General Information
Version
1.1
Revision date
2019-07-22
Product name
Potassium Carbonate
CAS No.
584-08-7
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
Icons in SDS
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
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H315, H319, H335
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Hazard Classification
Health hazards
Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2A Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 3 Single Exposure Unknown toxicity - Health Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust 100 % or mist
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Response
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Take off contaminated clothing. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
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. classified (HNOC)
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Health Hazards Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2A Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 3 Single Exposure Unknown toxicity - Health Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust 100 % or mist
