SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PP 440
None established; (ACGIH 1992-93). Nuisance dust: respirable fraction
Threshold Limited Value
ALDON 3 3
- 5 mg/m , total - 15 mg/m . Acute oral toxicity in Rats: Non-toxic at
1533 W.Henrietta Rd.
PP 440 5000 mg/kg. Toxic doses to humans about 5 grams.
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION December 30, 1996
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure INHALATION: Repeated or prolonged exposure to high dust concentration may
result in methemoglobin formation and rupturing of red blood cells. SKIN AND
EYE CONTACT: Prolonged exposure to dust may cause irritation to skin,
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE mucous membranes and eyes. Direct contact may cause burns. INGESTION:
Of relatively large quantities, may be fatal. Causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,
Product POTASSIUM CHLORATE CHEMTREC abdominal pain, confusion and convulsions.
0 1
Health
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
2 0
Potassium Chlorate
Synonyms INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
0
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
oxy First Aid Procedures If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention. SKIN: Flush
Formula KClO 3
Reactivity
3
NFPA thoroughly with water, then wash with mild soap and water. EYES: Flush
HAZARD RATING thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids
HMIS *
Unit Size up to 2.5 Kg.
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME occasionally. Get immediate medical attention. INGESTION: If swallowed, if
0 1 2 3 4 conscious, give one or two glasses of water to drink. Call physician immedi-
C.A.S. No. 3811-04-9
ately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Inflames with explosion if triturated with
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable organic substances; sulfur, phosphorous,
Potassium Chlorate 99.7% See Section V.
Stable X sulfite, hypophosphite.
WARNING! STRONG OXIDIZER! CONTACT WITH OTHER Incompatibility Strong acids. Any oxidizable materials: organic substances, finely divided metals,
sulfur, phosphorous and ammonia compounds, iodides, etc.
(Materials to Avoid)
MATERIAL MAY CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED
Hazardous
OR INHALED. CAUSES SKIN AND EYE IRRITATION. Oxygen, Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide.
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) 368掳C (694掳F) 2.337
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) Decomposes at 400掳C (752掳F) N/A
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Negligible as solid. N/A
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) 4.24
material is released or spilled Flush to sewer with copious amounts of water.
Solubility in Water 6.8 grams per 100 mL. water at 20掳C. Flush spill area with soap and water.
Appearance & Odor Colorless, white granules or powder; 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) Dissolve in water and flush to sewer with copious amounts of water.
Extinguisher
Flood with water. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
None should be needed in normal laboratory handling. If dusty conditions prevail, work
Respiration Protection
in fume hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator or dust mask.
(Specify Type)
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Recommended. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES Ventilation
In fire conditions, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained Recommended. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Do not use fire blanket or
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber, vinyl, etc. Chemical safety glasses.
smothering type extinguisher.
Other Protective
Goggles, smock, apron, eye wash station, ventilation hood, proper gloves, fire extinguisher.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
(1993 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK, DOT P 5800.6, GUIDE PAGE NO. 35)
Precautions to be Taken Store in a cool, dry place away from flammables or combustible materials.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Clothing contaminated with chlorate or its solution is DANGEROUSLY
in Handling & Storing
FLAMMABLE. Remove clothing and keep wet until washed thoroughly
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
with water. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Decomposes at 400掳C, give off oxygen. Powerful oxidizing material.
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
Forms explosive mixtures with combustible, organic or other easily
oxidizable materials. These mixtures are easily ignited by friction or
Do not use water to clean spills on porous or wood floors, surfaces will become
heat. Containers may rupture when involved in fire. Explodes with
impregnated and extremely hazardous. Wash thoroughly after handling.
sulfuric acid.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 5 12/30/96 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
D.O.T. Potassium chlorate, 5.1, UN 1485, PG II 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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