| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2341 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 3 |
| 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 Hydroxide 0.05 Normal in Methanol |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | N/A |
| RTECS: | None |
| C.A.S | See Below |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Methanol (Methyl Alcohol) (Low Acetone) | CAS# 67-56-1 | Balance | V/V | OSHA TWA 200 ppm, ACGIH STEL 250 ppm |
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Potassium Hydroxide | CAS# 1310-58-3 | <0.5% | W/V | OSHA PEL 2 mg/mƒ |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, 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: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Carbon Dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. |
| 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. Neutralize with a weak acid.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Use with adequate ventilation. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | -94°C | Specific Gravity | 0.79
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| Boiling Point: | 65°C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 99% |
| Vapor Pressure: | 97mm Hg @ 70°F |
Evaporation Rate: | 4.6 |
| Vapor Density: |
1.11 |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Information not available |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Clear liquid, methanolic odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
6% |
| Flash Point: |
11.1°C |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
36% |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with heat, sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. |
Materials to Avoid:
Strong oxidizing agents, metals, acids. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde. |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Conditions aggravated/target organs: Flammable! Toxic! Corrosive! Ingestion or inhalation may be fatal. Persons with pre-existing eye, skin, liver or kidney disorders will be more susceptible. Acute: Headache, nausea, vomiting, respiratory failure, CNS depression, skin and eye irritation or burns, GI tract irritation or burns. Chronic: Dermatitis, corneal damage, blindness, hearing loss. |
| DOT Classification: Flammable liquids, n.o.s., (Methanol), 3, UN1993, PG II |
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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