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Safety Data Sheet EN

Potassium chloride for analysis EMSURE®

CAS 7447-40-7

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Potassium chloride for analysis EMSURE®
Product Code
1.04936, 104936
Chemical Name
Potassium chloride

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7447-40-7 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Reagent for analysis

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science Pty Ltd

national supplier

Ground Floor, Building 1, 885 Mountain Highway, BAYSWATER VIC 3153, AUSTRALIA

+61 1800 800 097

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

1800 862 115

CHEMTREC

+61 2 9037 2994

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

GHS Pictograms

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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 chloride 7447-40-7 --- No

No hazardous ingredients

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most).

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult doctor if feeling unwell.

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.

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.

Instructions

Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.

Firefighter Protection

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid inhalation of dusts. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.

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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

Dry. Tightly closed.

Hygiene

Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

No data available

Hands

Material : Nitrile rubber, Break through time : 480 min, Glove thickness : 0.11 mm, Protective index : Full contact, Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L; Material : Nitrile rubber, Break through time : 480 min, Glove thickness : 0.11 mm, Protective index : Splash contact, Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter : Filter type P1. Type: The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Language Code
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Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
crystalline, powder
Colour
white
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
odourless
Odor Threshold
Not applicable
Ph
5.5 - 8.5 (20.0 °C)
Melting Point
770 °C
Boiling Point
1,413 °C (1,013 hPa)
Flash Point
Not applicable
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
1.98
Bulk Density
ca. 1,000 kg/m3
Density
1.98 g/cm3 (20.0 °C)
Flammability
The product is not flammable.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not applicable
Lower Explosive Limit
Not applicable
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
not combustible
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
4.0 g/l (Solvent: Ethanol)
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Solubility In Water
355 g/l (25 °C)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
74.55 g/mol
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

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

No data available

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5 products

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

Ecotoxicity

No data available

No data available

Persistence and degradability

No data available

No data available

Bioaccumulative potential

No data available

No data available

Mobility in soil

No data available

No data available

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

No data available

No data available

Endocrine disrupting properties

No data available

No data available

Other adverse effects

No data available

No data available

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local regulations.

Disposal

Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste.

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Therapeutic Goods (Poisons Standard) Instrument: No poison schedule number allocated. There is no applicable prohibition, authorisation and restricted use requirements, including for carcinogens referred to in Schedule 10 of the model WHS Act and Regulations.

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Potassium chloride for analysis EMSURE®?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Potassium chloride for analysis EMSURE®?

Potassium chloride for analysis EMSURE® is a solid appearing as crystalline, powder with white color. It has odourless odor.

What is the solubility of Potassium chloride for analysis EMSURE®?

4.0 g/l (Solvent: Ethanol)

What is Potassium chloride for analysis EMSURE® used for?

Reagent for analysis

What is the melting point of Potassium chloride for analysis EMSURE®?

The melting point is 770 °C and the boiling point is 1,413 °C (1,013 hPa).