Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled
H312 - Harmful in contact with skin.
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H330 - Fatal if inhaled.
H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
H340 - May cause genetic defects.
H350 - May cause cancer.
H360FD - May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (CLP) : P201 - Obtain special instructions before use.
P220 - Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials.
P260 - Do not breathe vapours, dust, fume, gas.
P273 - Avoid release to the environment.
P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection.
P284 - [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards : This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII
This substance/mixture does not meet the vPvB criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substance
Name : AMMONIUM DICHROMATE AR
CAS No. : 7789-09-5
EC No. : 232-143-1
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Assure fresh air breathing. Allow the victim to rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : No additional information available
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information : Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Foam. Water spray.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard :
Explosion hazard :
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory
protection

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment Use personal protective equipment as required
Emergency procedures Ventilate area.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as
possible. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference : No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapours. Avoid dust formation.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection : Protective gloves
Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection : [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid Colour
Colour : Orange to red.
Odour : odourless.
Odour threshold : No data available
pH value : 3 - 4
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : 170 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : 2180 °C
Decomposition temperature : 170 °C
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20°C : No data available
Density : 2.15 g/cm3
Solubility : Water: 360 g/l (20°C)
Log Pow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : The substance or mixture is classified as oxidizin
Explosive limits : No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Air contact. Moisture.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Oral: Toxic if swallowed. Dermal: Harmful in contact with skin. Inhalation: Fatal if
inhaled. Inhalation: Toxic if inhaled.
Skin corrosion/irritation : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
pH: 3 - 4
Serious eye damage/irritation : Serious eye damage, category 1, implicit
pH: 3 - 4
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May
cause an allergic skin reaction.
Germ cell mutagenicity : May cause genetic defects.
Carcinogenicity : May cause cancer.
STOT-single exposure : Not classified
STOT-repeated exposure : Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Aspiration hazard : Not classified
Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms : Harmful in contact with skin. Toxic if swallowed.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information : Ecology - water : Very toxic to aquatic life.
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability : No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential : No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil : No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
AMMONIUM DICHROMATE AR (7789-09-5)
This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII
This substance/mixture does not meet the vPvB criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions : No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation.
Ecology - waste materials : Hazardous waste due to toxicity.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) : 1439
UN-No. (IMDG) : 1439
UN-No. (IATA) : 1439
UN-No. (ADN) : 1439
UN-No. (RID) : 1439
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : AMMONIUM DICHROMATE
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : AMMONIUM DICHROMATE
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : AMMONIUM DICHROMATE
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : AMMONIUM DICHROMATE
Proper Shipping Name (RID) : AMMONIUM DICHROMATE
Transport document description (ADR) : UN 1439, AMMONIUM DICHROMATE, 5.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IMDG) : UN 1439, AMMONIUM DICHROMATE, 5.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IATA) : UN 1439, AMMONIUM DICHROMATE, 5.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (ADN) : UN 1439, AMMONIUM DICHROMATE, 5.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (RID) : UN 1439, AMMONIUM DICHROMATE, 5.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
RID
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) : II
Packing group (IMDG) : II
Packing group (IATA) : II
Packing group (ADN) : II
Packing group (RID) : II
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment : Yes
Marine pollutant : Yes
Other information : No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : O2
Limited quantities (ADR) : 1kg
Excepted quantities (ADR) : E2
Packing instructions (ADR) : P002, IBC08
Special packing provisions (ADR) : B4
Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP2
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (ADR)
: T3
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (ADR)
: TP33
Tank code (ADR) : SGAN
Tank special provisions (ADR) : TU3
Vehicle for tank carriage : AT
Transport category (ADR) : 2
Special provisions for carriage - Packages
(ADR)
: V11
Special provisions for carriage - Loading,
unloading and handling (ADR)
: CV24
Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 50
Orange plates :
Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : E
EAC code : 1Y
- Transport by sea
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 1 kg
Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E2
Packing instructions (IMDG) : P002
IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC08
IBC special provisions (IMDG) : B21, B4
Tank instructions (IMDG) : T3
Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP33
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-H
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-Q
Stowage category (IMDG) : A
Segregation (IMDG) : SG35
Properties and observations (IMDG) : Orange needles. Soluble in water. Mixtures with combustible material are readily
ignited and may burn fiercely. May ignite spontaneously in contact with strong acids.
Harmful if swallowed.
MFAG-No : 141
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E2
PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y544
PCA limited quantity max net quantity
(IATA)
: 2.5kg
PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 558
PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 5kg
CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 562
CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 25kg
ERG code (IATA) : 5L
- Inland waterway transport
Classification code (ADN) : O2
Limited quantities (ADN) : 1 kg
Excepted quantities (ADN) : E2
Equipment required (ADN) : PP
Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 0
- Rail transport
Classification code (RID) : O2
Excepted quantities (RID) : E2
Packing instructions (RID) : P002, IBC08
Special packing provisions (RID) : B4
Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP2
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (RID)
: T3
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (RID)
: TP33
Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : SGAN
Special provisions for RID tanks (RID) : TU3
Transport category (RID) : 2
Special provisions for carriage – Packages
(RID)
: W11
Special provisions for carriage - Loading,
unloading and handling (RID)
: CW24
Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE10
Hazard identification number (RID) : 50
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions
Ammonium dichromate is on the REACH Candidate List
Ammonium dichromate is on the REACH Annex XIV List:
Authorisation number Sunset date REACH authorisation exemptions
21/09/2017
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal
Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV
: Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Netherlands
SZW-lijst van kankerverwekkende stoffen : AMMONIUM DICHROMATE AR is listed
SZW-lijst van mutagene stoffen : AMMONIUM DICHROMATE AR is listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de
voortplanting giftige stoffen- Borstvoeding
: AMMONIUM DICHROMATE AR is listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de
voortplanting giftige stoffen-
Vruchtbaarheid
: AMMONIUM DICHROMATE AR is listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de
voortplanting giftige stoffen- Ontwikkeling
: AMMONIUM DICHROMATE AR is listed
Denmark
Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product
Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct
contact with the product
The requirements from the Danish Working Environment Authorities regarding work
with carcinogens must be followed during use and disposal
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-statements:
Acute Tox. 1 (Inhalation) Acute toxicity (inhal.), Category 1
Acute Tox. 3 (Inhalation) Acute toxicity (inhal.), Category 3
Acute Tox. 3 (Oral) Acute toxicity (oral), Category 3
Acute Tox. 4 (Dermal) Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 4
Aquatic Chronic 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment — Chronic Hazard, Category 1
Carc. 1A Carcinogenicity, Category 1A
Muta. 1A Germ cell mutagenicity, Category 1A
Ox. Sol. 2 Oxidising Solids, Category 2
Repr. 1A Reproductive toxicity, Category 1A
Resp. Sens. 1 Respiratory sensitisation, Category 1
Skin Corr. 1A Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1A
Skin Sens. 1A Skin sensitisation, category 1A
STOT RE 1 Specific target organ toxicity — Repeated exposure, Category 1
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser.
H301 Toxic if swallowed.
H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H331 Toxic if inhaled.
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
H340 May cause genetic defects.
H350 May cause cancer.
H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
E Explosive