Safety Data Sheet

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Potassium Nitrate, Reagent

SECTION 1 : Identification of the substance/mixture and of the supplier

Product name : Potassium Nitrate, Reagent
Manufacturer/Supplier Trade name:
Manufacturer/Supplier Article number: S25494
Recommended uses of the product and uses restrictions on use:
Manufacturer Details:
AquaPhoenix Scientific
9 Barnhart Drive, Hanover, PA 17331

Supplier Details:
Fisher Science Education
15 Jet View Drive, Rochester, NY 14624

Emergency telephone number:

Fisher Science Education Emergency Telephone No.: 800-535-5053

SECTION 2 : Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture:

Oxidizing
Oxidizing solids, category 2

Irritant
Skin irritation, category 2
Eye irritation, category 2A
Specific target organ toxicity following single exposure, category 3

Ox. Sol. 2 H272

Skin Irrit. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. 2 H319
STOT SE 3 H335
Hazards Not Otherwise Classified - Combustible Dust

Signal word :Danger

Hazard statements:
May intensify fire; oxidizer
Causes skin irritation
Causes serious eye irritation
May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements:
If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand
Keep out of reach of children
Read label before use
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking
Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials
Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

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Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray

Wash … thoroughly after handling
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label)
Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing
Store locked up
Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Dispose of contents/container to …

Combustible Dust Hazard: :

May form combustible dust concentrations in air (during processing).

Other Non-GHS Classification:

WHMIS

NFPA/HMIS

NFPA SCALE (0-4) HMIS RATINGS (0-4)

SECTION 3 : Composition/information on ingredients

Ingredients:

CAS 7757-79-1 Potassium Nitrate >95 %

Percentages are by weight

SECTION 4 : First aid measures

Description of first aid measures
After 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.

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

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:

Irritation, Nausea,Headache, Shortness of breath.;
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
If seeking medical attention, provide SDS document to physician.

SECTION 5 : Firefighting measures

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing agents: If in laboratory setting, follow laboratory fire suppression procedures. Use
appropriate fire suppression agents for adjacent combustible materials or sources of ignition
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents:
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
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.
Advice for firefighters:
Protective equipment: Use NIOSH-approved respiratory protection/breathing apparatus.
Additional information (precautions): 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.

SECTION 6 : Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Wear protective equipment. Transfer to a disposal or recovery container.Use spark-proof tools and explosion-
proof equipment.Use respiratory protective device against the effects of fumes/dust/aerosol. Keep unprotected
persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation.Keep away from ignition sources. Protect from heat.Stop the spill, if
possible. Contain spilled material by diking or using inert absorbent.
Environmental precautions:
Prevent from reaching drains, sewer or waterway. Collect contaminated soil for characterization per Section 13
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
If in a laboratory setting, follow Chemical Hygiene Plan procedures.Place into properly labeled containers for
recovery or disposal. If necessary, use trained response staff/contractor.Dust deposits should not be allowed to
accumulate on surfaces, as these may form an explosive mixture if they are released into the atmosphere in
sufficient concentration. Avoid dispersal of dust in the air (i.e., clearing dust surfaces with compressed air).
Collect solids in powder form using vacuum with (HEPA filter)
Reference to other sections:

SECTION 7 : Handling and storage

Precautions for safe 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

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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.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Store in a cool location. 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. Keep container tightly sealed.Store with like hazards

SECTION 8 : Exposure controls/personal protection

Control Parameters: , , OSHA PEL TWA (Total Dust) 15 mg/m3 (50 mppcf*)
, , ACGIH TLV TWA (inhalable particles) 10 mg/m3
Appropriate Engineering controls: 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).
Respiratory protection: 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.
Protection of skin: 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.
Eye protection: Safety glasses with side shields or goggles.
General hygienic measures: The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling
chemicals. Keep away from food, beverages and feed sources.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing. Wash hands
before breaks and at the end of work. Do not inhale
gases/fumes/dust/mist/vapor/aerosols. Avoid contact with the eyes and
skin.

SECTION 9 : Physical and chemical properties

Appearance (physical Explosion limit lower: Not Determined

White solid
state,color): Explosion limit upper: Not Determined

Odor: Odorless Vapor pressure: Not Determined

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Odor threshold: Not Determined Vapor density: Not Determined

pH-value: 6-8 5% aq. Solution Relative density: Not Determined

Melting/Freezing point: 334°C / 633.2°F Solubilities: Soluble in Water

Boiling point/Boiling 400°C / 752°F@ 760 Partition coefficient (n-

Not Determined
range: mmHg octanol/water):

Flash point (closed Auto/Self-ignition

Not Determined Not Determined
cup): temperature:

Decomposition
Evaporation rate: Not Determined >400 ° C
temperature:

a. Kinematic:Not
Flammability Determined
Not Determined Viscosity:
(solid,gaseous): b. Dynamic: Not
Determined

Density: Not Determined

SECTION 10 : Stability and reactivity

Reactivity:Nonreactive under normal conditions.

