POTASSIUM DICHROMATE Extra Pure

POTASSIUM DICHROMATE Extra Pure

Synonyms : Potassium bichromate

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

1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name : POTASSIUM DICHROMATE Extra Pure
Catalogue No. : AL3683 Product form : Substance
CAS Number : 7778-50-9 EC Number : 231-906-6
Grade : EC Index Number : 024-002-00-6
Chemical Formula : HSN Code : 28415090
Synonyms : Potassium 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
(inhalation:gas) Category
1
H330
Skin corrosion/irritation,
Category 1
H314
Sensitisation
Respiratory, category 1
H334
Sensitisation Skin,
category 1
H317
Germ cell mutagenicity, H340
Category 1A
Carcinogenicity, Category
1A
H350
Reproductive toxicity,
Category 1B
H360FD
Specific target organ
toxicity Single
exposure, Category 3,
Respiratory tract irritation
H335
Specific target organ
toxicity Repeated
exposure, Category 1
H372
Hazardous to the aquatic
environment Chronic
Hazard, Category 1
H410
Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Carc.Cat.1; R45
Muta.Cat.1; R46
Repr.Cat.1; R60
Repr.Cat.1; R61
O; R8
T+; R26
T; R25
T; R48/23
Xn; R21
R42
C; R34
R43
N; R50/53
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 - 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
H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H335 - May cause respiratory irritation
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) : P273 - Avoid release to the environment
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301+P310 - IF SWALLOWED: immediately call a POISON CENTER or
doctor/physician
P302+P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P304+P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for
breathing
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 : POTASSIUM DICHROMATE EXTRA PURE
CAS No. : 7778-50-9
EC Index No. : 024-002-00-6
EC No. : 231-906-6
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 : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Give oxygen or
artificial respiration if necessary. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical
advice/attention.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Rinse cautiously
with water for several minutes. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth out with water. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : Symptoms/injuries : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms
or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause genetic defects. May damage fertility.
May damage the unborn child. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or
repeated exposure.
Symptoms/injuries after inhalation : Fatal if inhaled.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Harmful in contact with skin.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Toxic if swallowed.
Chronic symptoms : May cause cancer.
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 : dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard : May intensify fire; oxidiser.
Explosion hazard : May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser.
Reactivity in case of fire : Reacts with water (moisture): release of highly flammable gases/vapours (methane).
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment.

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 Stop release.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Clear up rapidly by scoop or vacuum.
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 : Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
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 : Wear respiratory protection

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid
Molecular mass : 294.18 g/mol
Colour : Orange Crystalline.
Odour : odourless.
Odour threshold : No data available
pH value : 4.04 (1% aq, solution)
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : 398 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : 500 °C
Flash point : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20°C : No data available
Density : 2.676 g/cm3
Solubility : Water: 6.5 % at 20°C
Log Pow : 5
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Explosive limits : No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
May intensify fire; oxidiser.
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. Water, humidity.
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:gas: Fatal if
inhaled.
Skin corrosion/irritation : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
pH: 4.04 (1% aq, solution)
Serious eye damage/irritation : Serious eye damage, category 1, implicit
pH: 4.04 (1% aq, solution)
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.
Reproductive toxicity : May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) : May cause respiratory irritation.
Specific target organ toxicity (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 : POTASSIUM DICHROMATE EXTRA PURE (7778-50-9) Log Pow 5
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil : No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
POTASSIUM DICHROMATE EXTRA PURE (7778-50-9)
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 ...
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) : 3086
UN-No. (IMDG) : 3086
UN-No. (IATA) : 3086
UN-No. (ADN) : 3086
UN-No. (RID) : 3086
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.
Proper Shipping Name (RID) : TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S.
Transport document description (ADR) : UN 3086, TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S., 6.1 (5.1), II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IMDG) : UN 3086, TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S., 6.1 (5.1), II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IATA) : UN 3086, TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S., 6.1 (5.1), II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (ADN) : UN 3086, TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S., 6.1 (5.1), II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (RID) : UN 3086, TOXIC SOLID, OXIDIZING, N.O.S., 6.1 (5.1), II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (5.1)
Danger labels : 6.1, 5.1
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (5.1)
Danger labels : 6.1, 5.1
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (5.1)
Danger labels : 6.1, 5.1
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (5.1)
Danger labels : 6.1, 5.1
RID
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (5.1)
Danger labels : 6.1, 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) : TO2
Special provision (ADR) : 274
Limited quantities (ADR) : 500g
Excepted quantities (ADR) : E4
Packing instructions (ADR) : P002, IBC06
Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP10
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (ADR)
: T3
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (ADR)
: TP33
Tank code (ADR) : SGAH, L4BH
Tank special provisions (ADR) : TU15, TE19
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)
: CV13, CV28
Special provisions for carriage - Operation
(ADR)
: S9, S19
Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 65
Orange plates :
Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : D/E
EAC code : 2W
- Transport by sea
Special provision (IMDG) : 274
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 500 g
Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E4
Packing instructions (IMDG) : P002
IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC06
IBC special provisions (IMDG) : B2
Tank instructions (IMDG) : T3
Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP33
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-A
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-Q
Stowage category (IMDG) : C
MFAG-No : 141
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E4
PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y644
PCA limited quantity max net quantity
(IATA)
: 1kg
PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 667
PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 5kg
CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 674
CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 25kg
Special provision (IATA) : A5
ERG code (IATA) : 6X
- Inland waterway transport
Classification code (ADN) : TO2
Special provisions (ADN) : 274, 802
Limited quantities (ADN) : 500 g
Excepted quantities (ADN) : E4
Equipment required (ADN) : PP, EP
Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 2
- Rail transport
Classification code (RID) : TO2
Special provision (RID) : 274
Limited quantities (RID) : 500g
Excepted quantities (RID) : E4
Packing instructions (RID) : P002, IBC06
Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP10
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (RID)
: T3
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (RID)
: TP33
Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : SGAH, L4BH
Special provisions for RID tanks (RID) : TU15
Transport category (RID) : 2
Special provisions for carriage – Packages
(RID)
: W11
Special provisions for carriage – Loading
and unloading (RID)
: CW13, CW28, CW31
Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE9
Hazard identification number (RID) : 65
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
Potassium dichromate is on the REACH Candidate List
Potassium dichromate is on the REACH Annex XIV List:
Authorisation number Sunset date REACH authorization exemptions
21/09/2017
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
AwSV/VwVwS Annex reference : Water hazard class (WGK) 3, strongly hazardous to water (KBwS-Beschluss; WGK
No 339)
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal
Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV
: Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
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-phrases:
Acute Tox. 1 (Inhalation:gas) Acute toxicity (inhalation:gas) Category 1
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. 1B Reproductive toxicity, Category 1B
Resp. Sens. 1 Sensitisation — Respiratory, category 1
Skin Corr. 1 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1
Skin Sens. 1 Sensitisation — Skin, category 1
STOT RE 1 Specific target organ toxicity — Repeated exposure, Category 1
STOT SE 3 Specific target organ toxicity — Single exposure, Category 3, Respiratory tract irritation
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
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
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
R21 Harmful in contact with skin
R25 Toxic if swallowed
R26 Very toxic by inhalation
R34 Causes burns
R42 May cause sensitization by inhalation
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact
R45 May cause cancer
R46 May cause heritable genetic damage
R48/23 Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment
R60 May impair fertility
R61 May cause harm to the unborn child
R8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire
C Corrosive
N Dangerous for the environment
O Oxidising
T Toxic
T+ Very toxic
Xn Harmful