POTASSIUM

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 2 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 1 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1A Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Oxidizing solids Category 2

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed Fatal in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May intensify fire; oxidizer

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

Not available

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing/ .? /combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles .?

Response

Specific treatment (see .? on this label) Specific measures (see .? on this label) Specific treatment is urgent (see .? on this label) Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Specific treatment (see .? on this label) IN CASE OF FIRE: Use water to extinguish. Do not use dry chemicals or foams. CO2or Halon may provide limited control. 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 or doctor/physician. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant