Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-58-3
Name of the chemical
potassium hydroxide
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2020-11-04
Product name
Caustic Drain Opener
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Genlabs
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sol@genlabscorp.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H314, H315, H401
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Acute Toxicity: Oral, Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 1C Aquatic Toxicity (Acute), Category 2
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H302 - Harmful if swallowed. H315 - Causes skin irritation. H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H401 - Toxic to aquatic life.
Precautionary statements
P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P102 - Keep out of reach of children. P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection. P260 - Do not breathe dust, fumes, mist, vapors, spray. P273 - Avoid release to the environment.
Response
P301+312 - If swallowed: Call a Poison Center or doctor if you feel unwell. P302+352 - If on skin (or in hair): Wash with plenty of soap and water. P332+313 - If skin irritation occurs, get medical attention immediately. P362 - Take off contaminated clothing. P305+351+338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P304+340 - If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Storage
P501 - Dispose of contents and container according to the local, city, state and federal regulations. P411+235 - Store in cool dry place at room temperature away from direct sunlight.
Potential health effects
Prolonged or repeated eye contact may cause conjunctivitis. (Acute and Chronic): Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Chronic: Effects may be delayed. Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Causes severe irritation of upper respiratory tract with coughing, burns, breathing difficulty, and possible coma. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Skin Contact: May cause deep, penetrating ulcers of the skin. Causes skin irritation. Eye Contact: Causes severe eye burns. May cause irreversible eye injury. Contact may cause ulceration of the conjunctiva and cornea. Eye damage may be delayed. Causes redness and pain. Ingestion: May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes severe digestive tract burns with abdominal pain, vomiting, and possible death. May cause systemic effects. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Fatal if swallowed.