Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-58-3
Name of the chemical
potassium hydroxide
Concentration
>=85
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
<=15
General Information
Revision date
2017-05-31
Product name
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, REAGENT (ACS)
Product Synonyms
CAUSTIC POTASH
CAS No.
1310-58-3
Manufacturer Name
GFS Chemicals, Inc
Emergency telephone
Assistance
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Company Information
company name
GFS Chemicals, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
service@gfschemicals.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical hazards
Corrosive to metals Category 1
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
Environmental hazards
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 3
Long term hazards
OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals. Toxic if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
Keep only in original container. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. 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. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.
Additional information
None.
