ALK. POTASSIUM IODIDE AZIDE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

DANGER! POISON! Emergency Overview Corrosive Liquid and mist can cause severe burns to all body tissue May be fatal if inhaled or swallowed Water reactive Appearance Clear, colorless Physical State Liquid Odor Odorless OSHA Regulatory Status This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Safety information is given for exposure to the reagent as sold and considers exposure to the chemical if user has direct eye and skin contact.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation, skin contact, and ingestion. Acute Toxicity Eyes Corrosive to the eyes and may cause severe damage including blindness. Skin Corrosive. Contact with skin causes irritation to severe burns. Can cause redness, pain, and severe skin burns. Harmful if absorbed through skin. Inhalation Poison - may be fatal if inhaled. Inhalation of corrosive mist may cause coughing, choking, headache, dizziness, and weakness for several hours. Pulmonary edema may occur with tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, bluish skin, decreased blood pressure, and increased heart rate. Depending on exposure, the effects from inhalation of corrosive mists can vary from mild irritation to serious damage to respiratory tract. Ingestion Toxic if swallowed. Corrosive. Can cause immediate pain and burning in the mouth, throat, esphogus and GI tract. May cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, and in severe cases death. Probable lethal dose of Potassium thiocyanate:between 15-30 grams.(100ml of 5116 solution will contain 10grams Potassium thiocyanate).

Potential chronic health

Prolonged exposure may cause chronic effects. Main Symptoms Prolonged contact has a destructive effect on tissue.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Hypersensitivity may occur in those with preexisting skin disorders. Respiratory disorders. Preexisting eye disorders.