| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2291 |
| Health: | 1 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Potassium Bromide Laboratory Grade, Crystal |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | KBr |
| RTECS: | TS7650000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 7758-02-3 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Potassium Bromide | CAS# 7758-02-3 | 100% | W/W | None Established |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Wash exposed area with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | None Known. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Absorb spill with inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, local law.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry place. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:None required
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 734 Deg C | Specific Gravity | 2.75
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| Boiling Point: | 1435 Deg C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 0% |
| Vapor Pressure: | 1 mmhg@795 C |
Evaporation Rate: | Not applicable |
| Vapor Density: |
Information not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
white granules with a bitter, saline taste |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
Not flammable |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Store in a tightly closed container away from incompatibilities. |
Materials to Avoid:
Acids, strong oxidizers |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Thermal decomposition releases Bromides, Oxides. |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Target organs affected/conditions aggravated: Persons with preexisting skin, eye or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. Target organs: Central nervous system depressent. Chronic skin exposure may cause dermatitis. Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, stupor, paralysis, coma. |
| DOT Classification: Not Regulated |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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