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Oxidizing Agent

A chemical or substance which brings about an oxidation reaction. The agent may (1) provide the oxygen to the substance being oxidized (in which case the agent has to be oxygen, or contain oxygen), or (2) it may receive electrons being transferred from the substance undergoing oxidation. DOT defines an oxidizer or oxidizing material as a substance which yields oxygen readily to stimulate combustion (oxidation) or organic matter. Importance: If a substance is listed as an oxidizer on the MSDS, precautions must be taken in the handling and storage of the substance. Keep away from flammables and combustibles.

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