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EC/CAS
1310-58-3
Name of the chemical
potassium hydroxide
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2016-01-29
Product name
Potassium Hydroxide 45%
Chemical name
Inorganic potassium compound
CAS No.
1310-58-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Chemical intermediate ;Reagent
1.2.2. Uses advised against
No restrictions on use known
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Company Information
company name
Comet Chemical Company Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Clear, colorless liquid. Odorless. 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). 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
Classification according to GHS
OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015)
Health hazards
Not Otherwise Classified Category 1
Signal word
DANGER!
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals. Harmful if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Corrosive to the respiratory tract.
Precautionary statements
Keep only in original container. Do not breathe mist. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth. 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. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. 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.
