ICSC 0548 - POTASSIUM CHLORATE

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POTASSIUM CHLORATE	ICSC: 0548 (April 2013)
Potassium oxymuriate

CAS #: 3811-04-9

UN #: 1485

EC Number: 223-289-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with organic materials, powdered metals, ammonium salts, combustible substances or reducing agents.	NO open flames. NO contact with flammables. NO contact with hot surfaces. Do NOT expose to friction or shock.	In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Diarrhoea. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. Unconsciousness. Vomiting. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Consult an expert! Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents.	According to UN GHS Criteria May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled Causes damage to blood May cause damage to blood through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 5.1; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents, strong acids, organic chemicals, ammonium compounds, powdered metals and food and feedstuffs. Dry.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

POTASSIUM CHLORATE

ICSC: 0548

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS CRYSTALS OR WHITE POWDER. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes above 400°C . Decomposes on contact with strong acids. This produces oxygen and toxic fumes including chlorine dioxide and chlorine. The substance is a strong oxidant. It reacts violently with combustible and reducing materials. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks many metals in the presence of water.	Formula: ClKO₃ / KClO₃ Molecular mass: 122.6 Decomposes at 400°C Melting point: 368°C Density: 2.3 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml: 7.3

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS CRYSTALS OR WHITE POWDER.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes above 400°C . Decomposes on contact with strong acids. This produces oxygen and toxic fumes including chlorine dioxide and chlorine. The substance is a strong oxidant. It reacts violently with combustible and reducing materials. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks many metals in the presence of water.

Formula: ClKO₃ / KClO₃
Molecular mass: 122.6
Decomposes at 400°C
Melting point: 368°C
Density: 2.3 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 7.3

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion and by inhalation of dust. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the blood and kidneys. This may result in haemolysis, the formation of methaemoglobin and kidney impairment. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly , especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance may have effects on the blood. This may result in the formation of methaemoglobin.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion and by inhalation of dust.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the blood and kidneys. This may result in haemolysis, the formation of methaemoglobin and kidney impairment. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly , especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the blood. This may result in the formation of methaemoglobin.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately.

NOTES
Will turn shock-sensitive if contaminated with organic substances, reducing materials, metal powders and ammonium compounds. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard.

NOTES

Will turn shock-sensitive if contaminated with organic substances, reducing materials, metal powders and ammonium compounds.
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: O, Xn, N; R: 9-20/22-51/53; S: (2)-13-16-27-61

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