CHROMIUM(VI) OXIDE
ICSC: 1194 |
Chromic trioxide Chromic acid Chromic anhydride CrO3 Molecular mass: 100.0 ICSC # 1194 | CAS # 1333-82-0 RTECS # GB6650000 UN # 1463 EC # 024-001-00-0 October 27, 2004 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. | NO contact with combustible substances and reducing agents. | NO water. In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media. |
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EXPOSURE | PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT! | IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |
INHALATION | Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. Wheezing. Burning sensation. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes). | Closed system and ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Redness. Skin burns. Pain. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns. | Safety goggles, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Shock or collapse. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Vacuum spilled material. OR Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. | Separated from combustible and reducing substances, bases , food and feedstuffs . Dry. | Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Note: E O symbol T+ symbol N symbol R: 45-46-9-24/25-26-35-42/43-48/23-62-50/53 S: 53-45-60-61 UN Hazard Class: 5.1 UN Subsidiary Risks: 8 UN Packing Group: II | ||
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CHROMIUM(VI) OXIDE | ICSC: 1194 |
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ENVIRONMENTAL | The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised that this substance does not enter the environment. | |||
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Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water. The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Anyone who has shown symptoms of asthma due to this substance should avoid all further contact. Do NOT take working clothes home. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
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