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TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE | Not combustible. Contact with moisture or water may generate sufficient heat to ignite combustible materials. | NO contact with water. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
| EXPLOSION | Risk of fire and explosion on contact with: See Chemical Dangers. | NO contact with incompatible materials: See Chemical Dangers | |
| EXPOSURE | PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT! | IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |
| Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
| Skin | Redness. Pain. Serious skin burns. Blisters. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower for at least 15 minutes. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
| Eyes | Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Severe burns. | Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
| Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Burns in mouth and throat. Burning sensation in the throat and chest. Nausea. Vomiting. Shock or collapse. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If within a few minutes after ingestion, one small glass of water may be given to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
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PACKAGING & LABELLING |
| Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. EC Classification Symbol: C; R: 22-35; S: (1/2)-26-36/37/39-45 UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 8; UN Pack Group: II GHS Classification Signal: Danger Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation  
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| EMERGENCY RESPONSE | SAFE STORAGE |
| NFPA Code: H3; F0; R1. | Separated from food and feedstuffs, strong acids and metals. Store only in original container. Dry. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. |
| IMPORTANT DATA | |
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Physical State; Appearance WHITE HYGROSCOPIC SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS.
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
Occupational exposure limits |
Routes of exposure Serious local effects by all routes of exposure.
Inhalation risk
Effects of short-term exposure
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure |
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | ENVIRONMENTAL DATA |
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Boiling point: 1324°C Melting point: 380°C Density: 2.04 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 110 (very good) |
This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to aquatic organisms. |
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The applicable occupational exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure. NEVER pour water into this substance; when dissolving or diluting always add it slowly to the water. Other UN number: UN1814 Potassium hydroxide solution, hazard class 8, packing group II-III. |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
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See Also:
Toxicological Abbreviations
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE (JECFA Evaluation)
Potassium hydroxide (SIDS)