General Information
Revision date
2015-05-19
Product name
Potassium Stearate
Product Synonyms
potassium salt Fatty acids
Chemical name
Fatty acid, hydrogenated, potassium salt
CAS No.
593-29-3
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Company Information
company name
Silver Fern Chemical, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@silverfernchemical.com
Section 2
Physical hazards
Not Classified
Health hazards
Skin irritiation: Category 2 Eye irritation: Category 2 Acute aquatic toxicity: Category 1
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Very toxic to aquatic life
Prevention
Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid release to the environment
Response
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Specific treatment (see first aid measures on this label). IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/ container to an approval waste disposal plan. Note: Concentrated dust may present an explosive hazard.
