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[List of Chemicals] [Risk Notes] [Risk Phrases] [Safety Phrases] [Danger Symbols] |  |
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| TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE | Highly flammable. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO contact with water, acid(s) or halogens. NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. | Special powder, dry sand, NO other agents. |
| EXPLOSION | Risk of fire and explosion. on contact with acid(s), halogens, water. | Combat fire from a sheltered position. | |
| EXPOSURE | |||
| Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation. | Closed system and ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
| Skin | Pain. Blisters. Serious skin burns. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention. |
| Eyes | Severe deep burns. loss of vision. | Face shield. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
| Ingestion | Burning sensation. Shock or collapse. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention. |
| SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | PACKAGING & LABELLING | Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Cover the spilled material with dry powder. | EU classification F Symbol C Symbol R: 14/15-34 S: ()1/2-5-8-45 UN classification UN Hazard Class: 4.3 UN Pack Group: I GHS classification Signal: Danger Flame-Corr In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Causes severe skin burns and eye damage |
Airtight. Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. |
| EMERGENCY RESPONSE | SAFE STORAGE | Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-43S2257a NFPA Code: H3; F3; R2 |
Fireproof. Keep under mineral oil. Dry. Well closed. |
| IMPORTANT DATA | Physical State; Appearance WHITE TO GREY LUMPS Chemical dangers Occupational exposure limits |
Routes of exposure Serious local effects by all routes of exposure. Effects of short-term exposure |
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | ENVIRONMENTAL DATA | Boiling point: 765.5°C Melting point: 63.2°C Density: 0.856 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100 ml: (reaction) Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: negligible |
| NOTES | Potassium is always kept under mineral oil. Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water and carbon dioxide . |
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Updated by AS. Approved by GS. Last update: 29.01.2008 |
