Effects of Overexposure:CAUSTIC(KOH):CORROSIVE TO SKIN & MUCOUS
MEMBRANES;CAUSES SEVERE & RAPID BURNS.
======================= First Aid Measures =======================
First Aid:WASH AFFECTED AREA WITH WATER FOR 15 MINUTES.SEEK MEDICAL
ATTENTION AT ONCE.
===================== Fire Fighting Measures =====================
Fire Fighting Procedures:MOVE CONTAINER FROM FIRE ARGA IF POSSIBLE W/O
RISK TO PERSON
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:COOL CONTAINERS THAT ARE EXPOSED TO
FLAMES W/WATER FROM THE SIDE UNTIL WELL AFTER FIRE IS OUT
Respiratory Protection:NONE REQUIRED
Protective Gloves:NEOPRENE
Eye Protection:GOGGLES/FACE SHIELD
Other Protective Equipment:ACID TYPE SUIT
Supplemental Safety and Health
HCC:B1
Boiling Pt:B.P. Text:292 F
Spec Gravity:1.45
Solubility in Water:COMPLETELY
Appearance and Odor:VISCOUS,WATER-WHITE LIQUID
================= Stability and Reactivity Data =================
Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:YES
ACIDS,FLAMMABLES
Stability Condition to Avoid:CONDITIONS WHERE ELECTROLYTE MAY SPILL
Hazardous Decomposition Products:NONE
Waste Disposal Methods:OBSERVE FEDERAL,STATE & LOCAL REGULATIONS.
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