Material Safety Data Sheet

Material Name: Potassium Hydroxide

ID: C1-133

* * * Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification * * *

Part Number: Technical, Industrial, and Food Grade
Chemical Name: Potassium Hydroxide, flake and briquette
Product Use: For Commercial Use
Synonyms: Caustic potash, Potassium hydrate, Lye, Potassa, Hydroxyde de potassium, Potash.
Supplier Information
Chem One Ltd.
Phone: (713) 896-9966
14140 Westfair East Drive
Fax: (713) 896-7540
Houston, Texas 77041-1104
Emergency # (800) 424-9300 or (703) 527-3887
General Comments: FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY; NOT TO BE USED AS A PESTICIDE.
NOTE: Emergency telephone numbers are to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill, leak, fire,
exposure, or accident involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be directed to customer service.

* * * Section 2 - Composition / Information on Ingredients * * *

CAS #
1310-58-3

Component
Potassium Hydroxide

Percent
> 90

Component Information/Information on Non-Hazardous Components

This product is considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication).

* * * Section 3 - Hazards Identification * * *

Emergency Overview
Potassium Hydroxide is a white, odorless solid available in pellet, flake, lump, briquette or stick form. Corrosive -- causes severe skin and
eye irritation and burns. May cause blindness in severe cases. Causes respiratory tract irritation or burns. May be fatal if swallowed.
Keep material dry. When the solid form of product contacts moisture or water, enough heat may be generated to ignite combustible
materials. Keep separate from acids, metals, explosives, organic peroxides, and easily ignitable materials. When heated to decomposition,
potassium hydroxide emits toxic fumes of potassium oxide. Contact with common metals in the presence of moisture can result in
production of flammable hydrogen gas. Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self contained breathing apparatus.
Hazard Statements
DANGER! CORROSIVE. MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED. CAUSES SEVERE IRRITATION AND BURNS OF RESPIRATORY
SYSTEM, EYES AND SKIN. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe dusts or mists of solutions. Do not touch or
handle briquettes with bare hands! Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container tightly closed. Use only with adequate ventilation.
Do not leave briquettes unattended and exposed to the air, as they can absorb moisture and are corrosive. When moist, generation of heat
can lead to burns when handling and create a potential fire hazard.
Potential Health Effects: Eyes
Corrosive to eyes. Potassium hydroxide is a severe eye irritant, and contact with eye may cause redness, intense pain, and tearing. In
severe cases, conjunctival edema and destruction of cornea may occur, which may result in permanent damage to the eye. Blindness is
possible in severe cases, especially in strong solution.
Potential Health Effects: Skin
Corrosive to skin. Potassium hydroxide is a severe skin irritant, and contact with the skin can cause effects ranging from irritation to burns
with deep and painful lesions. Burns may not be immediately painful -- onset of pain may take minutes to hours, however, damage begins
immediately. Chronic contact with dilute solutions of potassium hydroxide can cause dermatitis.
Potential Health Effects: Ingestion
May be fatal if swallowed. When ingested, potassium hydroxide can cause severe pain, bloody diarrhea, cardiovascular collapse, shock,
and death. Esophageal stricture can occur up to several years later. Cicatricial cancer may develop in the esophagus at the site of scarring
15 to 20 years following ingestion.
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation
Inhalation can cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract. Symptoms include sneezing, sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath, and
lesions of the nasal septum. Inhalation of large amounts of dust may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx
and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
HMIS Ratings: Health Hazard: 3* Fire Hazard: 0 Physical Hazard: 1
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard

* * * Section 4 - First Aid Measures * * *

First Aid: Eyes
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 20 minutes. Administer anesthetic eye drops after one minute
of flushing if victim suffers from spasms to the eyes, in order to facilitate irrigation. Seek immediate medical attention. In the event of a
severe overexposure, victim should consult with an ophthalmologist.

