HYDROGEN PEROXIDE (>60% SOLUTION IN WATER) | ICSC: 0164 (May 2018) |
Hydroperoxide Hydrogen dioxide Dihydrogen dioxide |
CAS #: 7722-84-1 |
UN #: 2015 |
EC Number: 231-765-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. The substance may ignite combustible materials. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with heat or metal catalysts. | NO contact with hot surfaces. NO contact with incompatible materials: See Chemical Dangers | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! AVOID ALL CONTACT! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Sore throat. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Skin | MAY BE ABSORBED! Skin discoloration. Swelling. Redness. Pain. Skin burns. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer immediately for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Corneal damage. Burns. | Wear safety goggles or face shield. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Aspiration hazard! Sore throat. Abdominal pain. Abdominal distension. Shock or collapse. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Absorb liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Carefully collect remainder. Store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizerHarmful if swallowed Toxic if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation May cause damage to upper respiratory tract and lungs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store in vented containers. Store only if stabilized. | |
PACKAGING | |
Special material. |
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE (>60% SOLUTION IN WATER) | ICSC: 0164 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: H2O2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 1 ppm as TWA; A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: 0.71 mg/m3, 0.5 ppm; peak limitation category: I(1); carcinogen category: 4; pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard. Other UN numbers: 2014 (hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solution 20-60%): hazard class 5.1, subsidiary hazard 8, pack group II; 2984 (hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solution 8-20%): hazard class 5.1, pack group III. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations