Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Potassium
- Product Code
- 10299
- Chemical Name
- Potassium
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 7440-09-7 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 231-119-8 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.
manufacturer
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
GHS02
GHS05
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potassium EC: 231-119-8 | 7440-09-7 | --- | 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.
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
Seek medical treatment.
Immediate Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical advice.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Special powder for metal fires.
Water
Reacts violently with water
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.
Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
Use neutralizing agent.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store under dry inert gas. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.
No information known.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.
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.
Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection.
Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.
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.
Reacts violently with water. In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
On prolonged exposure to air, metallic potassium forms a layer of yellow potassium superoxide over a layer of potassium monoxide. Explosions may occur if this oxidized material is handled in any way. Contact with water releases flammable gases Reacts violently with water
No further relevant information available.
Oxidizing agents Water/moisture
Potassium oxide
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.
Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN2257
- Shipping Name
- Potassium
- Transport Class
- 4.3
- Packing Group
- I
Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
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?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Potassium?
Potassium is a solid appearing as solid with silver-colored color. It has odorless odor.
What is the solubility of Potassium?
Reacts violently Contact with water releases flammable gases
What is Potassium used for?
SU24 Scientific research and development
What are the hazard statements for Potassium?
This substance has 2 hazard statements:
- H260: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What is the melting point of Potassium?
The melting point is 63.7 °C (147 °F) and the boiling point is 760 °C (1400 °F).