POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314, H318

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Model WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. Poisons Schedule 6 [1] Serious Eye Damage Category 1, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1A, Metal Corrosion Category 1 Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HSIS; 3. Classification drawn from EC Directive 1272/2008 - Annex VI

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H318 Causes serious eye damage H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H290 May be corrosive to metals

Prevention

P260 Do not breathe mist or spray. P280 Wear protective gloves and eye protection. P234 Keep only in original container.

Response

P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P310+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. P305+P310+P351+P338 Continue rinsing. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep in a position comfortable for breathing. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

P405 Store locked up

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents / container in accordance with local regulations