POTASSIUM (metal) LUMPS |
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SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking |
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1.1 Product identifier |
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| Chemical Name : | POTASSIUM (metal) LUMPS | ||
| Catalogue No. : | AL3641 | Product form : | Substance |
| CAS Number : | 7440-09-7 | EC Number : | |
| Grade : | EC Index Number : | ||
| Chemical Formula : | K | HSN Code : | 28051900 |
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| Chemical Structure : | K | ||
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against |
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| 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 |
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| Company identification : | Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane, Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053 Maharashtra, India. |
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1.4 Emergency Contact Details |
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| Phone / e-Mail : | Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in |
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SECTION 2: Hazards identification |
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2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture |
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| Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] | |
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Substances and Mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases, Category 1 H260 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1B H314 Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16 |
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| Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC | |
| F; R14/15 C; R34 Full text of R-phrases: see section 16 |
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| Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects | |
| No additional information available | |
2.2 Label elements |
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| Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] | |
| Hazard pictograms (CLP) : |
 GHS02
 GHS05
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| Signal word (CLP) : | Danger |
| Hazard statements (CLP) : | H260 - In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage |
| Precautionary statements (CLP) : | P223 - Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire P231+P232 - Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P370+P378 - In case of fire: Use ... for extinction |
2.3 Other hazards |
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| Other hazards : | No additional information available |
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients |
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3.1. Substance |
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| CAS No. : | 7440-09-7 | ||
| Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16 | |||
3.2. Mixture |
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| Not applicable | |||
SECTION 4: First aid measures |
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4.1 Description of first aid measures |
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| First-aid measures after inhalation : | Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. |
| First-aid measures after skin contact : | Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. |
| First-aid measures after eye contact : | Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. |
| First-aid measures after ingestion : | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. |
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed |
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| Symptoms relating to use : | Symptoms/injuries : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. |
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed |
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| General information : | Treat symptomatically. |
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures |
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5.1 Extinguishing media |
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| Suitable extinguishing media : | dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2). |
| Unsuitable extinguishing media : | Do not use extinguishing media containing water. |
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture |
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| Fire hazard : | Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. Haza |
| Explosion hazard : | |
5.3 Advice for firefighters |
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| Protection during firefighting : | Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. |
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures |
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6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures |
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6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel |
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| Emergency procedures : | Evacuate unnecessary personnel. |
6.1.2. For emergency responders |
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| Protective equipment | Use personal protective equipment as required |
| Emergency procedures | Stop release. Ventilate area. |
6.2 Environmental precautions |
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| Do not allow water (or moist air) contact with this material. | |
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up |
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| Methods for cleaning up : | Large spills: scoop solid spill into closing containers. |
6.4 Reference to other sections |
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| Reference : | No additional information available |
SECTION 7: Handling and storage |
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7.1 Precautions for safe handling |
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| Additional hazards when processed : | Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. |
| Precautions for safe handling : | Protect from moisture. Handle under inert gas. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. |
| Hygiene measures : | Wash ... thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. |
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities |
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| Technical measures : | Comply with applicable regulations. |
| Storage conditions : | Store in a dry place. Protect from moisture. Store in dry protected location to prevent any moisture contact. |
7.3 Specific end use(s) |
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| No additional information available | |
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection |
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8.1 Control parameters |
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| No additional information available | |
8.2 Exposure controls |
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| Hand protection : | protective gloves |
| Eye protection : | Chemical goggles or face shield |
| Skin and body protection : | Wear suitable protective clothing |
| Respiratory protection : | Wear respiratory protection |
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties |
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9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties |
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| Physical state : | Solid Colour |
| Colour : | silver white. |
| Odour : | odourless. |
| Odour threshold : | No data available |
| pH value : | No data available |
| Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : | No data available |
| Melting point : | 64 °C |
| Freezing point : | No data available |
| Boiling point : | 760 °C |
| Flash point : | No data available |
| Auto-ignition temperature : | 3600 °C |
| Decomposition temperature : | No data available |
| Flammability (solid, gas) : | In contact with water releases flammable gases whi |
| Vapour pressure : | No data available |
| Relative vapour density at 20°C : | No data available |
| Density : | 0.86 g/cm3 |
| Solubility : | Water: Reacts violently in water |
| Log Pow : | No data available |
| Viscosity, kinematic : | No data available |
| Viscosity, dynamic : | No data available |
| Explosive properties : | No data available |
| Oxidising properties : | No data available |
| Explosive limits : | No data available |
9.2 Other information |
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| No additional information available | |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity |
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10.1 Reactivity |
