KM 32 / Potassium methylate, solution of Methanol 32 %

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H314, H370

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification according to WHS Classification according to GHS

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation - vapor) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 1 Single Exposure

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes damage to organs.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take action to prevent static discharges. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). 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. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol- resistant foam for extinction.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved facility in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Flammable. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical Hazards Flammable liquids Category 3 Health Hazards Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation - vapor) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Category 1