General Information
Version
1.1
Revision date
2021-04-30
Product name
Potassium Nitrate
CAS No.
7757-79-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For Laboratory, Research or Manufacturing Use
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Not determined
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300 within US and Canada (24 hrs/day, 7 days/week
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Company Information
company name
Avantor Performance Materials, LLC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@avantormaterials.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical hazards
Oxidizing solids Category 3 Unknown toxicity - Health Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust 100 % or mist
Environmental hazards
Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 3 Unknown toxicity - Environment Acute hazards to the aquatic 0 % Chronic hazards to the aquatic 100 %
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
May intensify fire; oxidizer. Harmful to aquatic life.
Prevention
Keep away from heat. - No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid release to the environment.
Response
In case of fire: Use water for extinction. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Hazard(s) not otherwise None.
