POTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS) 1588
April 2005
Carbonic acid, dipotassium salt
CAS No: 584-08-7
Dipotassium carbonate
RTECS No: TS7750000
K2CO3
Molecular mass: 138.2
TYPES OF
ACUTE HAZARDS/SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID/FIRE FIGHTING
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE
Not combustible. In case of fire in the surroundings:
FIRE
use appropriate extinguishing
media.
EXPLOSION
EXPOSURE PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
Sore throat. Cough. Local exhaust or breathing Fresh air, rest.
Inhalation
protection.
Redness. Pain. Protective gloves. Remove contaminated clothes.
Skin
Rinse skin with plenty of water or
shower.
Redness. Pain. Safety goggles. First rinse with plenty of water for
Eyes
several minutes (remove contact
lenses if easily possible), then take
to a doctor.
Burning sensation in the throat and Do not eat, drink, or smoke during Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce
Ingestion
chest. work. vomiting. Give plenty of water to
drink. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful
particles. Sweep spilled substance into containers.
Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Dry. Separated from strong acids.
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1588 POTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS)
IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance Routes of exposure
COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS OR The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion.
HYGROSCOPIC WHITE POWDER
Inhalation risk
Chemical dangers A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached
The solution in water is a medium strong base. Reacts violently quickly when dispersed.
with acids, chlorine trifluoride. Reacts with powdered metals.
Effects of short-term exposure
Occupational exposure limits The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the
TLV not established. respiratory tract.
MAK not established.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting point: 891/C Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20/C: 112
Density: 2.29 g/cm3
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
NOTES
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Neither the EC nor the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of the EC or the IPCS is responsible
LEGAL NOTICE
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