Iodine
Skull and Crossbones
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Health Hazard
Environment
Safety Data Sheets
| Manufacturer | Download |
|---|---|
| Acros Organics | Download PDF |
| Alfa Aesar | Download PDF |
| TCI | Download PDF |
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H302 |
Harmful if swallowed | Acute toxicity, oral |
H315 |
Causes skin irritation | Skin corrosion/irritation |
H317 |
May cause an allergic skin reaction | Sensitization, Skin |
H319 |
Causes serious eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H330 |
Fatal if inhaled | Acute toxicity, inhalation |
H335 |
May cause respiratory irritation | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation |
H372 |
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
H400 |
Very toxic to aquatic life | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard |
H410 |
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P272 |
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. |
P273 |
Avoid release to the environment. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P284 |
[In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection. |
P301+P317 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. |
P302+P352 |
IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/... |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P305+P351+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. |
P316 |
Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P320 |
Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label). |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P330 |
Rinse mouth. |
P332+P317 |
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. |
P333+P317 |
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help. |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P362+P364 |
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. |
P391 |
Collect spillage. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| NIOSH REL | Ceiling: 0.1 ppm |
| NIOSH IDLH | 2 ppm |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Violet-black crystals with metallic luster and a sharp, characteristic odor.
| Boiling Point | 365°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3 mmHg at 77°F |
| Specific Gravity | 4.93 |
Target Organs
severe eye, respiratory and skin irritation
Synonyms
iodine crystals; molecular iodine
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 807
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.
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