Hydrogen peroxide |
Synonyms & Trade Names High-strength hydrogen peroxide, Hydrogen dioxide, Hydrogen peroxide (aqueous), Hydroperoxide, Peroxide |
CAS No. 7722-84-1 |
RTECS No. MX0900000 |
DOT ID & Guide 2984 140 (8-20% solution)
2014 140 (20-60% solution)
2015 143 (>60% solution) |
FormulaH2O2 |
Conversion 1 ppm = 1.39 mg/m3 |
IDLH 75 ppm
See: 772841 |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 1 ppm (1.4 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL: TWA 1 ppm (1.4 mg/m3) |
Measurement Methods
OSHA ID126SG
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Colorless liquid with a slightly sharp odor. [Note: The pure compound is a crystalline solid below 12°F. Often used in an aqueous solution.] |
MW: 34.0 |
BP: 286°F |
FRZ: 12°F |
Sol: Miscible |
VP(86°F): 5 mmHg |
IP: 10.54 eV |
Sp.Gr: 1.39 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Liquid, but a powerful oxidizer. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Oxidizable materials, iron, copper, brass, bronze, chromium, zinc, lead, silver, manganese. [Note: Contact with combustible material may result in SPONTANEOUS combustion.] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, nose, throat; corneal ulcer; erythema (skin redness), vesiculation skin; bleaching hair |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations NIOSH/OSHA Up to 10 ppm:
(APF = 10) Any supplied-air respirator* Up to 25 ppm:
(APF = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode* Up to 50 ppm:
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece
(APF = 50) Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece Up to 75 ppm:
(APF = 2000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus Escape:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted canister providing protection against the compound of concern
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus
Important additional information about respirator selection |
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