Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-58-3
Name of the chemical
potassium hydroxide
Concentration
5-10
General Information
Revision date
2015-09-21
Product name
OPTISPERSE ADJ0346
Product Synonyms
Aqueous alkaline solution of surfactants, inorganic and organic salts
Chemical name
Aqueous alkaline solution of surfactants, inorganic and organic salts
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Company Information
company name
GE Water & Process Technologies Canada
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency overview Corrosive to skin. Corrosive to the eyes. Mists/aerosols cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract.
Potential health effects
Eyes Corrosive to eyes Skin
Principle Routes of Exposure
Corrosive to skin Inhalation Mists/aerosols cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract Ingestion May cause severe gastrointestinal irritation. Target organs Prolonged or repeated exposures may cause CNS depression. Prolonged or repeated exposures may cause tissue necrosis. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause toxicity to the blood system. Signs and symptoms Causes severe irritation, burns or tissue ulceration with subsequent scarring.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
None known exposure