SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 10/MAY/2005
Date Updated: 05/NOV/2004
Version 1.4
According to 91/155/EEC
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, 99.999%
Product Number 409316
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty, Ltd
Unit 2, 14 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 1765
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555
Fax +61 2 9841 0500
Emergency Phone # +61 2 9841 0566
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 7447-40-7 231-211-8 None
Formula KCl
Molecular Weight 74.56 AMU
Synonyms Potassium chloride * Chlorid draselny (Czech) *
Chloropotassuril * Dipotassium dichloride *
Emplets potassium chloride * Enseal * Kalitabs *
Kaochlor * Kaon-Cl * Kaon-Cl 10 * Kaon-Cl TABS *
Kay ciel * Klotrix * K-Lyte/Cl * K-Lor *
K-Predne-dome * Monopotassium chloride * Pfiklor
* Potassium monochloride * Potavescent * Rekawan
* Slow K * Tripotassium trichloride
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EC.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Exercise appropriate precautions to minimize direct contact with
skin or eyes and prevent inhalation of dust.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated
exposure.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Hygroscopic.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before
reuse.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Wear dust mask.
Hand Protection: Protective gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
pH 7
BP/BP Range 1,500 掳C
MP/MP Range 770 掳C
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
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Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
SG/Density 1.98 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility Solubility in Water:Soluble.
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride gas, Potassium
oxides.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: TS8050000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LDLO
Oral
Infant
938 mg/kg
2D
Remarks: Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Cyanosis. Lungs, Thorax,
or Respiration:Other changes. Nutritional and Gross
Metabolic:Changes in:K
LDLO
Oral
Man
20 mg/kg
Remarks: Cardiac:Arrythmias (including changes it conduction).
Gastrointestinal:Nausea or vomiting. Blood:Change in clotting
factors.
LD50
Oral
Rat
2600 mg/kg
LD50
Intraperitoneal
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Rat
660 MG/KG
LD50
Intravenous
Rat
142 MG/KG
Remarks: Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Dyspnea.
LD50
Oral
Mouse
1500 mg/kg
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
620 MG/KG
LD50
Intravenous
Mouse
117 MG/KG
IRRITATION DATA
Eyes
Rabbit
500 mg
24H
Remarks: Mild irritation effect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Hyperkalaemia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea or
constipation, paraesthesia, thirst, dizziness, skin rash,
pruritus, weakness, muscle cramps, and minor psychiatric or
visual changes. ORL-mus LD50: 56 mg/kg * ORL-rat LD50: 36 to 85
mg/kg (depending on strain)
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be
irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - MUTAGEN
Rat
1500 UG/KG
Oral
Unscheduled DNA synthesis
Mouse
2048 MG/L (+S9)
Cell Type: lymphocyte
Mutation in microorganisms
Hamster
260 MMOL/L
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Cell Type: ovary
DNA damage
Hamster
12 GM/L
Cell Type: lung
Cytogenetic analysis
Hamster
140 MMOL/L
Cell Type: ovary
Cytogenetic analysis
Hamster
180 MMOL/L
Cell Type: ovary
Sister chromatid exchange
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible
solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
Non-hazardous for road transport.
IMDG
Non-hazardous for sea transport.
IATA
Non-hazardous for air transport.
15 - Regulatory Information
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
S-PHRASES: 22 24/25
Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EC.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: 1
SWITZERLAND
SWISS POISON CLASS: 5
16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
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purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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