General Information
Revision date
2017-11-30
Product name
POTASSIUM METAL
Substance name
POTASSIUM METAL
CAS No.
7440-09-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Preparation of potassium peroxide, heat-exchange alloys (sodium-potassium), laboratory reagent, of the chemical and seeding of combustion gases in magnetohydrodynamic generators and synthesis of organic and
1.2.2. Uses advised against
inorganic potassium compounds; inorganic syntheses involving condensation, dehalogenation, reduction, and polymerization reactions, in turbines (vaporized metal)
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Company Information
company name
CHEM-SUPPLY PTY LTD
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H260, H314
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H260
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Substances and Mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases: Category 1 of the substance/mixture Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1A
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. AUH014 Reacts violently with water
Hazard pictograms
Flame, Corrosion
Precautionary statements
P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire.
Prevention
P231+P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P335+P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand for extinction.
Storage
P402+P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P405 Store locked up. Precautionary P501 Dispose of contents/container according to local, state and federal regulations.
