Potassium Acetate, 50% Aqueous Solution

Signal word

Not applicable

Hazard statements

Not applicable

Hazard pictograms

NONE

Precautionary statements

May cause mild eye irritation. After contact with skin, wash immediately and thoroughly with water and soap. If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

2.3 Other hazards

Caution- spillages may be slippery Dihydrogen monoxide (H2O) Water none 7732-18-5 GHS-US: None 231-791-2 50% Potassium Acetate Potassium Potassium salt Ethanoic 127-08-2 GHS-US: None 204-822-2 50% Acetate acid, Acetic acid Potassium Salt Corrosion Inhibitor (proprietary) Trade Secret Trade GHS-US: None N/A < 1.0% Secret 4.1. Description of first aid measures General advice: If you feel unwell, obtain medical attention. Eye contact: If substance has got into the eyes, immediately wash out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, obtain medical attention. Skin contact: Wash with plenty of water for 15 minutes. If irritation (redness, rash, blistering) develops, obtain medical attention. Inhalation: Remove patient from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Wash out mouth with water or milk. If large amount swallowed or symptoms develop obtain medical attention. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed General Symptoms/Injuries: Not expected to present significant symptoms under anticipated conditions of normal use. Inhalation: May cause slight respiratory irritation. Ingestion: May cause slight gastrointestinal irritation. 5.1. Extinguishing Media Suitable Extinguishing Media: Compatible with all standard extinguishing media and firefighting techniques. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Not applicable Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9300 5.2. Special Hazards Arising from The Substance or Mixture Description: Non-Flammable, Non-Combustible liquid, that is not expected to be reactive under normal conditions. 5.3. Advice for Fire-Fighters Special Protective Equipment: Goggles, a self-contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective clothing should be worn in fire conditions. Unusual Explosion and Fire Procedures: Not applicable 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment, and emergency procedures • Wear protective equipment before acting. • In case of spillage, contain for proper disposal or recycling/ no special consideration for disposal. • Safety shower in work area. • Eye wash station in work area. 6.2. Environmental Precautions See section 12 for more ecological information 6.3. Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up • Soak up with inert material and properly dispose of in labeled container 7.1 Precautions for Safe Handling • All equipment, storage tanks, and surfaces that are exposed to potassium acetate deicers should be regularly cleaned to maintain equipment integrity and reduce deterioration. • Proper use of safety glasses and personal protective equipment required. • Do not eat, drink or smoke when handling this product. • Handle product with efficient industrial hygiene and wash hands after each use. Contain for proper disposal or recycling. • Use with adequate ventilation of the workstation. 7.2 Recommendations for Safe Storage • Store in polyethylene, stainless steel, or carbon steel containers that have not been oxidized. • Do not store with brass, zinc, or galvanized steel, aluminum should be avoided for long term storage • Store in dry area protected from weather and sunlight. Appropriate Ventilation Controls: No specific OES assigned, however keep well ventilated as to keep dust exposure from exceeding the LTEL (8-hour TWA ref. period) 10 mg.m3 for total inhalable dust or PNOR (Particulates not otherwise regulated). For ACGIH follow: 10mg.mg3 (inhalable TWA particles). Respiratory Exposure Controls: Use with adequate ventilation. Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses or goggles. Hand Protection: Wash hands after handling of the material and wear protective gloves. Body Protection: Wear suitable protective clothing. Work & Hygienic Practices: wash thoroughly after handling, wash contaminated clothes before next use. PROPERTIES

Remarks

PROPERTIES Appearance clear colorless liquid Upper/lower flammability none Odor Mild odor Vapor pressure no information Odor Threshold none Vapor density no information pH 8.0-11.5 Relative density 1.27-1.29 Melting point/freezing point < -59⁰C (-74⁰F) Solubility no information Initial Boiling point no information Partition coefficient no information Boiling range no information Auto-Ignition temperature no information Flash point No flash to 212⁰F Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9300 Decomposition temperature no information Evaporation rate no information Viscosity 6 - 10 cP Flammability no information Reactivity: Non-reactive under normal conditions. Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions. Stabilizers: no information available Conditions to Avoid: strong oxidizers Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9300 Hazardous Reactions: None known Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, nitrates, chlorates Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide Delayed, immediate and chronic effects from short- and long-term exposure Eye contact: May cause eye irritation Skin contact: May cause skin irritation Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation if inhaled Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed Numerical Measures of Toxicity: N/A

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS-US: Not classified as dangerous for supply/use EC: Not classified as dangerous for supply/use Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9300 Hazards Summary: This substance is considered non-hazardous according to GHS classifications for the Hazard Communication Standard. Treat all chemical substances with caution. Although this substance is considered to be non-hazardous, unpredictable reactions among chemicals are always possible. Prudent handling practices should be observed.