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EC/CAS
1310-58-3
Name of the chemical
potassium hydroxide
Concentration
100%
General Information
Revision date
2018-10-04
Product name
POTASSIUM
Product Synonyms
Caustic Potash
CAS No.
1310-58-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Electroplating; photoengraving & lithography; printing inks; in analytical chemistry & in organic synthesis; manfufacturing of liquid soap; pharmaceutical aid (as alkalizing agent); mordant for woods; absorbing carbon dioxide; mercerizing cotton; paint & varnish removers. Principle uses of KOH include chemicals, particularly the production of potassium carbonate and potassium permaganate;
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
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Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Corrosive to metals Category 1
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Toxic if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May be corrosive to metals
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
Reacts with water to evolve heat
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep only in original container
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Absorb spillage to prevent material damage 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. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep 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 corrosive resistant/ .? container with a resistant inner liner
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
