General Information
Revision date
2017-05-30
Product name
Potassium nitrate
Product Synonyms
Saltpeter.; Nitric acid potassium salt; Niter
CAS No.
7757-79-1
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
(800) 424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Oxidizing solids Category 3
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May intensify fire; oxidizer
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
