Potassium Hydroxide, 0.1N (0.1M) in Methanol Safety Data Sheet according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations Date of issue: 10/21/1997 Revision date: 02/06/2018 Supersedes: 07/23/2015 Version: 1.3 SECTION 1: Identification 1.1. Identification Product form : Mixtures Product name : Potassium Hydroxide, 0.1N (0.1M) in Methanol Product code : LC19500 1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use Use of the substance/mixture : For laboratory and manufacturing use only. Recommended use : Laboratory chemicals Restrictions on use : Not for food, drug or household use 1.3. 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 [email protected] - www.labchem.com 1.4. Emergency telephone number Emergency number : CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 or 011-703-527-3887 SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture GHS-US classification Flammable liquids H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation H315 Causes skin irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye H319 Causes serious eye irritation irritation Category 2A Specific target organ H370 Causes damage to organs (central nervous system, optic nerve, liver, kidneys) (Dermal, oral) toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Full text of H statements : see section 16 2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements GHS-US labeling Hazard pictograms (GHS-US) : GHS02 GHS07 GHS08 Signal word (GHS-US) : Danger Hazard statements (GHS-US) : H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapour H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H370 - Causes damage to organs (central nervous system, optic nerve, liver, kidneys) (Dermal, oral) Precautionary statements (GHS-US) : P210 - Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. - No smoking. P233 - Keep container tightly closed. P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting equipment P242 - Use only non-sparking tools. P243 - Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260 - Do not breathe mist, vapors, spray. P264 - Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection. P303+P361+P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. 02/06/2018 EN (English US) Page 1 Potassium Hydroxide, 0.1N (0.1M) in Methanol Safety Data Sheet according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P307+P311 - If exposed: Call a poison center/doctor P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P332+P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P370+P378 - In case of fire: Use carbon dioxide (CO2), powder, alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish P403+P235 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 - Store locked up. P501 - Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations 2.3. Other hazards which do not result in classification Other hazards not contributing to the : None. classification 2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US) Not applicable SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients 3.1. Substances Not applicable 3.2. Mixtures Name Product identifier % GHS -US classification Methanol (CAS-No.) 67-56-1 99.4 Flam. Liq. 2, H225 Acute Tox. 3 (Oral), H301 Acute Tox. 3 (Dermal), H311 Acute Tox. 3 (Inhalation), H331 STOT SE 1, H370 Potassium Hydroxide (CAS-No.) 1310-58-3 0.6 Acute Tox. 4 (Oral), H302 Skin Corr. 1A, H314 Aquatic Acute 3, H402 Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16 SECTION 4: First-aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures First-aid measures general : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. First-aid measures after skin contact : Rinse skin with water/shower. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician. Wash with plenty of soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain emergency medical attention. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician. 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed) Symptoms/effects : Causes damage to organs (optic nerve, central nervous system, kidneys, liver) (Dermal). Symptoms/effects after inhalation : May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Symptoms/effects after skin contact : Repeated exposure to this material can result in absorption through skin causing significant health hazard. Toxic in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation. Symptoms/effects after ingestion : Toxic if swallowed. Swallowing a small quantity of this material will result in serious health hazard. Chronic symptoms : Cracking of the skin. Visual disturbances. Impairment of the nervous system. 4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary Obtain medical assistance. SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures 5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media : Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand. Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream. 02/06/2018 EN (English US) 2/9 Potassium Hydroxide, 0.1N (0.1M) in Methanol Safety Data Sheet according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations 5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical Fire hazard : Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Explosion hazard : May form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture. 5.3. 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. SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures General measures : Remove ignition sources. Use special care to avoid static electric charges. No naked lights. No smoking. 6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel Protective equipment : Gloves. Safety glasses. Protective clothing. Face-shield. Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel. 6.1.2. For emergency responders Protective equipment : Equip cleanup crew with proper protection. Avoid breathing mist, spray. Emergency procedures : Ventilate area. 6.2. Environmental precautions Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if liquid enters sewers or public waters. 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Methods for cleaning up : Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible. Collect spillage. Store away from other materials. 6.4. Reference to other sections See Heading 8. Exposure controls and personal protection. SECTION 7: Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Additional hazards when processed : Handle empty containers with care because residual vapors are flammable. 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. No naked lights. No smoking. Use only non-sparking tools. Do not breathe mist, vapors, spray. Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Technical measures : Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/… equipment. Storage conditions : Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : Heat sources, incompatible materials. Keep in fireproof place. Keep container tightly closed. Incompatible products : Strong bases. Strong acids. Incompatible materials : Sources of ignition. Direct sunlight. Heat sources. SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters Potassium Hydroxide (1310 -58 -3) ACGIH ACGIH Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ (Potassium hydroxide; USA; Momentary value; TLV - Adopted Value) NIOSH NIOSH REL (ceiling) (ppm) 2 ppm Methanol (67 -56 -1) ACGIH ACGIH TWA (ppm) 200 ppm (Methanol; USA; Time-weighted average exposure limit 8 h; TLV - Adopted Value) 02/06/2018 EN (English