Potassium citrade|RONAS CHEMICALS IND.CO.,LTD.

MSDS of POTASSIUM CITRATE

Material Safety Data Sheets of Potassium citrate

1. Product Identification
Synonyms: 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, tripotassium salt, monohydrate; citric acid, tripotassium salt
CAS No.: 866-84-2 (Anhydrous) 6100-05-6 (Monohydrate)
Molecular Weight: 324.41
Chemical Formula: K3C6H5O7 . H2O
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2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Potassium Citrate 866-84-2 99 - 100% No
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3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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As part of good industrial and personal hygiene and safety procedure, avoid all unnecessary exposure to the chemical substance and ensure prompt removal from skin, eyes and clothing.

SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience)
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Health Rating: 1 - Slight
Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight
Reactivity Rating: 0 - None
Contact Rating: 1 - Slight
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; PROPER GLOVES
Storage Color Code: Green (General Storage)
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Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
No adverse effects expected. May cause mild irritation to the respiratory tract.
Ingestion:
No adverse effects expected.
Skin Contact:
No adverse effects expected. May cause mild irritation and redness.
Eye Contact:
May cause mild irritation, possible reddening.
Chronic Exposure:
No adverse health effects expected.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
No adverse health effects expected.
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4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion:
If large amounts were swallowed, give water to drink and get medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
Eye Contact:
Wash thoroughly with running water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
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5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion:
Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
Special Information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
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6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8. Spills: Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or disposal. Vacuuming or wet sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal.
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7. Handling and Storage
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
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8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
None established.
Ventilation System:
In general, dilution ventilation is a satisfactory health hazard control for this substance. However, if conditions of use create discomfort to the worker, a local exhaust system should be considered.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
For conditions of use where exposure to dust or mist is apparent and engineering controls are not feasible, a particulate respirator (NIOSH type N95 or better filters) may be worn. If oil particles (e.g. lubricants, cutting fluids, glycerine, etc.) are present, use a NIOSH type R or P filter. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:
Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing.
Eye Protection:
Safety glasses. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Colorless, transparent crystals or white powder.
Odor: Odorless.
Solubility: Soluble in water.
Specific Gravity: 1.98
pH: 8.5
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F): 0
Boiling Point: 230C (446F)
Melting Point: 180C (356F)
Vapor Density (Air=1): No information found.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): No information found.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No information found.
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10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
May produce oxides of carbon and the contained metal.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:
No incompatibility data found.
Conditions to Avoid:
No information found.
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11. Toxicological Information

No LD50/LC50 information found relating to normal routes of occupational exposure.

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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Potassium Citrate (866-84-2) No No None
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12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate:
No information found.
Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.
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13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
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14. Transport Information
Not regulated.
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15. Regulatory Information
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Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Potassium Citrate (866-84-2) Yes Yes Yes Yes

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--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Potassium Citrate (866-84-2) Yes Yes No Yes

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-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Potassium Citrate (866-84-2) No No No No

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-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Potassium Citrate (866-84-2) No No No

Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: No Chronic: No Fire: No Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Pure / Solid)

Australian Hazchem Code: None allocated.
Poison Schedule: None allocated.
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
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16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings: Health: 0 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
As part of good industrial and personal hygiene and safety procedure, avoid all unnecessary exposure to the chemical substance and ensure prompt removal from skin, eyes and clothing.
Label Precautions:
None.
Label First Aid:
Not applicable.
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
MSDS Section(s) changed since last revision of document include: 3.
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