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POTASSIUM CHLORATE
ICSC: 0548
Peer-Review Status: 25.03.1998 Validated
Potassium oxymuriate 
CAS #: 3811-04-9 RTECS #: FO0350000
UN #: 1485
EC #: 017-004-00-3
EINECS #: 223-289-7
 		    Formula: ClKO3 / KClO3
Molecular mass: 122.6

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  NO open flames. NO contact with flammables. NO contact with hot surfaces.  In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. 
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion on contact with organic materials, powdered metals, ammonium salts, combustible substances or reducing agents.  Do NOT expose to friction or shock.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. 
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!  IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! 
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Redness.  Protective gloves.  First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Diarrhoea. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. Unconsciousness. Vomiting. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Consult an expert! Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents.  Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
EC Classification
Symbol: O, Xn, N; R: 9-20/22-51/53; S: (2)-13-16-27-61 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 5.1; UN Pack Group: II 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-46.
NFPA Code: H0; F0; R0; OX.  		Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents, strong acids, organic chemicals, ammonium compounds, powdered metals and food and feedstuffs. Dry. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS CRYSTALS OR WHITE POWDER. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes above 400°C . Decomposes on contact with strong acids. This produces oxygen and toxic fumes including chlorine dioxide and chlorine. The substance is a strong oxidant. It reacts violently with combustible and reducing materials. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks many metals in the presence of water. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly , especially if powdered. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the blood and kidneys. This may result in lesions of blood cells, kidney impairment and formation of methaemoglobin. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Decomposes at 400°C
Melting point: 368°C
Density: 2.3 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 7.3   		 

NOTES
Will turn shock-sensitive if contaminated with organic substances, reducing materials, metal powders, ammonium compounds.
Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately.
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated.
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water.
Card has been partially updated in August 2007: see EU Classification. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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