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| Thermal decomposition generates : Corrosive vapours. Reacts violently with water. | |
10.2 Chemical stability |
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| No additional information available | |
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions |
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| In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. Highly reactive mat | |
10.4 Conditions to avoid |
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| Moisture. | |
10.5 Incompatible materials |
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| No additional information available | |
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products |
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| Thermal decomposition generates : Corrosive vapours. |
SECTION 11: Toxicological information |
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11.1 Information on toxicological effects |
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| Acute toxicity : | Not classified |
| Skin corrosion/irritation : | Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. |
| Serious eye damage/irritation : | Serious eye damage, category 1, implicit |
| 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 |
SECTION 12: Ecological information |
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12.1 Toxicity |
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| Toxicity information : | No additional information available |
12.2 Persistence - degradability |
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| Persistence - degradability : | No additional information available |
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential |
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| Bioaccumulative potential : | No additional information available |
12.4 Mobility in soil |
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| Mobility in soil : | No additional information available |
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment |
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| No additional information available | |
12.6 Other adverse effects |
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| Environmental precautions : | No additional information available |
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations |
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13.1 Waste treatment methods |
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| Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : | Dispose of contents/container to ... |
| Additional information : | Do not allow water (or moist air) contact with this material. |
SECTION 14: Transport information |
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| In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN | |
14.1. UN number |
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| UN-No. (ADR) : | 2257 |
| UN-No. (IMDG) : | 2257 |
| UN-No. (IATA) : | 2257 |
| UN-No. (ADN) : | 2257 |
| UN-No. (RID) : | 2257 |
14.2. UN proper shipping name |
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| Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : | POTASSIUM |
| Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : | POTASSIUM |
| Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : | POTASSIUM |
| Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : | POTASSIUM |
| Proper Shipping Name (RID) : | POTASSIUM |
| Transport document description (ADR) : | UN 2257, POTASSIUM, 4.3, I |
| Transport document description (IMDG) : | UN 2257, POTASSIUM, 4.3, I |
| Transport document description (IATA) : | UN 2257, POTASSIUM, 4.3, I |
| Transport document description (ADN) : | UN 2257, POTASSIUM, 4.3, I |
| Transport document description (RID) : | UN 2257, POTASSIUM, 4.3, I |
14.3. Transport hazard class(es) |
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| ADR | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.3 |
| Danger labels : | 4.3 
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| IMDG | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.3 |
| Danger labels : | 4.3
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| IATA | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.3 |
| Danger labels : | 4.3
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| ADN | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.3 |
| Danger labels : | 4.3
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| RID | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.3 |
| Danger labels : | 4.3
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14.4. Packing group |
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| Packing group (ADR) : | I |
| Packing group (IMDG) : | I |
| Packing group (IATA) : | I |
| Packing group (ADN) : | I |
| Packing group (RID) : | I |
14.5. Environmental hazards |
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| Dangerous for the environment : | No |
| Marine pollutant : | No |
| Other information : | No supplementary information available |
14.6. Special precautions for user |
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| - Overland transport | |
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Classification code (ADR) : W2 Limited quantities (ADR) : 0 Excepted quantities (ADR) : E0 Packing instructions (ADR) : P403, IBC04 Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP2 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (ADR) : T9 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (ADR) : TP7, TP33 Tank code (ADR) : L10BN(+) Tank special provisions (ADR) : TU1, TE5, TT3, TM2 Vehicle for tank carriage : AT Transport category (ADR) : 1 Special provisions for carriage - Packages (ADR) : V1 Special provisions for carriage - Loading, unloading and handling (ADR) : CV23 Special provisions for carriage - Operation (ADR) : S20 Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : X423 Orange plates : Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : B/E EAC code : 4W |
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| - Transport by sea | |
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Limited quantities (IMDG) : 0 Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E0 Packing instructions (IMDG) : P403 Packing provisions (IMDG) : PP31 IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC04 IBC special provisions (IMDG) : B1 Tank instructions (IMDG) : T9 Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP7, TP33 EmS-No. (Fire) : F-G EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-N Stowage category (IMDG) : D Stowage and handling (IMDG) : H1 Segregation (IMDG) : SG35, SG26 MFAG-No : 138 |
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| - Air transport | |
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PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E0 PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Forbidden PCA limited quantity max net quantity (IATA) : Forbidden PCA packing instructions (IATA) : Forbidden PCA max net quantity (IATA) : Forbidden CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 487 CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 15kg Special provision (IATA) : A1 ERG code (IATA) : 4W |
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| - Inland waterway transport | |
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Classification code (ADN) : W2 Limited quantities (ADN) : 0 Excepted quantities (ADN) : E0 Equipment required (ADN) : PP, EX, A Ventilation (ADN) : VE01 Provisions for handling and stowage of the cargo (ADN) : HA08 Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 0 |
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| - Rail transport | |
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Classification code (RID) : W2 Limited quantities (RID) : 0 Excepted quantities (RID) : E0 Packing instructions (RID) : P403, IBC04 Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP2 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (RID) : T9 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (RID) : TP7, TP33 Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : L10BN(+) Special provisions for RID tanks (RID) : TU1, TE5, TT3, TM2 Transport category (RID) : 1 Special provisions for carriage – Packages (RID) : W1 Special provisions for carriage – Loading and unloading (RID) : CW23 Hazard identification number (RID) : X423 |
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14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code |
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| Not applicable | |
SECTION 15: Regulatory information |
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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 Metal is not on the REACH Candidate List Potassium Metal is not on the REACH Annex XIV List |
| 15.1.2. National regulations |
| Germany |
| 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 |
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