SAFETY DATA SHEET POTASSIUM CARBONATE …

1 SAFETY data SHEETM1252 - ANSI - EN_____POTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS ALL GRADES)_____SDS No.: M1252 SDS Revision Date: 03-Jul-2017_____SECTION 1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANYIDENTIFICATION_____Company Identification:Armand Products Company469 North Harrison StreetPrinceton, NJ 08543-529724 Hour Emergency TelephoneNumber:1-800-733-3665 or 1-972-404-3228 (USA); CANUTEC (Canada): 1-613-996-6666;CHEMTREC (within USA and Canada): 1-800-424-9300; CHEMTREC (outsideUSA and Canada): +1 703-527-3887; CHEMTREC Contract No: CCN16186To Request an or 1-972-404-3245 Customer Service:1-800-522-0540 or 1-609-683-5900 Product Identifier: POTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS ALL GRADES)Trade Name: POTASSIUM CARBONATE Extra Fine; POTASSIUM CARBONATE Glass; PotassiumCarbonate Dense Granular; POTASSIUM CARBONATE Fine; POTASSIUM CarbonateFood Grade; POTASSIUM CARBONATE Extra Fine Food GradeSynonyms:Pearlash; Potash.

2 PotCarbProduct Use:Glass Production, Photographic, Detergents / soaps, Fertilizer *, Rubber products,Pharmaceuticals, POTASSIUM Silicates, Food processing, Gas Treatment,Agricultural Chemicals, Cement, Catalysts, Food AdditiveUses Advised Against:None identifiedNote:*Check with national and local regulatory agencies to determine status of use in afertilizer 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION_____Print date: 03-Jul-2017 1 of 14M1252 - ANSI - ENPOTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS ALL GRADES)_____SDS No.: M1252 SDS Revision Date: 03-Jul-2017 OSHA REGULATORY STATUS: This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard CommunicationStandard (29 CFR ).**EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:Color:WhitePhysical State:SolidAppearance:Free-flowing, Granular powderOdor:OdorlessSignal Word:WARNING MAJOR HEALTH HAZARDS: CAUSES SERIOUS EYE IRRITATION. CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION. MAY CAUSERESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION.

3 HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. MAY BE HARMFUL IF TOXICITY: HARMFUL TO AQUATIC LIFE. May increase pH of waterways and adversely affect STATEMENTS: Avoid breathing dust, mist, or spray. Wash skin and contaminated clothingthoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye, and face protection. Use only outdoors orin a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid release to the HAZARD INFORMATION: POTASSIUM CARBONATE will dissolve in water forming liquid potassiumcarbonate, which is an irritating and corrosive material. Liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE is corrosive to aluminum.**_____GHS CLASSIFICATION:GHS: CONTACT HAZARD - SKIN:Category 2 - Causes skin irritationGHS: CONTACT HAZARD - EYE:Category 2A - Causes serious eye irritationGHS: ACUTE TOXICITY - ORAL:Category 4 - Harmful if swallowedGHS: TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLEEXPOSURE):Category 3 - May cause respiratory tract irritationHAZARDOUS TO AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT - ACUTEHAZARD:Category 3 - Harmful to aquatic lifeGHS SYMBOL: Exclamation markGHS SIGNAL WORD: WARNING _____Print date: 03-Jul-2017 2 of 14M1252 - ANSI - ENPOTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS ALL GRADES)_____SDS No.

4 : M1252 SDS Revision Date: 03-Jul-2017 GHS HAZARD STATEMENTS:GHS - Health Hazard Statement(s) Causes serious eye irritation Causes skin irritation Harmful if swallowed May cause respiratory irritationGHS - Environmental Hazard Statement(s) Harmful to aquatic lifeGHS - Precautionary Statement(s) - Prevention Avoid breathing dust Wash skin and contaminated clothing thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye, and face protection Avoid release to the environmentGHS - Precautionary Statement(s) - Response IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER OR LICENSED HEALTH CARE PROVIDER (LHCP) if you feel unwell Rinse mouth if ingested IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER OR LICENSED HEALTH CARE PROVIDER (LHCP) if you feel unwell IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.

5 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attentionGHS - Precautionary Statement(s) - Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in a secure mannerGHS - Precautionary Statement(s) - Disposal Dispose of contents and container in accordance with applicable local, regional, national, and/or internationalregulationsHazards Not Otherwise Classified (HNOC)None KnownPhysical Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE is corrosive to aluminumHealth Hazards Not Otherwise Classified POTASSIUM CARBONATE will dissolve in water forming liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE , which is an irritating and corrosivematerialAdditional Hazard InformationPotassium CARBONATE will dissolve in water forming liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE , which is an irritating and corrosivematerial. Liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE is corrosive to aluminum_____Print date: 03-Jul-2017 3 of 14 See Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONM1252 - ANSI - ENPOTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS ALL GRADES)_____SDS No.

