Potassium Iodide - LabChem Inc

1 Potassium Iodide Safety Data Sheet according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations Date of issue: 11/21/1998 Revision date: 02/13/2018 Supersedes: 07/11/2013 Version: 02/13/2018 EN (English US) Page 1 SECTION 1: Identification Identification Product form : Substance Substance name : Potassium Iodide CAS-No. : 7681-11-0 Product code : LC19690 Formula : KI Recommended use and restrictions on use Use of the substance/mixture : For laboratory and manufacturing use only.

2 Recommended use : Laboratory chemicals Restrictions on use : Not for food, drug or household use Supplier LabChem Inc Jackson's Pointe Commerce Park Building 1000, 1010 Jackson's Pointe Court Zelienople, PA 16063 - USA T 412-826-5230 - F 724-473-0647 - Emergency telephone number Emergency number : CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 or 011-703-527-3887 SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification Classification of the substance or mixture GHS-US classification Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Acute Hazard Category 2 H401 Toxic to aquatic life Full text of H statements : see section 16 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements GHS-US labeling Hazard statements (GHS-US) : H401 - Toxic to aquatic life Precautionary statements (GHS-US) : P273 - Avoid release to the environment.

3 P501 - Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations Other hazards which do not result in classification Other hazards not contributing to the classification : None. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US) Not applicable SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients Substances Substance type : Mono-constituent Name Product identifier % GHS-US classification Potassium Iodide (Main constituent) (CAS-No.) 7681-11-0 100 Aquatic Acute 2, H401 Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16 Mixtures Not applicable SECTION 4: First-aid measures Description of first aid measures First-aid measures general : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

4 If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Potassium Iodide Safety Data Sheet according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations 02/13/2018 EN (English US) 2/6 First-aid measures after inhalation : Allow victim to breathe fresh air. Allow the victim to rest. First-aid measures after skin contact : Remove affected clothing and wash all exposed skin area with mild soap and water, followed by warm water rinse. First-aid measures after eye contact : IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.

5 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain emergency medical attention. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed) Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Causes eye irritation. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary Obtain medical assistance. SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media : Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide.

6 Water spray. Sand. Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream. Specific hazards arising from the chemical Fire hazard : Not flammable. Explosion hazard : Not applicable. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters Firefighting instructions : Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Prevent fire-fighting water from entering environment. Protection during firefighting : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

7 SECTION 6: Accidental release measures Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures For non-emergency personnel Protective equipment : Safety glasses. Gloves. Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel. For emergency responders Protective equipment : Equip cleanup crew with proper protection. Emergency procedures : Ventilate area. Environmental precautions Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if liquid enters sewers or public waters. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Methods for cleaning up : On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.

8 Minimize generation of dust. Store away from other materials. Reference to other sections See Heading 8. Exposure controls and personal protection. SECTION 7: Handling and storage Precautions for safe handling Precautions for safe 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. Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage conditions : Keep container closed when not in use.

9 Incompatible products : metals. Strong reducing agents. Incompatible materials : Heat sources. Direct sunlight. Moisture. Potassium Iodide Safety Data Sheet according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations 02/13/2018 EN (English US) 3/6 SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection Control parameters Potassium Iodide (7681-11-0) ACGIH ACGIH TWA (ppm) ppm Inhalable fraction Appropriate engineering controls Appropriate engineering controls : Emergency eye wash fountains should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.

10 Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Individual protection measures/Personal protective equipment Personal protective equipment: Gloves. Safety glasses. Hand protection: Wear protective gloves. Eye protection: Chemical goggles or safety glasses Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection not required in normal conditions Other information: Do not eat, drink or smoke during use. SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state : Solid Color : Colorless Odor : characteristic Odor threshold : No data available pH : No data available pH solution : 5 (6 - ) % Melting point : 680 C Freezing point : No data available Boiling point : 1330 C Flash point : No data available Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) : No data available Flammability (solid, gas) : Non flammable.