Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-58-3
Name of the chemical
potassium hydroxide
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
215-181-3
Name of the chemical
Potassium or sodium hydroxide (20) Potassium hydroxide (21)
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2017-01-11
Product name
Potassium Hydroxide 20%
CAS No.
1310-58-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Solution designed for the preparation of native biological sample specimens sent to demonstrate dermatophytes
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
EnviroLab s.r.o
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H290, H302, H314
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H290
May be corrosive to metals
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Skin corrosion / irritation (Category 1A), H314 Acute toxicity (Category 4), H302 Corrosive substance (Category 1), H290 For the full text of the H-statements specified in this section, see Section 16.
Signal word
Danger, Warning
Hazard statements
H314 Causes serious skin burns and eye damage. H302 Harmful if swallowed H290 May be corrosive to metals
Precautionary statements
P260 Do not inhale vapors/spray/aerosols. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using the product. P234 Keep only in the original container. P301+P330+P331 Following ingestion: rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 Following skin contact: Remove all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse the skin with water. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before use. P304+P340 Following inhalation: Move the victim to fresh air and keep in a relaxed, motionless position that allows comfortable breathing. P310 Call the National Toxicology Center or a doctor immediately. P305+P351+P338 Following eye contact: Gently rinse eyes with water for a few minutes. Remove contact lenses, if possible. Continue rinsing. P301+P312 If you have any health problems, call the National Toxicology Center or a doctor immediately. P330 Rinse your mouth. P302+P352 Following skin contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P390 Absorb leakage to avoid material damage. P405 Keep locked up. P406 Store in a corrosion-resistant container. P501 Dispose of contents/container according to local regulations.
