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Product Name: Potassium Carbonate
Chemical Formula: K2CO3
Synonyms: Pearl ash, Carbonic acid dipotassium salt
Manufacturer/Supplier: Refer to packaging or purchase documents for details
CAS Number: 584-08-7
Recommended Use: Industrial manufacturing, food processing, laboratory reagent, glass production, soap making
Emergency Contact: Local health and safety authority, or use the emergency instructions on the label
GHS Classification: Eye Irritant (Category 2A), Skin Irritant (Category 2)
Main Hazards: Causes eye and skin irritation, possible respiratory irritation, may aggravate pre-existing skin conditions
Pictograms: Exclamation mark for acute toxicity
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation, causes skin irritation, may cause respiratory irritation if inhaled
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wear eye protection, wash thoroughly after handling, use with adequate ventilation
Chemical Name: Potassium Carbonate
Common Name and Synonyms: Carbonic acid, dipotassium salt, pearl ash
CAS Number: 584-08-7
EC Number: 209-529-3
Concentration: >99%
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Wash affected skin thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, hold eyelids open, seek medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, give water to drink, get medical advice if feeling unwell
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known under standard fire situations
Specific Hazards: Not flammable, but releases potassium oxides and carbon dioxide under fire conditions
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Additional Advice: Use water spray to cool unopened containers, avoid runoff into drains
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable personal protective equipment, including gloves, goggles, dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Avoid entry into waterways, prevent widespread dispersal
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up carefully without creating dust, place into appropriate container for disposal, ventilate area
Notification Procedures: Report large spills to local authorities as required
Safe Handling: Use in well-ventilated areas, avoid contact with eyes and skin, avoid inhalation of dust
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed container, keep in a dry, cool, well-ventilated location
Incompatibilities: Avoid moisture exposure, acids, and strong oxidizing agents
Hygiene Practices: Ensure proper personal hygiene, change contaminated clothing promptly
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific limits established, dust should be kept as low as possible
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, handle material with equipment designed to minimize dust
Personal Protection: Eye protection (safety goggles), gloves (rubber, nitrile), appropriate dust mask or respirator for nuisance dust
Other Protective Equipment: Lab coat or chemical-resistant clothing, safety shoes
Appearance: White, odorless crystalline powder or granules
Molecular Weight: 138.21 g/mol
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
pH (aqueous solution): Alkaline, approx. 11.6 (1% solution)
Melting Point: Decomposes at 891°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Density: Approx. 2.4 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperature
Odor: None
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard temperature and pressure
Reactivity: Reacts with acids to form carbon dioxide gas
Hazardous Reactions: May react with hot aluminum
Incompatible Materials: Acids, strong oxidizers, moisture
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Potassium oxides, carbon oxides under fire or decomposition conditions
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Effects: Irritation to eyes, skin, respiratory tract
Ingestion Risks: Gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting
Inhalation Risks: Coughing, throat irritation if exposed to high concentrations
Chronic Effects: Repeated or prolonged exposure may dry or crack skin
Toxicity Data: LD50 (oral, rat) = 1870 mg/kg
Sensitization: No data on skin sensitization available; not considered a sensitizer
Ecotoxicity: Not classified as hazardous for the environment in small quantities
Aquatic Effects: Large releases can raise water pH, harming aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Dissolves in water, breaks down into naturally occurring ions
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: High solubility, likely to leach to groundwater if large amounts spill
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid large-scale releases into public waterways
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse with water, then recycle or dispose as allowed
Special Precautions: Do not release undiluted into surface water or soil
Preferred Methods: Use up in process, or landfilling by approved waste contractor
UN Number: Not regulated as a hazardous material for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Potassium Carbonate
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified for hazard in most jurisdictions
Packing Group: Not classified
Maritime Transport: Check with local shipping rules
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture, avoid rough handling that creates dust
Labelling Requirements: GHS label with hazard pictogram for irritant
U.S. Regulations: Listed on TSCA Inventory, not controlled under SARA Title III sections 302 or 313
EU Regulations: Safe to use under REACH regulations, subject to general workplace health and safety law
Other International Standards: Managed under chemical safety rules in Australia, Canada, Japan, and China
Employee Training: Mandatory for handlers, including use of PPE and emergency response
Additional Notes: Always refer to local guidelines for required risk assessment and safe use procedures
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