SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PP 460
Threshold Limited Value None established: TXDS: orl-Rat LDLo 2430 mg/kg.
ALDON 1533 W.Henrietta Rd. (ACGIH 1983-84) orl-gpg LD50 2500 mg/kg.
PP 460
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION July 7, 1995
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure
EYES: Contact may cause irritation. SKIN: Contact may cause irritation.
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE INGESTION: Of large quantities causes gastrointestinal irritation purging,
also weakness and circulatory disturbances.
Product POTASSIUM CHLORIDE CHEMTREC 0
Health
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
Potassium Muriate
Synonyms EYES: Flush thoroughly with water, lifting upper and lower eyelids
0
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures occasionally. If irritation develops or persists, get medical attention.
Formula KCl 0
Reactivity SKIN: Flush with water, then wash with mild soap and water.
NFPA
INGESTION: If swallowed, if conscious, give one or two glasses of
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
Unit Size up to 2.5 Kg.
water to drink. Induce vomiting and call physician. Never give anything
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
0 1 2 3 4 by mouth to an unconscious person. INHALATION: Remove to fresh
C.A.S. No. 7447-40-7
air. If illness develops, get medical attention.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable
Exposure to moisture.
Potassium Chloride (Not hazardous) 100% None established.
Excessive temperature and heat.
Stable X
Incompatibility
Strong nitric or sulfuric acid.
(Materials to Avoid)
WARNING! MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.
Hazardous
Thermal decomposition or burning may produce hydrochloric acid.
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
711掳C (1312掳F) 1.984 at 20掳C
Melting Point (掳F)
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) Sublimes at 1500掳C (2532掳F) 100% X
by Volume (%)
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Negligible as solid. Non-volatile (NA).
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
2.58
Vapor Density (Air=1)
material is released or spilled Dissolve in water and flush to sewer.
Solubility in Water 34.7 grams per 100 mL. water at 20掳C. Flush spill area with water.
Appearance & Odor White crystals or crystalline 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
(Method Used) Non-flammable (NA). NA -------- -------- Dissolve in water and flush to sewer with copious amounts of water.
Extinguisher
Use any media suitable for extinguishing supporting fire. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
None needed in normal laboratory handling. If dusty conditions prevail, work in
Respiration Protection
ventilation hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved dust mask or respirator.
(Specify Type)
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Not needed. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES Ventilation Not needed. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
None required, but recommend
In fire conditions, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained
Protective Gloves Eye Protection Chemical safety glasses.
gloves for repeated exposures.
breathing apparatus.
Other Protective
Lab coat, eye wash station.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Store in a cool, dry place.
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.
Other Precautions
Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition
products. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
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. 3 7/7/95 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
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