POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE, CRYSTAL, USP

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation May intensify fire; oxidizer

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

Not available

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 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area 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

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician 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. 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 victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell 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