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Potassium Chloride

CAS 7447-40-7

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Potassium Chloride
Product Form
Substance
Product Code
LC18790
Chemical Name
Potassium Chloride

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7447-40-7 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

For laboratory and manufacturing use only. Laboratory chemicals

Uses advised against

Not for food, drug or household use

Manufacturers & Suppliers

LabChem Inc logo

LabChem Inc

manufacturer

Jackson's Pointe Commerce Park Building 1000, 1010 Jackson's Pointe Court, Zelienople, PA 16063 - USA

412-826-5230

http://www.labchem.com

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

1-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

011-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Substance type : Mono-constituent

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Potassium Chloride (Main constituent) 7447-40-7 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Allow victim to breathe fresh air. Allow the victim to rest.

Skin contact

Remove affected clothing and wash all exposed skin area with mild soap and water, followed by warm water rinse.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Obtain medical attention if pain, blinking or redness persists.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain emergency medical attention.

Immediate Medical Attention

Obtain medical assistance.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.

Unsuitable media

Do not use a heavy water stream.

Specific hazards

Fire hazard : Not flammable. Explosion hazard : Not applicable. Reactivity : None.

Instructions

Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire.

Firefighter Protection

Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Ventilate area.

Environmental

Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.

Cleanup methods

On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.

Materials: suitable containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work. Provide good ventilation in process area to prevent formation of vapor.

Storage

Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : incompatible materials. Keep container closed when not in use.

Hygiene

Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Emergency eye wash fountains should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Relative Density
No data available
Form
---
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Metal Corrosion
---
Colour
White
Bulk Density
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Ph
No data available
Crystallisation Point
---
Solubility
Soluble in water. Soluble in glycerol. Soluble in ethanol. Water: 357 g/l Ethanol: 0.4 g/100ml Organic solvent:7.2 g/100ml glycerol
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Colour Intensity
---
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Appearance
Crystalline powder.
Physical State
Solid
Cloud Point
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Flash Point
No data available
Vapor Density
---
Molecular Weight
74.54 g/mol
Relative Evaporation Rate
No data available
Flammability
Non flammable.
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility In Fat
---
Solubility In Water
---
Softening Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Density
1.987 g/cm³
Melting Point
770 °C
Freezing Point
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Properties Status
---
Odor Threshold
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Physical State Data
solid
Odor
odorless
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Voc Content
---
Boiling Point
1420 °C
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Not established.

Reactivity

None.

Hazardous reactions

Not established.

Avoid

Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures.

Incompatible

Strong acids. silver nitrate. Strong oxidizers.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride. Potassium oxide.

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 Chloride?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Potassium Chloride?

Potassium Chloride is a solid appearing as crystalline powder. with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is the solubility of Potassium Chloride?

Soluble in water. Soluble in glycerol. Soluble in ethanol. Water: 357 g/l Ethanol: 0.4 g/100ml Organic solvent:7.2 g/100ml glycerol

What is Potassium Chloride used for?

For laboratory and manufacturing use only. Laboratory chemicals

What is the melting point of Potassium Chloride?

The melting point is 770 °C and the boiling point is 1420 °C.