Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Potassium hydroxide
- Product Code
- 13451
- Chemical Name
- Potassium hydroxide
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 1310-58-3 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 215-181-3 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Alfa Aesar
manufacturer
Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. 30 Bond Street Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099
800-343-0660
http://www.alfa.com
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
(800) 343-0660
Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST
Carechem 24
(866) 928-0789
After normal business hours
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS07
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Chemical characterization: Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potassium hydroxide EC: 215-181-3 | 1310-58-3 | 100% | No |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.
Symptoms: Causes severe skin burns.
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
Seek medical treatment.
Symptoms: Harmful if swallowed.
Immediate Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical advice.
Medical Treatment
Seek medical treatment.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Product is not flammable. Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.
If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Potassium oxide
Firefighter Protection
Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation
Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
Use neutralizing agent. Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to section 13.
Materials: neutralizing agent
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Similar products with comparable safety profiles
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store under dry inert gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Protect from humidity and water.
The product is not flammable
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Material of gloves: Nitrile rubber, NBR. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes): 480. Glove thickness: 0.11 mm
Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection. Safety glasses with side shields / NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU)
Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with type P100 (USA) or P3 (EN 143) cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards.
Protective work clothing.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
No information known.
Reacts with strong oxidizing agents
No further relevant information available.
Acids, Air, Oxidizing agents, Water/moisture
Potassium oxide
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
Toxicity
Persistence and degradability
Bioaccumulative potential
Mobility in soil
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Endocrine disrupting properties
Other adverse effects
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN1813
- Shipping Name
- Potassium hydroxide, solid
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- II
Warning: Corrosive substances
Warning: Corrosive substances
Warning: Corrosive substances
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Potassium hydroxide?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Potassium hydroxide?
Potassium hydroxide is a various forms (powder/flake/crystalline/beads, etc.) appearing as various forms (powder/flake/crystalline/beads, etc.) . It has odorless odor.
What is Potassium hydroxide used for?
SU24 Scientific research and development
What are the hazard statements for Potassium hydroxide?
This substance has 2 hazard statements:
- H302: Harmful if swallowed.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What is the melting point of Potassium hydroxide?
The melting point is 360 °C (680 °F) and the boiling point is 1320 - 1324 °C (2408 - 2415 °F).