Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7789-23-3
Name of the chemical
Potassium fluoride
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
16871-90-2
Name of the chemical
Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Version
6.7
Revision date
2026-07-13
Product name
Potassium fluoride
CAS No.
7789-23-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H301+H331, H318
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H301+H331
Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Other hazards
Strong hydrogen fluoride-releaser Strong hydrogen fluoride-releaser
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H301 + H331 Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled. H318 Causes serious eye damage.
Prevention
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. P304 + P340 + P311 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 3 Acute toxicity : Category 3 (Inhalation) Serious eye damage : Category 1 Other hazards Strong hydrogen fluoride-releaser GHS label elements
