POTASSIUM NITRATE AR

POTASSIUM NITRATE AR

Synonyms : Saltpetre, Nitrate of potash

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name : POTASSIUM NITRATE AR
Catalogue No. : AL3744 Product form : Substance
CAS Number : 7757-79-1 EC Number : 231-818-8
Grade : EC Index Number :
Chemical Formula : HSN Code : 28342100
Synonyms : Saltpetre, Nitrate of potash
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against : No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification : Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,
Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053
Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail : Phone : +91 22 26317055
Mobile : +91 9820385757
e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Oxidising Solids,
Category 2
H272
Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
O; R8
Xn; R22
Xi; R36/37/38
Full text of R-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) : GHS03GHS03
Signal word (CLP) : Danger
Hazard statements (CLP) : H272 - May intensify fire; oxidiser
Precautionary statements (CLP) : P220 - Keep/Store away from clothing/¦/combustible materials
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards : No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substance
Name : POTASSIUM NITRATE Extra Pure
CAS No. : 7757-79-1
EC No. : 231-818-8
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
First-aid measures after skin contact : IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of
water before removing clothes. Wash with plenty of soap and water. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical
advice/attention. Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical
advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : Symptoms/injuries after inhalation : May cause respiratory irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Causes skin irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Swallowing a small quantity of this material will result in serious health hazard.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information : Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard : May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser.
Explosion hazard : Heat may build pressure, rupturing closed containers, spreading fire and increasing
risk of burns and injuries.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures : No naked lights. No smoking.
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment Use personal protective equipment as required
Emergency procedures Stop release.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Clear up rapidly by scoop or vacuum.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference : No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Additional hazards when processed : Hazardous waste due to potential risk of explosion.
Precautions for safe handling : Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/... Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures : Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed.
Storage conditions : Keep in fireproof place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection : protective gloves
Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection : Wear respiratory protection

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid
Molecular mass : 101.1 g/mol
Colour : White crystalline.
Odour : odourless.
Odour threshold : No data available
pH value : 5.5 - 8
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : 334 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : 4000 °C
Flash point : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20°C : 3
Density : 2.109 g/cm3
Solubility : Water: 36 g/100ml
Log Pow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser.
Explosive limits : No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2 Chemical stability
May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Heat. Sparks. Overheating. Open flame.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Not classified
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
pH: 5.5 - 8
Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified
pH: 5.5 - 8
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) : Not classified
Aspiration hazard : Not classified
Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms : Harmful if swallowed.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information : No additional information available
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability : No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential : No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil : No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions : No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Dispose of contents/container to ...
Additional information : Hazardous waste due to potential risk of explosion.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) : 1486
UN-No. (IMDG) : 1486
UN-No. (IATA) : 1486
UN-No. (ADN) : 1486
UN-No. (RID) : 1486
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : POTASSIUM NITRATE
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : POTASSIUM NITRATE
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : POTASSIUM NITRATE
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : POTASSIUM NITRATE
Proper Shipping Name (RID) : POTASSIUM NITRATE
Transport document description (ADR) : UN 1486, POTASSIUM NITRATE, 5.1, III
Transport document description (IMDG) : UN 1486, POTASSIUM NITRATE, 5.1, III
Transport document description (IATA) : UN 1486, POTASSIUM NITRATE, 5.1, III
Transport document description (ADN) : UN 1486, POTASSIUM NITRATE, 5.1, III
Transport document description (RID) : UN 1486, POTASSIUM NITRATE, 5.1, III
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
RID
Transport hazard class(es) : 5.1
Danger labels : 5.1
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) : III
Packing group (IMDG) : III
Packing group (IATA) : III
Packing group (ADN) : III
Packing group (RID) : III
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment : No
Marine pollutant : No
Other information : No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : O2
Limited quantities (ADR) : 5kg
Excepted quantities (ADR) : E1
Packing instructions (ADR) : P002, IBC08, LP02, R001
Special packing provisions (ADR) : B3
Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP10
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (ADR)
: T1, BK1, BK2
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (ADR)
: TP33
Tank code (ADR) : SGAV
Tank special provisions (ADR) : TU3
Vehicle for tank carriage : AT
Transport category (ADR) : 3
Special provisions for carriage - Bulk
(ADR)
: VC1, VC2, AP6, AP7
Special provisions for carriage - Loading,
unloading and handling (ADR)
: CV24
Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 50
Orange plates :
Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : E
EAC code : 1Z
- Transport by sea
Special provision (IMDG) : 964, 967
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 5 kg
Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E1
Packing instructions (IMDG) : P002, LP02
IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC08
IBC special provisions (IMDG) : B3
Tank instructions (IMDG) : T1, BK2, BK3
Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP33
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-A
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-Q
Stowage category (IMDG) : A
Stowage and handling (IMDG) : SW23
MFAG-No : 140
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E1
PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y546
PCA limited quantity max net quantity
(IATA)
: 10kg
PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 559
PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 25kg
CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 563
CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 100kg
ERG code (IATA) : 5L
- Inland waterway transport
Classification code (ADN) : O2
Limited quantities (ADN) : 5 kg
Excepted quantities (ADN) : E1
Carriage permitted (ADN) : B
Equipment required (ADN) : PP
Provisions prior to loading (ADN) : LO04
Provisions for carriage in bulk (ADN) : CO02
Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 0
Additional requirements/Remarks (ADN) : CO02 and LO04 apply only when this substance is carried in bulk or without
packaging
- Rail transport
Classification code (RID) : O2
Limited quantities (RID) : 5kg
Excepted quantities (RID) : E1
Packing instructions (RID) : P002, IBC08, LP02, R001
Special packing provisions (RID) : B3
Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP10
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (RID)
: T1, BK1, BK2
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (RID)
: TP33
Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : SGAV
Special provisions for RID tanks (RID) : TU3
Transport category (RID) : 3
Special provisions for carriage – Bulk
(RID)
: VC1, VC2, AP6, AP7
Special provisions for carriage – Loading
and unloading (RID)
: CW24
Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE11
Hazard identification number (RID) : 50
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions
POTASSIUM NITRATE Extra Pure is not on the REACH Candidate List
POTASSIUM NITRATE Extra Pure is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
AwSV/VwVwS Annex reference : Water hazard class (WGK) 1, slightly hazardous to water (Classification according to
VwVwS, Annex 2; WGK No 346)
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal
Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV
: Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Denmark
Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases:
Ox. Sol. 2 Oxidising Solids, Category 2
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser
R22 Harmful if swallowed
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
R8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire
O Oxidising
Xi Irritant
Xn Harmful