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Material
Safety Data Sheets of potassium
sorbate (2,4-di-ethene acid kalium)
1. Product Identification
Synonyms: 2,4-Hexadienoic Acid, Potassium Salt,
2,4-di-ethene acid kalium
CAS No.: 24634-61-5
Molecular Weight: 150.22
Chemical Formula: CH3CH:CHCH:CHCOOK
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2.
Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Potassium Sorbate 24634-61-5 98 - 100% Yes
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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.
J.T.
Baker SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience)
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Health Rating: 1 - Slight
Flammability Rating: 0 - None
Reactivity Rating: 0 - None
Contact Rating: 1 - Slight
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT
Storage Color Code: Orange (General Storage)
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Potential
Health Effects
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Information
on the human health effects from exposure to this substance is limited.
Inhalation:
Not expected to be a health hazard.
Ingestion:
No adverse effects expected.
Skin Contact:
Not expected to be a health hazard from skin exposure.
Eye Contact:
Not expected to be a health hazard.
Chronic Exposure:
No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
No information found.
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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:
Use protective clothing and breathing equipment appropriate for
the surrounding fire.
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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):
Not expected to require personal respirator usage. 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:
White crystals.
Odor:
Odorless.
Solubility:
Appreciable in water.
Specific Gravity:
1.363 @ 25C/20C
pH:
No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):
0
Boiling Point:
No information found.
Melting Point:
270C (518F)
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:
No information found.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:
No information found.
Conditions to Avoid:
No information found.
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11.
Toxicological Information
Investigated
as a mutagen.
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Potassium Sorbate (24634-61-5) 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
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Potassium Sorbate (24634-61-5) Yes Yes Yes Yes
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Potassium Sorbate (24634-61-5) Yes Yes No Yes
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Potassium Sorbate (24634-61-5) No No No No
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Potassium Sorbate (24634-61-5) 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:
No Changes.
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