safety data sheet potassium hydroxide solution 5% - J.M.Loveridge plc

SAFETY DATA SHEETPOTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 5%1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COM PANY:PRODUCT NAME: POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 5%PART No.:SUPPLIER:M076J M Loveridge plcSouthbrook Road, SouthamptonHampshireSO15 1BHTel: 023 8022 2008Fax: 023 8022 21172. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:NAMECAS No.:EINECS Nr.: CLASSIFICATIONPOTASSIUM HYDROXIDE1310-58-3215-181-3 C R-22, 35CONTENT1-5 %The Full Text for all R-Phrases are Displayed in Section 163. HA ZARDS ID ENTIFICATION:Causes severe burns.4. FIRST AID M EASURES:GENERAL:IN H A LA T IO N :IN G E ST IO N:SKIN:EYES:IN ALL CASES OF DOUBT OR WHEN SYMPTOMS PERSIST, ALWAYS SEEKMEDICAL ATTENTIONRemove affected person from exposure, rest and keep warm.DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. In case of spontaneous vomiting, be sure that vomitcan freely drain because of danger of suffocation. Only when conscious, rinse mouthwith plenty of water and give plenty of water to drink - (approx 500ml). Keep patient atrest and obtain medical attention.Remove affected person from source of contamination. Wash the skin immediately withsoap and water. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing.Keeping eye open, immediately irrigate with water or eye-wash for 15 minutes. Obtainmedical attention.1/5

20007 - POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 5%5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTINGPROCEDURES:PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE:This material is not flammable. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surroundingfire.Take measures to retain water used for extinguishing. Do not release contaminatedwater into drains, soil and surface water. Dispose of contaminated water and soilaccording to local regulations.Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus.6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:PERSONAL PRECAUTION IN SPILL:PRECAUTIONS TO PROTECTENVIRONMENT:SPILL CLEANUP METHODS:Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes and clothing.Prevent contamination of soil, drains and surface water.Take-up spillage with absorbent, inert material and place in a suitable and closablelabelled container for recovery or disposal. Wash the area clean with water anddetergent, observing environmental requirements.7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:USAGE PRECAUTIONS:STORAGE PRECAUTIONS:S TO RAG E C RITER IA :HANDLING - Product should be used in accordance with good industrial principles forhandling and storing of hazardous chemicals.Avoid contact with skin or eyes.Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place, in securely closed original container.Corrosive storage.8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION:INGREDIENT NAME: CAS No.: STD LT EXP 8 Hrs ST EXP 15 MinPOTASSIUM HYDROXIDE1310-58-3OES2 mg/m3PROTECTIVE GLOVES:EYE PROTECTION:OTHER PROTECTION:HYGIENIC WORK PRACTICES:Use protective gloves.Use approved safety goggles or face shield.Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact.SKIN PROTECTION - apply barrier cream to hands and exposed skin.Promptly remove any clothing that becomes contaminated.9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:APPEARANCE:BOILING POINT (°C, interval):DENSITY/SPECIFIC GRAVITY (g/ml):Colourless liquid.> 100°C Pressure:1.01- 1.05 Tem perature (°C ):2/5

20007 - POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 5%R-PHR ASES (Full Text):of JMLs knowledge correct at the time of publication. Customers should always satisfythemselves, that the product which they have selected is entirely suitable for theirpurpose under their conditions of use and in compliance with current regulations. Forany further information, please contact the supplier.R-22 Harmful if swallowed. R-35 Causes severe burns.5/5