SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PP 419
Threshold Limited Value
ALDON None established. (ACGIH 1992-93). RTECS No. TS7750000
1533 W.Henrietta Rd. Toxicity data: Oral (rat) LD50: 1870 mg/kg. Rated - slightly toxic.
PP 419
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION December 30, 1996
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure INHALATION: High dust concentrations may cause upper respiratory tract
irritation. EYES: Contact with the powder may cause eye irritation,
conjunctivitis, corneal damage. SKIN: Prolonged or repeated skin contact
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE may cause skin irritation. May cause burns. INGESTION: Of large
quantities may occur and produce corrosion of G.I. tract, vomiting, diarrhea,
Product POTASSIUM CARBONATE SESQUIHYDRATE ACS CHEMTREC circulatory collapse, death.
Health 2
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
Potash Sesquihydrate
Synonyms EYES: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, lifting lower and upper
0
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention. SKIN: Flush skin with plenty
Formula K2 CO3鈥?1.5 H 2O 1
Reactivity of water, then wash with mild soap and water. INHALATION: Remove to
NFPA
fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
Unit Size up to 2.5 Kg.
give oxygen. Get medical attention. INGESTION: If swallowed, do NOT
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
0 1 2 3 4 induce vomiting. If conscious, give one or two glasses of milk or water and
C.A.S. No. 6381-79-9
call a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable Excessive temperature and heat.
Potassium Carbonate, Sesquihydrate 100% None established. Acids and acid fumes.
Stable X
Incompatibility Aluminum, Fluorine, Phosphorus pentoxide. Acids cause decomposition liberating
(Materials to Avoid) gaseous carbon dioxide.
WARNING! IRRITANT. HARMFUL
Hazardous
IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. Carbon dioxide (CO ).
2
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) 891掳C (1635掳F) 2.428 at 20掳C
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) Decomposes. N/A
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Negligible as solid. n-Butyl Ac. =1) N/A
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) Data not listed.
material is released or spilled Sweep up and place in a suitable container for proper
Solubility in Water Slightly soluble. disposal. Wash spill area with water.
Appearance & Odor Small granular crystals; no odor.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
% by Volume
Non-flammable. N/A
(Method Used) Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
Extinguisher
Dry chemical; carbon dioxide; water spray or foam. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
None required in normal handling; under extreme dusting conditions a standard particulate
Respiration Protection
respirator is desirable or work in a fume hood.
(Specify Type)
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Recommended. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES Ventilation Recommended. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
For larger fires, use water spray, fog or alcohol foam. In fire conditions,
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety glasses.
wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
Avoid breathing hazardous vapors. Other Protective
Goggles, smock, apron, eye wash station, proper gloves, ventilation hood.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Store in a cool, dry place away from acid or acid fumes.
in Handling & Storing
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Note decomposition beginning temperature, Section III and Other Precautions
decomposition products, Section VI. Can react vigorously with acids
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use with adequate
and acid fumes. Reacts with water with the evolution of heat.
ventilation. Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 2 12/30/96 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
D.O.T. NON-REGULATED. The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information
gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use of these
Approved by U.S. Department of Labor "essentially similar" to form OSHA-20 materials and the safety and health of employees. * Hazardous Materials Industrial Standards. Printed on recycled paper.
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