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Potassium Bromide

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Potassium Bromide
Product Code
S25478

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Manufacturers & Suppliers

A

AquaPhoenix Scientific

manufacturer

9 Barnhart Drive, Hanover, PA 17331

F

Fisher Science Education

distributor

15 Jet View Drive, Rochester, NY 14624

Emergency Contacts

Fisher Science Education

800-535-5053

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319
Aquatic Acute Cat. 3 H402
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H412 Harmful to aquatic life

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P273 Avoid release to the environment
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required
P302 + P350 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
P303 + P361 + P353 Continue rinsing
P304 + P341 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
P320 Specific treatment (see ... on this label)
P330 Rinse mouth
P333 + P313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P391 Collect spillage
P402 Store in a dry place
P403 + P233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

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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 Bromide 7758-02-3 98% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Move exposed individual to fresh air. Loosen clothing as necessary and position individual in a comfortable position. Seek medical advice if discomfort or irritation persists. If breathing difficult, give oxygen.

Skin contact

Wash affected area with soap and water. Rinse/flush exposed skin gently using water for 15-20 minutes. Seek medical advice if discomfort or irritation persists.

Eye contact

Protect unexposed eye. Rinse/flush exposed eye(s) gently using water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lens(es) if able to do so during rinsing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists or if concerned.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth thoroughly. Do not induce vomiting. Have exposed individual drink sips of water. Seek medical attention if irritation, discomfort or vomiting persists.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek medical attention if irritation, discomfort or vomiting persists.

Medical Treatment

If seeking medical attention, provide SDS document to physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

If in laboratory setting, follow laboratory fire suppression procedures. Use appropriate fire suppression agents for adjacent combustible materials or sources of ignition

Specific hazards

Combustion products may include carbon oxides or other toxic vapors. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. Avoid generating dust; fine dust dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presence of an ignition source is a potential dust explosion hazard.

Instructions

Move product containers away from fire or keep cool with water spray as a protective measure, where feasible. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment.

Firefighter Protection

Use NIOSH-approved respiratory protection/breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Stop the spill, if possible. Contain spilled material by diking or using inert absorbent. If in a laboratory setting, follow Chemical Hygiene Plan procedures.

Environmental

Prevent from reaching drains, sewer or waterway.

Cleanup methods

Transfer to a disposal or recovery container. Place into properly labeled containers for recovery or disposal. Collect solids in powder form using vacuum with (HEPA filter)

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Wash hands after handling. Avoid dispersal of dust in the air (i.e., clearing dust surfaces with compressed air). Routine housekeeping should be instituted to ensure that dusts do not accumulate on surfaces. Dry powders can build static electricity charges when subjected to the friction of transfer and mixing operations. Follow good hygiene procedures when handling chemical materials. Do not eat, drink, smoke, or use personal products when handling chemical substances. If in a laboratory setting, follow Chemical Hygiene Plan. Use only in well ventilated areas. Avoid generation of dust or fine particulate. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.

Storage

Provide ventilation for containers. Avoid storage near extreme heat, ignition sources or open flame. Store away from foodstuffs. Store away from oxidizing agents. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Store with like hazards. Protect from moisture.

Hygiene

Wash hands after handling. Follow good hygiene procedures when handling chemical materials. Do not eat, drink, smoke, or use personal products when handling chemical substances. If in a laboratory setting, follow Chemical Hygiene Plan.

Fire prevention

Avoid storage near extreme heat, ignition sources or open flame.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of use/handling. Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapor or dusts (total/respirable) below the applicable workplace exposure limits (Occupational Exposure Limits-OELs) indicated above. Use under a fume hood. It is recommended that all dust control equipment such as local exhaust ventilation and material transport systems involved in handling of this product contain explosion relief vents or an explosion suppression system or an oxygen deficient environment. Ensure that dust-handling systems (such as exhaust ducts, dust collectors, vessels, and processing equipment) are designed in a manner to prevent the escape of dust into the work area (i.e., there is no leakage from the equipment).

Hands

The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation being used/handled. Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation.

Eyes

Safety glasses with side shields or goggles.

Respiratory

Not required under normal conditions of use. Use suitable respiratory protective device when high concentrations are present. Use suitable respiratory protective device when aerosol or mist is formed. For spills, respiratory protection may be advisable.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
White solid
Colour
White
Colour Intensity
---
Form
solid
Odor
Odorless
Odor Threshold
Not Determined
Ph
Not Determined
Melting Point
730 ° C
Boiling Point
1435 ° C
Flash Point
Not Determined
Freezing Point
730 ° C
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not Determined
Vapor Pressure
Not Determined
Vapor Density
Not Determined
Relative Density
2.75
Bulk Density
---
Density
Not Determined
Flammability
Not Determined
Upper Explosive Limit
Not Determined
Lower Explosive Limit
Not Determined
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not Determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not Determined
Solubility
Material is water soluble.
Partition Coefficient
Not Determined
Solubility In Water
Material is water soluble.
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not Determined
Kinematic Viscosity
Not Determined
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications. Hydroscopic.

Reactivity

Nonreactive under normal conditions.

Avoid

Protect from moisture. Incompatible Materials. Dust generation.

Incompatible

Strong acids. Strong bases. Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Oxides of potassium, hydrogen bromide.

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

15

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 Bromide?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Potassium Bromide?

Potassium Bromide is a solid appearing as white solid with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is the solubility of Potassium Bromide?

Material is water soluble.

What are the hazard statements for Potassium Bromide?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life

What is the melting point of Potassium Bromide?

The melting point is 730 ° C and the boiling point is 1435 ° C.