General Information
Version
1.0
Revision date
2020-02-20
Product name
Potassium Iodate
Product Synonyms
Iodic acid, potassium salt
CAS No.
7758-05-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For Laboratory, Research or Manufacturing Use
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Not determined
Emergency telephone
60-392125794
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
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H315, H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
result in GHS classification: GHS classification of substance or mixture, and national or regional information
Physical hazards
Oxidizing solids Category 2
Health hazards
Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Unknown toxicity- Health Acute toxicity, dermal 100 % Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust or mist 100 % Unknown toxicity- Environment Acute hazards to the aquatic
Environmental hazards
Chronic hazards to the aquatic 100 %
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May intensify fire; oxidizer.
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Response
In case of fire: Use water spray, foam, dry powder or carbon dioxide for extinction. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. 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.
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. Other hazards which do not None known. result in GHS classification: 3. Composition and information of the ingredients of the hazardous chemical
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Physical Hazards Oxidizing solids Category 2 Health Hazards Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Unknown toxicity- Health Acute toxicity, dermal 100 % Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust or mist 100 % Unknown toxicity- Environment Acute hazards to the aquatic 0 % environment Chronic hazards to the aquatic 100 % environment
