General Information
Version
15.1
Revision date
2022-12-23
Product name
POTASSIUM PERSULPHATE
Product Synonyms
peroxydisulphate; dipotassium persulfate; peroxydisulfuric acid, dipotassium salt; potassium peroxydisulfate; dipotassium peroxydisulfite; peroxodisulphate; Potassium Persulfate Powder Pillows
Chemical name
Not Available
CAS No.
7727-21-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
chemistry; as a polymerization promoter; in pharmaceuticals. Used for the modification of starch; as a flour-maturing agent; desizing of textiles
Emergency telephone
61 (0)418 237 771, +61 1800 951 288, +61 3 9573 3188
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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, H315, H317, H319, H334, H335
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. [1] Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2A, Sensitisation (Respiratory) Category 1, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (Respiratory Tract Irritation) Category 3 Legend 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. 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.
Response
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use alcohol resistant foam or fine spray/water fog to extinguish. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
