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Potassium Iodide

CAS 7681-11-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Potassium Iodide
Chemical Name
Potassium Iodide

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7681-11-0 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Industrial & for professional use only.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

C

Central Drug House (P) Ltd

manufacturer

7/28 Vardaan House, New Delhi-10002, INDIA

+91 11 49404040

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+91 11 49404040

9:00am - 6:00 pm

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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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
Potassium iodide EC: 231-659-4 7681-11-0 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Specific hazards

Hydrogen iodide, Potassium oxides

Firefighter Protection

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

Storage

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store under inert gas.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.

Eyes

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Respiratory

For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator. For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Skin/Body

Complete suit protecting against chemicals. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Melting Point
681 °C
Decomposition Temperature
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Flammability
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Crystallisation Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Ph
6.0 - 9 at 166 g/l at 25 °C
Flash Point
---
Physical State
solid
Metal Corrosion
---
Explosive Limits
---
Boiling Point
1.330 °C
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Cloud Point
---
Appearance
crystalline, white
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Voc Content
---
Colour Intensity
---
Vapor Pressure
1 hPa at 745 °C
Density
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Softening Point
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Molecular Weight
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Relative Density
3,130 g/cm³
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Colour
white
Form
crystalline
Freezing Point
---
Bulk Density
1.700 kg/m³
Solubility In Water
---
Odor
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Vapor Density
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Physical State Data
solid
Solubility
---
Properties Status
---
Odor Threshold
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10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

May decompose on exposure to air and moisture. Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

no data available

Hazardous reactions

no data available

Avoid

Tin/tin oxides

Incompatible

Strong reducing agents, Nickel, Strong acids, and its alloys, Steel (all types and surface treatments), Aluminum, Alkali metals, Brass, Magnesium, Zinc, cadmium, Copper

Decomposition

Other decomposition products - no data available 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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

Shipping Name
Not dangerous goods
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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Potassium Iodide?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Potassium Iodide?

Potassium Iodide is a solid appearing as crystalline, white with white color.

What is Potassium Iodide used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Industrial & for professional use only.

What are the hazard statements for Potassium Iodide?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of Potassium Iodide?

The melting point is 681 °C and the boiling point is 1.330 °C.