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What is Potassium dichromate?

Potassium dichromate (CAS: 7778-50-9). It's a crystalline powder substance commonly used SU24 Scientific research and development

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer.
  • H301: Toxic if swallowed.
  • H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H330: Fatal if inhaled.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H340: May cause genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child.
  • H372: Causes damage to the lung, the kidneys, the liver, the heart, the reproductive system, the blood, the bladder and the endocrine system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral.

Precautionary Statements

  • P221: Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.
  • P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
  • P303+P361+P353: If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
  • P305+P351+P338: If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P320: Specific treatment is urgent (see on this label).
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
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Physical State
Not available
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Crystalline powder
Colour
Not available
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Not available
Odor
Odorless
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not applicable.
Melting Point
398 ℃ (748 ºF)
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: 13450

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Potassium dichromate?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is Potassium dichromate used for?

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What are the hazard statements for Potassium dichromate?

This substance has 11 hazard statements: H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer. H301: Toxic if swallowed. H312: Harmful in contact with skin. H330: Fatal if inhaled. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H340: May cause genetic defects. H350: May cause cancer. H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child. H372: Causes damage to the lung, the kidneys, the liver, the heart, the reproductive system, the blood, the bladder and the endocrine system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral.

What is the melting point of Potassium dichromate?

The melting point is 398 ℃ (748 ºF) and the boiling point is Not determined.