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General Information
Version
9
Revision date
2025-12-19
Product name
Potassium chlorate
Product Synonyms
Berthollet`s Salt; Chlorate of Potash; Salt of Tarter
CAS No.
3811-04-9
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer Toxic if swallowed Harmful if inhaled
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wear fire resistant or flame retardant clothing Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Skin IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth Fire In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Label Elements