Synonym(s): Potassium chromium(VI) oxide
Formula: K2CrO4
Formula weight: 194.19
Purity: 99.0% min
CAS Number: 7789-00-6
UN Number: UN3087
Hazard Class: 5.1
Packing Group: III
Harmonized Tariff Code: 2841.50
Hazard Statements: H340-H350-H315-H319-H317-H335
May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statements: P261-P280-P281-P305+P351+P338-P405-P501a
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Risk Phrases: 49-46-36/37/38-43-50/53
May cause cancer by inhalation. May cause heritable genetic damage. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases: 53-45-60-61
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/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets