104951

Potassium chromate extra pure

chromic acid potassium salt

CAS :7789-00-6

Storage class :6.1 B

Do not allow to enter sewerage system

Hazard / Symptom
Hazard	May cause cancer by inhalation. May cause heritable genetic damage. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
The following applies to soluble chromium(VI) compounds
After inhalation	severe irritations. Possible allergic reactions of the airways (risk of pneumonia!) and damage to the nasal mucous membranes (under certain circumstances, risk of septum perforation).
After skin contact	severe irritations. Penetration of the substance into wounds causes poorly healing ulcers. In sensitive persons the substance easily causes sensitization.
After contact with eyes	severe irritations. After swallowing: severe pain in the gastrointestinal tract.
Systemic effects	absorption can lead to kidney and liver damage.

Protective equipments / General working measures

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.

Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures	Avoid generation of dusts; do not inhale dusts. Avoid substance contact.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption	Carefully take up dry. Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area.
Environmental-protection measures	Do not allow to enter sewerage system.
Suitable extinguishing media	Water, foam.

First aid

After inhalation	fresh air. Summon doctor.
After skin contact	wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing. Carefully clean wounds and cover with sterile dressing material.
After eye contact	rinse out with plenty of water with the eyelid held wide open. Summon eye specialist.
After swallowing	make victim drink plenty of water, induce vomiting, summon doctor. Keep airways free. Subsequently administer: activated charcoal (20 - 40 g in 10% slurry). Symptomatic treatment.