Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-58-3
Name of the chemical
potassium hydroxide
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2016-12-18
Product name
HI CLEAN
CAS No.
1310-58-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
CLEANING OVENS , HOT PLATES ETC
1.2.2. Uses advised against
KEEP AWAY FROM ACIDS AND METALS HAZARDS CLASSIFICATION / INDENTIFICATION CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS – According to the criteria of NOHSC and Classified as a Dangerous Good according to the ADG Code
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Company Information
company name
Delshine Chemicals
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
delshine-chemicals@bigpond.com
Section 2
Health hazards
The chronic local effect may consist of multiple areas of superficial destruction of the skin or of primary irritation dermatitis. Similarly inhalation of dust spray or mist may result in varying degrees of irritation or damage to the respiratory tract tissues and an increased susceptibility to respiratory illness. Signs and Symptoms – A physician should be contacted if anyone develops any signs or symptoms and suspects that they are caused by exposure to potassium hydroxide. Effects of Overexposure - Potassium hydroxide is a strong alkali and is corrosive to any tissue with which it comes in contact. Emergency Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure – Potassium hydroxide is a respiratory irritant. Persons with impaired pulmonary function may be at increased risk from exposure.
Hazard statements
R35 – Causes severe burns. R41 – Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Precautionary statements
S1/2 – Keep locked up and out of reach of children. S24/25 – Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S26 – In case of contact with eyes rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 – Wear suitable protective clothing , gloves and eye/face protection. S45 – In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately ( show label whenever possible )
