General Information
Revision date
2019-10-05
Product name
POTASSIUM NITRATE
Product Synonyms
Ikon potassium nitrate fines
Chemical name
potassium nitrate
CAS No.
7757-79-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Used as a laboratory reagent in analytical chemistry. Used in fertiliser; in toothpaste; fireworks, matches, gun powder and explosives; in glass
Manufacturer Name
pickling meats; tempering steel; and tobacco treatment
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Company Information
company name
ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
shane@alphachem.com.au
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H302, H319, H402
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. ChemWatch Hazard Ratings Min Max Flammability 0 Toxicity 2 0 = Minimum Body Contact 2 1 = Low Reactivity 2 2 = Moderate 3 = High Chronic 0 4 = Extreme Poisons Schedule Not Applicable [1] Oxidizing Solid Category 3, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Eye Irritation Category 2A, Acute Aquatic Hazard Category 3 Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No 1272/2008 - Annex VI
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
Response
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water jets to extinguish. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth.
Storage
Not Applicable
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
