Hummel Croton Inc.
10 Harmich Road
MSDS
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Tel:908-754-1800 / Fax 908-754-1815
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Potassium Chloride
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Section I. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Supplier:
Hummel Croton Inc.
10 Harmich Road
HMIS Rating
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908)-754-1800 Health 2
Flammability 0
Potassium Chloride
Chemical Name:
Reactivity 0
Synonym: Muriate of Potash, Potassium Muriate
CAS Number: 7447-40-7 Personal Protection E
Chemical Formula: KCl
Section II. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Material CAS# % OSHA ACGIH
Potassium Chloride 7447-40-7 100% Not Established Not Established
Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5 100% Not Established Not Established
Since no Exposure limits have been established for Potassium Chloride & Sodium Chloride by OSHA & ACGIH, we recommend
that our product should be treated as a nuisance dust 15 mg/m?
Section III Hazards Identification:
Irritating to the skin and eyes on contact. Inhalation will cause irritation to the lungs and mucus membrane.
Accute Health Effects:
Irritation to the eyes will cause watering and redness. Reddening, scaling, and itching are characteristics of skin inflammation.
Follow safe industrial hygiene practices and always wear protective equipment when handling this compound.
Chronic Health Effects: This product has no known chronic effects. Repeated or prolong exposure to this compound is not known to
aggravate medical conditions.
Accute Health Effects: This product is not listed by NTP, IARC or regulated as a Carcinogen by OSHA.
Section IV. First Aid Measures
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
First Aid For Eye:
In case of contact, flush skin with water. Wash clothing before reuse. Call a physician if irritation occurs.
First Aid For Skin:
First Aid For Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Call a physician.
First Aid For Ingestion: If swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Section V. Fire and Explosion Data
Non-Flamable
Flammability:
Not Applicable
Flash Points:
Auto-Ignition: Not Applicable
Flammable Limits: Not Applicable
Extinguishing Media: Water spray or choose extinguishing agent most suitable for type of surrounding fire.
Fire Fighting Procedure: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Fire/Explosion Hazards: Could emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Section VI. Accidental Release Measures
Utilize recommended protective clothing and equipment. Clean spills in a manner that does not disperse
Spill Or Leak Procedures:
dust into the air. Spill area can be washed with water. Collect wash water for approved disposal. Keep from entering water or
ground water
Section VII. Handling and Storage
Store at ambient temperature
Storage Temperatures:
Unlimited in tightly closed container.
Shelf Life:
Special Sensitivity: None
Handling/Storage Precautions: Avoid breathing dust. Avoid getting in eyes or on skin. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store in a dry
place away from direct sunlight, heat and incompatible materials (see Section X). Reseal containers immediately after use. Store
away from food and beverages.
Section VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Safety glasses or goggles.
Eye Protection:
PVC gloves with impervious boots, apron or coveralls. Employees should wash their hands and face before eating,
Skin Protection:
drinking or using tobacco products.
Respirator: Work ambient concentrations should be monitored and if the recommended exposure limit is exceeded, a NIOSH/MSHA
approved dust respirator must be worn.
Ventilation: Use local ventilation if dusting is a problem, to maintain air levels below the recommended exposure limit.
Additional Protective Measures: Emergency showers and eye wash stations should be available. Educate and train employees in the
safe use and handling of hazardous chemicals.
Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
Crystals
Physical Form:
White
Color:
Odor: Odorless
Molecular Weight: 74.55
Boiling Point: 2732癋
Melting/Freezing Point: 1423癋
Solubility In Water: 25% by Weight
Specific Gravity: 1.988
Section X. Stability And Reactivity
Stable
Stability:
Will Not occur
Hazardous Polymerization:
Strong Oxidizing Agents, Strong Acids & Protect From Moisture.
Incompatibilities:
Instable Conditions: Excessive temperatures (see Incompatibilities).
Decomposition Temperature: Not Determined
Decomposition products: Could give of Hydrogen Chloride Gas.
Section XI. Toxicological Infomation
TS8050000
RTECS Number:
Eye contact. Ingestion. Inhalation. Skin contact.
Routes of Exposure:
Toxicity Data: Orl-Man LDLO: 20 mg/kg Orl-Rat LD50: 2600 mg/kg
Chronic Toxic Effects: This product has no known chronic effects. Repeated or prolong exposure to this compound is not known to
aggravate medical conditions.
Irritating to the skin and eyes on contact. Inhalation will cause irritation to the lungs and mucus membrane.
Acute Toxic Effects:
Irritation to the eyes will cause watering and redness. Reddening, scaling, and itching are characteristics of skin inflammation.
Follow safe industrial hygiene practices and always wear protective equipment when handling this compound.
Section XII. Ecological Information
Not available at this time.
Ecotoxicity:
Section XIII. Disposal Considerations
Waste disposal should be in accordance with existing federal, state and local environmental regulations.
Waste Disposal Method:
Section XIV. Transportation Information
Potassium Chloride
Proper Shipping Name:
N/A
UN Number:
N/A
Class:
N/A
P.G.:
N/A
Label Code:
Section XV. Regulatory Information
This product is hazardous under the criteria of the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR
OSHA Status:
1910.1200.
This compound is on the EPA Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) inventory List
TSCA Chemical Inventory:
To the best of our knowledge, this product contains no levels of listed substances, which the state of
California Proposition 65:
California has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive effects.
SARA 313 Title III:
Section 302 ExtremelyHazardous Substances: None
Section 311/312 Hazardous Categories: None
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: None
Section XVI. Other Information
Mark Dugan
Prepared By:
January 05, 2009
Date:
Reason For Issue: Updated Format
No warranty, expressed or implied, or merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or otherwise is made, except that the products herein discussed comply with the
chemical description on the labels. Buyer assumes risks of the use, storage and handling. Hummel shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising
directly or indirectly in connection with the purchase, use, storage or handling of this product. The information contained herein is, to the best of our knowledge, true and
accurate. However, all recommendations or suggestions are made without guarantee, since the conditions of use are beyond our control. We disclaim any liability incurred in
connection with the use of these data or suggestions. This information is not to be taken as a license to operate under, or a recommendation to infringe any patent(s). The
observance of all regulations and patents is the responsibility of the user. No agent, representative or employee of this company is authorized to vary any terms of this
notice.
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