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Safety Data Sheet EN

Potassium hydroxide 0.05 mol/l in Ethanol

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Potassium hydroxide 0.05 mol/l in Ethanol
Product Code
CL05.1107

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A
REACH No.
is not available for this substance as the substance or its use are exempted from registration according to Article 2 REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, the annual tonnage does not require a registration or the registration is envisaged for a later registration deadline.

Identified Uses

Reagent for analysis

Manufacturers & Suppliers

C

CHEM-LAB NV

manufacturer

Industriezone "De Arend" 2, B-8210 Zedelgem, BELGIUM

+32 50 28 83 20

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

00 (32) 50.28.83.20

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Met. Corr. Cat. 1 H290
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H315 Causes skin irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical ventilating, lighting, ... equipment.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P260 Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours, spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection.
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove, 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.
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture

Formula KOH/C2H5OH

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
KOH --- --- No
C2H5OH --- --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Fresh air.

Skin contact

Wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.

Eye contact

Rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open. Immediately call an ophthalmologist.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Call in physician.

Immediate Medical Attention

No data available

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable media

Do not use water.

Specific hazards

Combustible. Vapours heavier than air. Forms explosive mixtures with air at ambient temperatures. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Instructions

Cool container with spray water from a save distance.

Firefighter Protection

Do not stay in dangerous zone without self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Do not inhale vapours/aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure supply of fresh air in enclosed rooms.

Environmental

Do not allow to enter sewerage system; risk of explosion!

Cleanup methods

Absorb on vermiculite, sand or a pillow from Chemical Spill Center.

Materials: vermiculite, sand or a pillow from Chemical Spill Center

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Use non sparking tools. For precautions see section 2.2

Storage

Closed in a well ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature see product label.

Fire prevention

Use non sparking tools.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Protective clothing should be selected specifically for the working place, depending on concentration and quantity of the hazardous substances handled. The resistance of the protective clothing to chemicals should be ascertained with the respective supplier.

Hands

Required.

Eyes

Required.

Respiratory

Wear gas mask. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

Yes (antistatic).

Environmental

Do not allow to enter sewerage system; risk of explosion!

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Odor
alcoholic
Voc Content
---
Density
0,84 g/ml
Melting Point
-117°C
Explosive Limits
---
Properties Status
---
Form
Liquid
Upper Explosive Limit
12.0 vol%
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Flash Point
12°C
Flammability
---
Lower Explosive Limit
2 vol%
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solubility
---
Physical State
Liquid
Odor Threshold
---
Bulk Density
---
Boiling Point
78°C
Solubility In Fat
---
Colour Intensity
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Relative Density
---
Cloud Point
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Vapor Pressure
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Freezing Point
---
Colour
colourless to yellow
Evaporation Rate
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Appearance
Liquid, colourless to yellow
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Density
---
Molecular Weight
---
Solubility In Water
soluble
Auto Ignition Temperature
370°C
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Ph
pH > 12
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

No further relevant information available.

Reactivity

See section 10.3

Hazardous reactions

Stable / avoid contact with oxidizing products.

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

No further relevant information available.

Decomposition

No further relevant information available.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Disposal

Chemicals must be disposed of in compliance with the respective national regulations.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
2924
Shipping Name
Flammable liquid, corrosive, n.o.s. (Ethanol, potassium hydroxide solution)
Transport Class
3 (8)
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

For this product an assessment was not carried out.

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Potassium hydroxide 0.05 mol/l in Ethanol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Potassium hydroxide 0.05 mol/l in Ethanol?

Potassium hydroxide 0.05 mol/l in Ethanol is a liquid appearing as liquid, colourless to yellow with colourless to yellow color. It has alcoholic odor.

What is Potassium hydroxide 0.05 mol/l in Ethanol used for?

Reagent for analysis

What are the hazard statements for Potassium hydroxide 0.05 mol/l in Ethanol?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H290: May be corrosive to metals.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.

What is the melting point of Potassium hydroxide 0.05 mol/l in Ethanol?

The melting point is -117°C and the boiling point is 78°C.