6 : M1252 SDS Revision Date: 03-Jul-2017_____SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS_____Synonym(s) for Product: Pearlash; Potash; PotCarbComponentPercent [%]CAS NumberPotassium 4. FIRST AID MEASURES_____INHALATION: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Calla POISON CENTER OF LICENSED HEALTH CARE PROVIDER (LHCP) if you feel CONTACT: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. IFSKIN IRRITATION OCCURS: GET MEDICAL CONTACT: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if presentand easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical : IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER OR LICENSED HEALTH CARE PROVIDER (LHCP) if youfeel unwell. Rinse mouth if Important Symptoms/Effects (Acute and Delayed): Acute Symptoms/Effects:Inhalation (Breathing): Respiratory Irritation: Upper airway irritation, may cause cough, redness of mouth andupper : Skin Irritation: Exposure to skin may cause redness, or : Eye Irritation: Exposure to eyes may cause severe irritation and redness to the eye lids, conjunctiva.

7 Thereis potential for permanent and severe eye damage if not treated (Swallowing): Gastrointestinal System Effects: Slightly toxic on ingestion. May be severely irritating togastrointestinal tract possibly causing oral, esophageal, glottis redness, irritation, ulceration, edema, and stomachand intestinal irritation and burns. Ingestion of large quantities may cause ulceration, vomiting, shock, and Symptoms/Effects:- Repeated or prolonged contact may result in dermatitisInteraction with Other Chemicals Which Enhance Toxicity: None Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: May aggravate preexisting conditions, such as: eye disorders thatdecrease tear production or have reduced integrity of the eye; skin disorders that compromise the integrity of the date: 03-Jul-2017 4 of 14 Protection of First-Aiders: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe dust. At minimum, treating personnelshould utilize PPE sufficient for prevention of bloodborne pathogen - ANSI - ENPOTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS ALL GRADES)_____SDS No.

8 : M1252 SDS Revision Date: 03-Jul-2017 Notes to Physician: Treatment is based upon symptomatic and supportive 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES_____Fire Hazard: Negligible fire Media: Use extinguishing medium as appropriate for surrounding fireFire Fighting: Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Avoid inhalation of material or combustionby-products. Stay upwind and keep out of low Combustion Products: Oxides of carbon, POTASSIUM oxidesSensitivity to Mechanical Impact: Not to Static Discharge: Not Flammability Level (air):Not flammableUpper Flammability Level (air):Not flammableFlash point:Not flammableAuto-ignition Temperature:No information availablePhysical Hazards Not Otherwise Classified- Liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE is corrosive to aluminum_____SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES_____Personal Precautions:Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing dust.

9 Avoid dust formation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wearappropriate personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8, Exposure Controls / Personal Protection, ofthe Precautions:This material is harmful to aquatic life. Keep out of water supplies and sewers. Releases should be reported, ifrequired, to appropriate and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up:Shovel dry material into suitable container. Flush spill area with water, if Disaster Prevention Measures:_____Print date: 03-Jul-2017 5 of 14 POTASSIUM CARBONATE will dissolve in water forming liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE , which is an irritating and corrosivematerial. Liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE is corrosive to - ANSI - ENPOTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS ALL GRADES)_____SDS No.: M1252 SDS Revision Date: 03-Jul-2017_____SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE_____Precautions for Safe Handling:Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

10 Avoid creation of dust. Avoid breathing dust. When using, do not eat, drink orsmoke. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not reuse containers. Use only in well-ventilated Storage Conditions:Store and handle in accordance with all current regulations and standards. Keep container tightly closed and properlylabeled. Granular material is slightly hygroscopic; ground material is very hygroscopic. Store in a cool, dry area. Keepseparated from incompatible substances (see below or Section 10 of the SAFETY data SHEET ).Incompatibilities/ Materials to Avoid:Acids, Lime, Prolonged contact with aluminum, brass , bronze, copper, lead, tin, zinc or other alkali sensitive metals oralloysAdditional Information: POTASSIUM CARBONATE will dissolve in water forming liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE , which is anirritating and corrosive material. Liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE is corrosive to Hazards Not Otherwise Classified- Liquid POTASSIUM CARBONATE is corrosive to aluminum_____SECTION 8.