POTASSIUM OXIDE
ICSC: 0769 |
Potassium monoxide Dipotassium oxide K2O Molecular mass: 94.2 ICSC # 0769 | CAS # 12136-45-7 UN # 2033 October 11, 2006 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Not combustible. | Powder, carbon dioxide. NO hydrous agents | |
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EXPOSURE | PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT! | IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |
INHALATION | Sore throat. Cough. Burning sensation. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. | Local exhaust. Breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
SKIN | Redness. Pain. Serious skin burns. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. Burns logy of the Eyes | Face shield and eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention. |
INGESTION | Sore throat. Burning sensation in the throat and chest. Shock or collapse. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Sweep spilled substance into dry covered plastic containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. | Separated from strong acids, food and feedstuffs. Dry. | Airtight. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. UN Hazard Class: 8 UN Packing Group: II Signal: Danger Corr Causes severe skin burns and eye damage | ||
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Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered. See Potassium hydroxide ICSC 0357.
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