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What is Potassium?

Potassium (CAS: 7440-09-7). It's a silver-colored substance commonly used SU24 Scientific research and development

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H260: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

  • P231+P232: Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P303+P361+P353: If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
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Physical State
Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Silver-colored
Colour
Silver-colored
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Solid
Odor
Odorless
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not applicable.
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: 10299

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Potassium?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Potassium?

Potassium is a solid appearing as silver-colored 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?

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What are the hazard statements for Potassium?

This substance has 3 hazard statements: H260: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318: Causes serious eye damage.

What is the melting point of Potassium?

The melting point is 63.7 °C (147 ºF) and the boiling point is 760 °℃ (1400 °F).