Chemical stability:No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
Possible hazardous reactions:Contact with combustible/organic material may cause fire.
Conditions to avoid:Incompatible products, excess heat, combustible material, and dust formation.Strong
reducing agents, Powdered metals, Strong acids, Organic materials
Incompatible materials:Strong reducing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
Hazardous decomposition products:Carbon oxides (CO, CO2).Oxides of potassium.

SECTION 11 : Toxicological information

Acute Toxicity:

Oral: Rat 3015 mg/kg (Source: JAPAN_GHS) LD50

Chronic Toxicity: No additional information.

Corrosion Irritation: No additional information.

Sensitization: No additional information.

Single Target Organ (STOT): No additional information.

Numerical Measures: No additional information.

IARC-Group 2A: Probably carcinogenic to

Carcinogenicity:
humans.

Mutagenicity: No additional information.

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Reproductive toxicity - rat - Oral Effects on

Fertility: Other measures of
fertility.Reproductive toxicity - rat - Oral
Effects on Newborn:
Behavioral.Reproductive toxicity - rabbit -
Oral Effects on Fertility:
Abortion.Reproductive toxicity - guinea pig
Reproductive Toxicity:
- Oral-Effects on Newborn:
Stillbirth.Reproductive toxicity - guinea pig -
Oral Effects on Fertility: Female fertility
index (e.g., # females pregnant per #
sperm positive females; # females
pregnant per # females mated ). Effects on
Embryo or Fetus: Other effects to embryo.

SECTION 12 : Ecological information

Ecotoxicity Persistence and degradability: Readily degradable in the environment.

Bioaccumulative potential:
Mobility in soil:
Other adverse effects:

SECTION 13 : Disposal considerations

Waste disposal recommendations:

Product/containers must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach
sewage system or open water.It is the responsibility of the waste generator to properly characterize all waste
materials according to applicable regulatory entities (US 40CFR262.11). Consult federal state/ provincial and
local regulations regarding the proper disposal of waste material that may incorporate some amount of this
product.

SECTION 14 : Transport information

UN-Number
1486
UN proper shipping name
Potassium Nitrate
Transport hazard class(es)
Class:
5.1 Oxidizing substances
Packing group:III
Environmental hazard:
Transport in bulk:
Special precautions for user:

SECTION 15 : Regulatory information

United States (USA)

SARA Section 311/312 (Specific toxic chemical listings):
Reactive, Chronic

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SARA Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings):

7757-79-1 Potassium Nitrate
RCRA (hazardous waste code):
None of the ingredients is listed
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
All ingredients are listed.
CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act):
None of the ingredients is listed

Proposition 65 (California):

Chemicals known to cause cancer:

None of the ingredients is listed
Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for females:
None of the ingredients is listed
Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for males:
None of the ingredients is listed
Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity:
None of the ingredients is listed

Canada

Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL):

All ingredients are listed.
Canadian NPRI Ingredient Disclosure list (limit 0.1%):
None of the ingredients is listed
Canadian NPRI Ingredient Disclosure list (limit 1%):
None of the ingredients is listed

SECTION 16 : Other information

This product has been classified in accordance with hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the
SDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations.Note:. The responsibility to
provide a safe workplace remains with the user.The user should consider the health hazards and safety information
contained herein as a guide and should take those precautions required in an individual operation to instruct
employees and develop work practice procedures for a safe work environment.The information contained herein is,
to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate.However, since the conditions of handling and use are beyond
our control, we make no guarantee of results, and assume no liability for damages incurred by the use of this
material.It is the responsibility of the user to comply with all applicable laws and regulations applicable to this
material.
GHS Full Text Phrases:

Abbreviations and acronyms:

IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
PNEC: Predicted No-Effect Concentration (REACH)
CFR: Code of Federal Regulations (USA)
SARA: Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (USA)
RCRA: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (USA)
TSCA: Toxic Substances Control Act (USA)

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NPRI: National Pollutant Release Inventory (Canada)

DOT: US Department of Transportation
IATA: International Air Transport Association
GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
NFPA: National Fire Protection Association (USA)
HMIS: Hazardous Materials Identification System (USA)
WHMIS: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (Canada)
DNEL: Derived No-Effect Level (REACH)

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Last updated : 03.19.2015

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