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
2015-12-14
Product name
MAXI FOAM
Emergency telephone
1800 205 506, +64 7 958 2372
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
ECOLAB PTY LTD
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Product AS SOLD Corrosive to metals : Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation : Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye : Category 1 irritation Product AT USE DILUTION Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
2.2 Label elements
Product AS SOLD
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Prevention
Keep only in original container. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Response
IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store in accordance with local regulations. Product AS SOLD
Disposal
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Product AT USE DILUTION
2.3 Other hazards
Mixing this product with acid or ammonia releases chlorine gas.