Potassium Hydroxide 45%

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H302, H314

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification of the chemical Clear, colorless liquid. Odorless Most important hazards: Corrosive to all tissues. May be corrosive to metals. Harmful if swallowed

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. Corrosive to the respiratory tract.

Precautionary statements

Keep only in original packaging. Do not breathe mist. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Contact with most metals will generate flammable hydrogen gas. Contact with water gives off heat. Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Chronic skin contact with low concentrations may cause dermatitis. May cause respiratory irritation.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Clear, colorless liquid. Odorless. Most important hazards: Corrosive to all tissues. May be corrosive to metals. Harmful if swallowed. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Hazard classification: Corrosive to Metals - Category 1 Acute toxicity, oral - Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 1 Eye Damage/Irritation - Category 1 Note: This material also has the following additional Hazard classification according to U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015): Hazards Not Otherwise Classified (HNOC) / Health Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1