Potassium hydroxide solution

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H290, H314, H318

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids (Category 2), H225 Corrosive to Metals (Category 1), H290 Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 1), H314 Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 1), H318 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

Signal word

Danger none

Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H290 May be corrosive to metals. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. none

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. P310 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Reduced Labeling (<= 125 ml)

Precautionary statements

none Refer to the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Other hazards

none