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CHEMICALS
Section
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product
Name: Potassium
pyrophosphate
CAS#:
7320-34-5
Synonym:
Diphosphoric acid,
tetrapotassium salt
Chemical
Name: Tetrapotassium
pyrophosphate trihydrate
Chemical
Formula: K4P2O7.3(H2O)
Section
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition:
Name
CAS #
% by Weight
Potassium
pyrophosphate
7320-34-5
100
Toxicological
Data on Ingredients: Potassium
pyrophosphate: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2980 mg/kg [Rat.]. DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 7940
mg/kg [Rabbit.].
Section
3: Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health Effects:
Hazardous
in case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly
hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Nonsensitizer for skin.
Non-permeator by skin.
Potential
Chronic Health Effects:
Hazardous
in case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly
hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not
available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous
membranes. 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. Immediately flush eyes with running water for
at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an
eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin
Contact: After contact
with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the
contaminated skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly
careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cold water may be used.
Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Serious
Skin Contact: Not
available.
Inhalation:
Allow the victim to rest
in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious
Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting.
Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is
not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical
attention.
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.
Fire
Fighting Media and Instructions: Not
applicable.
Special
Remarks on Fire Hazards: Keep
container tightly closed.
Special
Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not
available.
Section
6: Accidental Release Measures Small Spill:
Use
appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container. If necessary: Neutralize the residue with a dilute solution of acetic
acid. 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. Neutralize the residue
with a dilute solution of acetic acid. 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. Avoid contact with eyes Wear suitable
protective clothing In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable
respiratory equipment If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the
container or the label. Keep away from incompatibles such as moisture.
Storage:
No specific storage is
required. Use shelves or cabinets sturdy enough to bear the weight of the
chemicals. Be sure that it is not necessary to strain to reach materials, and
that shelves are not overloaded.
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: Splash
goggles. 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.
(Solid powder.)
Odor:
Odorless.
Taste:
Not available.
Molecular
Weight: 330.34 g/mole
Color:
White.
pH
(1% soln/water): 10
[Basic.]
Boiling
Point: Decomposes.
Melting
Point: 1090°C (1994°F)
Critical
Temperature: Not
available.
Specific
Gravity: 2.33 (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:
Easily soluble in cold
water, hot water. Insoluble in methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol.
Section
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability:
The product is stable.
Instability
Temperature: Not
available.
Conditions
of Instability: Not
available.
Incompatibility
with various substances: Reactive
with moisture.
Corrosivity:
Non-corrosive in presence
of glass.
Special
Remarks on Reactivity: Hygroscopic;
keep container tightly closed.
Special
Remarks on Corrosivity: Not
available.
Polymerization:
No.
Section
11: Toxicological Information
Routes
of Entry: Eye contact.
Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity
to Animals:
Acute
oral toxicity (LD50): 2980 mg/kg [Rat.]. Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 7940
mg/kg [Rabbit.].
Chronic
Effects on Humans: The
substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Other
Toxic Effects on Humans:
Hazardous
in case of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact
(irritant). Non-sensitizer for skin. Nonpermeator by skin.
Special
Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: To
the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties of this substance have
not been thoroughly investigated.
Special
Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Material
is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
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
products of degradation are more toxic.
Special
Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.
Section
13: Disposal Considerations
Waste
Disposal:
Section
14: Transport Information
DOT
Classification: Not a DOT
controlled material
Identification:
Not applicable.
Special
Provisions for Transport: Not
applicable.
Section
15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal
and State Regulations: TSCA
8(b) inventory: Potassium pyrophosphate
Other
Regulations: OSHA:
Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other
Classifications:
WHMIS
(Canada): CLASS D-2A:
Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL
(EEC): R36- Irritating to
eyes.
HMIS
(U.S.A.):
Health
Hazard: 2
Fire
Hazard: 0
Reactivity:
2
Personal
Protection: E
National
Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health:
2
Flammability:
0
Reactivity:
2
Specific
hazard:
Protective
Equipment: Gloves. Lab
coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Splash
goggles.
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