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Potassium phosphate tribasic

CAS 7778-53-2

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Potassium phosphate tribasic
Product Code
P5629

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7778-53-2 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Uses advised against

The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption (40 CFR Section 720.36). It is the recipient's responsibility to comply with the requirements of the R&D exemption. The product may not be used for a non-exempt commercial purpose under TSCA unless appropriate consent is granted in writing by MilliporeSigma.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich Inc.

manufacturer

3050 SPRUCE ST, ST. LOUIS MO 63103, UNITED STATES

+1 314 771-5765

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

800-424-9300

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
tripotassium orthophosphate EC: 231-907-1 7778-53-2 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Immediate Medical Attention

No data available

Medical Treatment

No data available

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Specific hazards

Oxides of phosphorus, Potassium oxides, Not combustible.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

No data available

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

hygroscopic

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
crystalline
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
crystalline, white
Colour
white
Colour Intensity
---
Form
crystalline
Odor
No data available
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
12 at ca.10 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F)
Melting Point
1,340 °C (2,444 °F)
Boiling Point
No data available
Flash Point
Not applicable
Freezing Point
No data available
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
No data available
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
2.564 g/cm³ at 25 °C (77 °F)
Flammability
The product is not flammable.
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
completely soluble in water
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Solubility In Water
62.4 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F) - Regulation (EC) No. 440/2008, Annex, A.6 - completely soluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

No data available

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: Strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

Exposure to moisture.

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

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

Treatment

No data available

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Potassium phosphate tribasic?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Potassium phosphate tribasic?

Potassium phosphate tribasic is a crystalline appearing as crystalline, white with white color. It has no data available odor.

What is the solubility of Potassium phosphate tribasic?

completely soluble in water

What is Potassium phosphate tribasic used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Potassium phosphate tribasic?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Potassium phosphate tribasic?

The melting point is 1,340 °C (2,444 °F) and the boiling point is No data available.