MSDS Name:Potassium dichromate solution 0.1 N
Synonym:None

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
May cause heritable genetic damage. May cause cancer by inhalation.
Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause asthmatic attacks due to allergic sensitization of the respiratory tract.
Chronic:
May cause cancer according to animal studies.

Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Wash area with soap and water.
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide ventilation.

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed.
Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7732-18-5: CAS# 7778-50-9: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as chromium (vi) compounds): 0 mg/m3 TWA (as Cr) United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as chromium (vi) compounds): mg/m3 STEL (as Cr) United States OSHA: 0.1 mg/m3 Ceiling (listed under Chromates).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as chromium (vi) compounds- water soluble) 0.05 mg/m3 VLE (as Cr) France - VME: (listed as chromium (vi) compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 VME Cr) Germany: (listed as chromium (vi) compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 VME (as Japan: (listed as chromium (vi) compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 OEL (as Cr 0.01 mg/m3 OEL (certain compounds, as Cr) Malaysia: (listed as chromium (vi) compounds- water soluble): 0.0 mg/m3 TWA (as Cr) Netherlands: (listed as chromium (vi) compounds- water soluble): mg/m3 STEL Netherlands: (listed as chromium (vi) compounds- water soluble): 0.025 mg/m3 MAC Spain: 0.05 mg/m3 VLA-ED (as Cr) Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Physical State: Liquid
Color: orange
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 14 mm Hg
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: Mixture
Molecular Weight: 0

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Alcohols, hydrazine, hydroxylamine, sulfuric acid, boron, acetone, silica gel, ethylene glycol, silicon, tungsten.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of potassium, no data available, chromium dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

RTECS#:
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 CAS# 7778-50-9: HX7680000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
CAS# 7778-50-9: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 140 mg Severe; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 190 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 25 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 14 mg/kg.
Oral, rat: LD50 = 25-50 Carcinogenicity:
Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Potassium dichromate - California: carcinogen, initial date 2/27/87 (listed as Chromium (VI) NTP: Known carcinogen (listed as Chromium (VI) compounds).
IARC: Group 1 carcinogen (listed as Chromium (VI) compounds).
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.

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USA RQ: CAS# 7778-50-9: 10 lb final RQ; 4.54 kg final RQ

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T N
Risk Phrases:
R 46 May cause heritable genetic damage.
R 49 May cause cancer by inhalation.
R 52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases:
S 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions
before use.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
S 60 This material and its container must be
disposed of as hazardous waste.
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
CAS# 7778-50-9: 3
Canada
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 7778-50-9 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7778-50-9 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
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CAS# 7778-50-9 is listed on the TSCA inventory.