Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data
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Basic Product Information
Regulatory Identifiers
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Uses Information
Overview
Potassium hydroxide, pellets Ph. Eur. commonly used general chemical reagent.
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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings
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Classification Status
Signal Word
Hazard Classifications
GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols
GHS05
GHS07
GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions
Hazard Statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H290: May be corrosive to metals.
Precautionary Statements
- P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- IF exposed or concerned: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain
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VWR International Ltd.
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Hunter Boulevard, Magna Park Lutterworth, LE17 4XN
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0800 22 33 44
01455 55 85 86
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Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients
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Product Type
substanceChemical Components & Hazardous Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potassium hydroxide | 1310-58-3 | Not specified | ✓ Non-hazardous |
Emergency First Aid Measures
Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies
🫁 Inhalation Exposure
Immediately call a POISON CENTRE/doctor. Remove casualty to fresh air and keep warm and at rest. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration.
🖐️ Skin Contact
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water and soap. Remove contaminated, saturated clothing immediately.
👁️ Eye Contact
In case of contact with eyes flush immediately with plenty of flowing water for 10 to 15 minutes holding eyelids apart and consult an ophthalmologist. Protect uninjured eye. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing
Immediately call a POISON CENTRE/doctor. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Give nothing to eat or drink.
🚨 Immediate Medical Attention Required
Immediately call a POISON CENTRE/doctor. Immediate medical treatment required because corrosive injuries that are not treated are hard to cure.
Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products
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Technical Specifications & Material Properties
Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment
🏭 Engineering Controls
Technical measures and the application of suitable work processes have priority over personal protection equipment. If handled uncovered, arrangements with local exhaust ventilation have to be used.
🧤 Hand Protection
When handling with chemical substances, protective gloves must be worn with the CE-label including the four control digits. Recommended glove articles DIN-/EN-Norms: DIN EN 374 In the case of wanting to use the gloves again, clean them before taking off and air them well. By short-term hand contact Suitable material: NBR (Nitrile rubber) Thickness of the glove material: 0,12 mm Breakthrough time (maximum wearing time): - 480 min Recommended glove articles: VWR 112-0998 By long-term hand contact Suitable material: NBR (Nitrile rubber) Thickness of the glove material: 0,38 mm Breakthrough time (maximum wearing time): - 480 min Recommended glove articles : VWR 112-3717 / 112-1381
👁️ Eye Protection
Eye glasses with side protection DIN-/EN-Norms: DIN EN 166 Recommendation: VWR 111-0432
😷 Respiratory Protection
Respiratory protection necessary at: aerosol or mist formation Suitable respiratory protection apparatus: Filtering Half-face mask (DIN EN 149) Recommendation: VWR 111-0451 Suitable material: P3 Recommendation: VWR 111-0244
🦺 Skin/Body Protection
Wear suitable protective clothing. When handling with chemical substances, protective clothing with CE-labels including the four control digits must be worn.
🌍 Environmental Exposure Controls
no data available
Transportation & Shipping Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements
🏷️ UN Number
1813
📦 Proper Shipping Name
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
⚠️ Transport Hazard Class
8
📋 Packing Group
II
🚢 IMDG Maritime Transport Precautions
Segregation group: 18
Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions
Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance
What is the hazard signal word for Potassium hydroxide, pellets Ph. Eur.?
The signal word for this substance is "danger".
What is the physical form of Potassium hydroxide, pellets Ph. Eur.?
Potassium hydroxide, pellets Ph. Eur. is a solid with white color. It has no data available odor.
What is the solubility of Potassium hydroxide, pellets Ph. Eur.?
soluble
What is Potassium hydroxide, pellets Ph. Eur. used for?
General chemical reagent
What are the hazard statements for Potassium hydroxide, pellets Ph. Eur.?
This substance has 3 hazard statements: H302: Harmful if swallowed. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H290: May be corrosive to metals.
What is the melting point of Potassium hydroxide, pellets Ph. Eur.?
The melting point is 360 C and the boiling point is 1320 C (1013 hPa).