Potassium Oxalate Monohydrate

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Potassium Oxalate Monohydrate

Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. K-OXL-02-P.1HYD , K-OXL-03-P.1HYD , K-OXL-04-P.1HYD , K-OXL-05-P.1HYD

CAS #: 6487-48-5

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:American Elements10884 Weyburn Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90024Tel: +1 310-208-0551Fax: +1 310-208-0351

Emergency telephone number:Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300International: +1 703-527-3887

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)GHS07Acute Tox. 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed.Acute Tox. 4 H312 Harmful in contact with skin.Hazards not otherwise classifiedNo data availableGHS label elementsGHS label elements, including precautionary statementsHazard pictograms

GHS07Signal wordWarningHazard statementsH302+H312 Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin.Precautionary statementsP280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you feel unwell.P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you feel unwell.P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.P322 Specific measures (see on this label).P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.WHMIS classificationNot controlledClassification systemHMIS ratings (scale 0-4)(Hazardous Materials Identification System)Health (acute effects) = 2Flammability = 1Physical Hazard = 1Other hazardsResults of PBT and vPvB assessmentPBT:N/AvPvB:N/A

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

SubstancesCAS No. / Substance Name:6487-48-5 Potassium oxalate monohydrateIdentification number(s):EC number:209-506-8Index number:607-007-00-3

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measuresIf inhaled:Supply patient with fresh air. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.Seek immediate medical advice.In case of skin contact:Immediately wash with soap and water; rinse thoroughly.Seek immediate medical advice.In case of eye contact:Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Consult a physician.If swallowed:Seek medical treatment.Information for doctorMost important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayedNo data availableIndication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment neededNo data available

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing mediaSuitable extinguishing agentsCarbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.Special hazards arising from the substance or mixtureIf this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released:Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxidePotassium oxideAdvice for firefightersProtective equipment:Wear self-contained respirator.Wear fully protective impervious suit.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency proceduresUse personal protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.Ensure adequate ventilationEnvironmental precautions:Do not allow material to be released to the environment without official permits.Methods and materials for containment and cleanup:Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to section 13.Prevention of secondary hazards:No special measures required.Reference to other sectionsSee Section 7 for information on safe handlingSee Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.See Section 13 for disposal information.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HandlingPrecautions for safe handlingKeep container tightly sealed.Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.Information about protection against explosions and fires:No data availableConditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilitiesRequirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:No special requirements.Information about storage in one common storage facility:Store away from oxidizing agents.Further information about storage conditions:Keep container tightly sealed.Store in cool, dry conditions in well-sealed containers.Specific end use(s)No data available

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Additional information about design of technical systems:Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.Control parametersComponents with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:None.Additional information:No dataExposure controlsPersonal protective equipmentFollow typical protective and hygienic practices for handling chemicals.Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.Remove all soiled and contaminated clothing immediately.Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.Maintain an ergonomically appropriate working environment.Breathing equipment:Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.Protection of hands:Impervious glovesInspect gloves prior to use.Suitability of gloves should be determined both by material and quality, the latter of which may vary by manufacturer.Penetration time of glove material (in minutes)No data availableEye protection:Safety glassesBody protection:Protective work clothing

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical propertiesAppearance:Form: Powder or granulesColor: WhiteOdor: OdorlessOdor threshold: No data available.pH (50 g/l) at 20 °C (68 °F): 6-8.5Melting point/Melting range: >300 °C (>572 °F)Boiling point/Boiling range: No data availableSublimation temperature / start: No data availableFlammability (solid, gas)No data available.Ignition temperature: No data availableDecomposition temperature: No data availableAutoignition: No data available.Danger of explosion: No data available.Explosion limits:Lower: No data availableUpper: No data availableVapor pressure: N/ADensity at 20 °C (68 °F): 2.13 g/cm3 (17.775 lbs/gal)Relative densityNo data available.Vapor densityN/AEvaporation rateN/ASolubility in / Miscibility with Water at 20 °C (68 °F): 360 g/lPartition coefficient (n-octanol/water): No data available.Viscosity:Dynamic: N/AKinematic: N/AOther informationNo data available

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

ReactivityNo data availableChemical stabilityStable under recommended storage conditions.Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.Possibility of hazardous reactionsReacts with strong oxidizing agentsConditions to avoidNo data availableIncompatible materials:Oxidizing agentsHazardous decomposition products:Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxidePotassium oxide

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effectsAcute toxicity:Harmful in contact with skin.Harmful if swallowed.Danger through skin absorption.The following RTECS statement/statements refer to the anhydrous compound:The Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS) contains acute toxicity data for components in this product.LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification:The following value/values refer to the anhydrous compound:Oral LD50 660 mg/kg (rat)Skin irritation or corrosion:May cause irritationEye irritation or corrosion:May cause irritationSensitization:No sensitizing effects known.Germ cell mutagenicity:No effects known.Carcinogenicity:No classification data on carcinogenic properties of this material is available from the EPA, IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH.Reproductive toxicity:No effects known.Specific target organ system toxicity – repeated exposure:No effects known.Specific target organ system toxicity – single exposure:No effects known.Aspiration hazard:No effects known.Subacute to chronic toxicity:No effects known.Additional toxicological information:To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully known.

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ToxicityAquatic toxicity:No data availablePersistence and degradabilityNo data availableBioaccumulative potentialNo data availableMobility in soilNo data availableAdditional ecological information:Do not allow material to be released to the environment without official permits.Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities to reach groundwater, water courses, or sewage systems.Avoid transfer into the environment.Results of PBT and vPvB assessmentPBT:N/AvPvB:N/AOther adverse effectsNo data available

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methodsRecommendationConsult official regulations to ensure proper disposal.Uncleaned packagings:Recommendation:Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN-NumberDOT, ADN, IMDG, IATAN/AUN proper shipping nameDOT, ADN, IMDG, IATAN/ATransport hazard class(es)DOT, ADR, ADN, IMDG, IATAClassN/APacking groupDOT, IMDG, IATAN/AEnvironmental hazards:N/ASpecial precautions for userN/ATransport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC CodeN/ATransport/Additional information:DOTMarine Pollutant (DOT):No

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixtureGHS GHS label elements, including precautionary statementsHazard pictogramsGHS07Signal wordWarningHazard statementsH302+H312 Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin.Precautionary statementsP280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you feel unwell.P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you feel unwell.P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.P322 Specific measures (see on this label).P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.National regulationsAll components of this product are listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances Control Act Chemical substance Inventory.All components of this product are listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL).SARA Section 313 (specific toxic chemical listings)Substance is not listed.California Proposition 65Prop 65 – Chemicals known to cause cancerSubstance is not listed.Prop 65 – Developmental toxicitySubstance is not listed.Prop 65 – Developmental toxicity, femaleSubstance is not listed.Prop 65 – Developmental toxicity, maleSubstance is not listed.Information about limitation of use:For use only by technically qualified individuals.Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulationsSubstance of Very High Concern (SVHC) according to the REACH Regulations (EC) No. 1907/2006.Substance is not listed.The conditions of restrictions according to Article 67 and Annex XVII of the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) for the manufacturing, placing on the market and use must be observed.Substance is not listed.Annex XIV of the REACH Regulations (requiring Authorisation for use)Substance is not listed.Chemical safety assessment:A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.

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