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SYNONYMS: |
Potassium monochloride |
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CAS NO.: |
7447-40-7 |
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EINECS NO.: |
231-211-8 |
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FORMULA: |
KCl |
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H.S. CODE: |
31042000 |
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CLASS NO.: |
N/A |
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UN NO.: |
N/A |
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NFPA: |
1-0-0-E |
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DESCRIPTION: |
Potassium Chloride is a white crystalline solid with saline taste, soluble in water (more soluble than sodium chloride in hot water but less in cold), insoluble in pure alcohol, hydrochloric acid, ether and acetone; specific gravity 1.984, melting at 772 C and sublimes at 1500 C. It is produced industrially by fractional crystallization of the mineral sylvite and carnallite or from the solution of lake brines. |
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APPLICATION |
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Potassium chloride is used as a fertilizer, in photography, pharmaceutical preparations and in preparing other potassium compounds such as the chlorate, carbonate, sulfate, nitrate and the hydroxide (electrolysis of potassium chloride produces potassium hydroxide, called caustic potash). It is also used in petroleum industry, rubber industry, electroplating industry. Pharmaceutical grade is used as a potassium supplement administered by oral or injection. Potassium Chloride is used in manufacturing liquid detergents and soft soaps as a viscosity-regulator. |
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SPECIFICATION & PACKING |
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Purity: 90-92% K2O: 58%min MgCL2: 0.80% max CaCL2: 0.07% max NaCL : 3.5% max Moisture: 6.0% max Bromide (Br): 0.15% max Colour:
White |
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RAW MATERIAL: |
Calcium fluoride |
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END GOODS: |
Cisplatin,danthron,hydrochloric acid,hydrogen,magnesium potassium sulfate, potassium carbonate,potassium chlorate,potassium hydroxide,potassium hexafluorosilicate, potassium dichromate,potassium nitrate,potassium perchlorate, potassium sulfate ,etc. |
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REMARKS: |
N/A |
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MATERIAL SAFE DATA SHEETS |
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Potassium chloride
CAS#: 7447-40-7
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Potassium chloride
CI#: Not available.
Synonym:
Chemical Name: Potassium Chloride
Chemical Formula: KCl
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Potassium chloride 7447-40-7 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Potassium chloride: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2500 mg/kg [Guinea pig]. 2600 mg/kg [Rat].
1500 mg/kg [Mouse].
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance may be toxic to blood, cardiovascular system.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:
Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Cold water may be used.
Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Serious Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if
symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Points: Not applicable.
Flammable Limits: Not applicable.
Products of Combustion: Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Slightly explosive in presence of oxidizing materials.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: May result in explosion with potassium permanganate and sulfuric acid.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.
Large Spill:
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water
on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the
label. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids, moisture.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Hygroscopic
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Solid.
Odor: Odorless.
Taste: Saline. (Strong.)
Molecular Weight: 74.55 g/mole
Color: White.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: 1420°C (2588°F)
Melting Point: 770°C (1418°F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 1.987 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water.
Solubility:
Soluble in cold water, hot water.
Very slightly soluble in methanol, n-octanol.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity:
Hygroscopic.
Incompatible with KMnO4, H2SO4, BrF3, and BrCl3. May react violently with BrF3.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 1500 mg/kg [Mouse].
Chronic Effects on Humans: May cause damage to the following organs: blood, cardiovascular system.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:
May affect genetic material.
Passes through the placental barrier in animal.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Actute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: May cause skin irritation
Eye: Dust may cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: Dust may cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling
Ingestion: May affect behavior (coma, change in motor activity, listlessness, vertigo, mental confusion,
paresthesias, general weakness, flaccid paralysis), metabolism, blood (change in clotting factor, electrolytic
imbalance), cardiovascular (hypotension, circulatory disturbances, cardiac arrhythmias, heart block), and
respiratory, gastrointestinal (irritation of GI tract, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, purging), and
urinary(impairment of renal function) systems. Acute potassium intoxication by mouth is rare because large single
doses usually induce vomiting, and because in the absence of pre-existing kidney damage potassium is rapidly
excreted. Maximal nontoxic oral dose of KCl in man varies from 0.2g to 1 g of potassium/kg/day depending upon
efficiency of individual excretory mechanism; lower doses sometimes cause impairment of renal function as
shown by reduced inulin, and urea clearance.
Chronic Potential Health Effects: May affect blood and cardiovascular system.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Potassium chloride
Other Regulations:
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
DSCL (EEC):
R36- Irritating to eyes.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S39- Wear eye/face protection.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent.
Safety glasses.
Section 16: Other Information
References: Not available.
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CERTIFICATION OF ANALYSIS |
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE
EXPIRY LIFE: TWO YEARS
Purity: 90-92% 90.01%
K2O: 58%min 58%
MgCL2: 0.80% max 0.20%
CaCL2: 0.07% max 0.018%
NaCL : 3.5% max 1.8%
Moisture: 6.0% max 5.4%
Bromide
(Br): 0.15%
max
0.10%
Colour:
White
white