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First Aid: Skin
If contact with skin should occur, flush contaminated area with water for at least 20 minutes and get immediate medical attention.
First Aid: Ingestion
If the material is swallowed, get immediate medical attention or advice. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Rinse mouth with water to
decontaminate the oral mucosa. If no respiratory compromise is present, dilute immediately with 4 to 8 ounces of milk or water. Never
give anything by mouth to a victim who is unconscious or having convulsions. If victim vomits naturally, position head lower than chest
area so that aspiration into the lungs cannot occur. Contact a physician or poison control center immediately.

First Aid: Inhalation

Remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Do not use
mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask
equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Get
immediate medical attention.
First Aid: Notes to Physician
Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically. For dermal decontamination, prolonged irrigation may be required in
severe cases, occasionally up to 12 to 24 hours. Compresses of neutral phosphate buffer may be applied after irrigation is complete. For
eye exposures, irrigate with sterile saline for at least an hour until all particulate matter is removed and the eye fluid has returned to
neutrality. It may take 48 to 72 hours after the burn to assess the degree of ocular damage. The basis of such an evaluation is the degree of
corneal opacification and perilimbal whitening.

* * * Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures * * *

Flash Point: Does not burn
Method Used: Not applicable
Upper Flammable Limit (UEL): Not applicable
Lower Flammable Limit (LEL): Not applicable
Auto Ignition: Not applicable
Flammability Classification: Not applicable
Rate of Burning: Not applicable
General Fire Hazards
Not combustible. However, when the solid form contacts moisture or water, enough heat may be generated to ignite combustible materials.
When wet, attacks metals such as aluminum, tin, lead, and zinc to produce flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.
Hazardous Combustion Products
When heated to decomposition, potassium hydroxide emits toxic fumes of potassium oxide.
Extinguishing Media
Use any media suitable for the surrounding fires. Water can be used to extinguish fire as long as the water is used in flooding amounts and
care is taken to not spatter or splash the potassium hydroxide. The use of water in fires involving Potassium Hydroxide should only be
done if fire-fighters are specifically trained in the procedure. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers closed.
Fire Fighting Equipment/Instructions
Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance. Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing
apparatus. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may be corrosive and/or toxic and cause pollution. Neutralize waste water with dilute
acetic acid.
NFPA Ratings: Health: 3 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 1 Other: Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe

* * * Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures * * *

Containment Procedures
Stop the flow of material, if this can be done without risk. Contain the discharged material. If sweeping of a contaminated area is
necessary use a dust suppressant agent, which does not react with product (see Section 10 for incompatibility information). Keep water
away from the release.
Evacuation Procedures
Evacuate the area promptly and keep upwind of the spilled material. Isolate the spill area to prevent people from entering. In case of large
spills, follow all facility emergency response procedures.
Clean-Up Procedures
Wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-up. With a clean shovel, carefully place the material into a clean, dry,
labeled waste container, and seal tightly. Neutralize the area of the spill with DILUTE acetic acid. Ventilate the contaminated area.
Thoroughly wash the area after clean-up. Prevent spill rinsate from contamination of storm drains, sewers, soil or groundwater.
Special Procedures
Remove and dispose of soiled clothing. Avoid skin or eye contact and inhalation of dusts or mists during cleanup of spills.

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* * * Section 7 - Handling and Storage * * *

Handling Procedures

All employees who handle this material should be trained to handle it safely. Do not breathe dust. Avoid all contact with skin and
eyes. Use this product only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use caution when preparing solutions as
large amounts of heat and very corrosive fumes may evolve. Do not touch or handle briquettes with bare hands! Keep container
tightly closed. Do not leave briquettes unattended and exposed to the air, as they can absorb moisture and are corrosive. When
moist, generation of heat can lead to burns when handling and create a potential fire hazard.
Storage Procedures
Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store containers in a cool, dry location, away from direct sunlight, sources of intense heat, or
where freezing is possible. Material should be stored in secondary containers or in a diked area, as appropriate. Store containers away from
incompatible chemicals (see Section 10, Stability and Reactivity). Storage areas should be made of fire-resistant materials. Post warning and
NO SMOKING signs in storage and use areas, as appropriate. Use corrosion-resistant structural materials, lighting, and ventilation systems in
the storage area. Floors should be sealed to prevent absorption of this material. Inspect all incoming containers before storage, to ensure
containers are properly labeled and not damaged. Have appropriate extinguishing equipment in the storage area (i.e., sprinkler system, portable
fire extinguishers).
Empty containers may contain residual particulates, which are corrosive; therefore, empty containers should be handled with care. Do not cut,
grind, weld, or drill near this container. Never store food, feed, or drinking water in containers which held this product. Keep this material
away from food, drink and animal feed. Do not store this material in open or unlabeled containers. Limit quantity of material stored.
Potassium Hydroxide rapidly absorbs moisture and carbon dioxide from the air and deliquesces. Do not store this material in open or
unlabeled containers. Keep separate from acids, metals, explosives, organic peroxides, and easily ignitable materials. Keep material dry.
Potassium Hydroxide can cause corrosion and destruction of polyester materials, including polyester thread sometimes used to sew bulk
bags for chemicals. The use of polyester materials should be avoided for containers, including bags, of Potassium Hydroxide.

* * * Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection * * *

Exposure Guidelines
A: General Product Information
Follow the applicable exposure limits.
B: Component Exposure Limits
Potassium Hydroxide (1310-58-3)
ACGIH: 2 mg/m3 (ceiling) STEL
OSHA: 2 mg/m3 (ceiling) [1989 vacated OSHA PEL]
NIOSH: 2 mg/m3 TWA
Engineering Controls
Use mechanical ventilation such as dilution and local exhaust. Use a corrosion-resistant ventilation system and exhaust directly to the
outside. Supply ample air replacement.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

The following information on appropriate Personal Protective Equipment is provided to assist employers in complying with OSHA
regulations found in 29 CFR Subpart I (beginning at 1910.132) or equivalent Standards of Canada. Please reference applicable
regulations and standards for relevant details.
Personal Protective Equipment: Eyes/Face
Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) and a face shield, if this material is made into solution. If necessary, refer to U.S.

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133.

Personal Protective Equipment: Skin
Wear impervious gloves, shoes, aprons, and coveralls to prevent any skin contact with this product. Recommended gloves include butyl
rubber, natural rubber, neoprene, nitrile rubber, and polyvinyl chloride gloves. Gloves should be tested to determine their suitability for
prolonged contact with this material. If necessary, refer to U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.138.
Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory

If respiratory protection is needed, use only protection authorized in the U.S. Federal OSHA Standard (29 CFR 1910.134), applicable
U.S. State regulations. Oxygen levels below 19.5% are considered IDLH by OSHA. In such atmospheres, use of a full-facepiece
pressure/demand SCBA or a full facepiece, supplied air respirator with auxiliary self-contained air supply is required under OSHAs
Respiratory Protection Standard (1910.134-1998). If airborne concentrations are above the applicable exposure limits, use NIOSHapproved respiratory protection. If airborne concentrations are above the applicable exposure limits, use acid/gas cartridge respirator or
other NIOSH-approved respiratory protection.

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* * * Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection (Continued) * * *

Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory (Continued)
The following NIOSH Guidelines for Sodium Hydroxide (a related compound, with similar respiratory hazards), are presented for further
guidance in respiratory protection selection:
Respiratory Equipment
Concentration
Up to 10 mg/m3: Supplied Air Respirator (SAR) operated in continuous-flow mode, or full-facepiece respirator with a high-efficiency
particulate filter(s), or powered air-purifying respirator with dust and mist filter(s), or full-facepiece SCBA, or full
facepiece SAR.
Emergency or Planned Entry into Unknown Concentrations or IDLH Conditions: Positive pressure, full-facepiece SCBA, or positive
pressure, full-facepiece SCBA with an auxiliary positive pressure SCBA.
Escape:
Full-facepiece respirator with high-efficiency particulate filters(s), or escape-type SCBA.
Personal Protective Equipment: General
Have eyewash and safety showers located in work area. Discard or launder any contaminated clothing before reuse.

* * * Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Properties * * *

Physical Properties: Additional Information
The data provided in this section are to be used for product safety handling purposes. Please refer to Product Data Sheets, Certificates
of Conformity or Certificates of Analysis for chemical and physical data for determinations of quality and for formulation purposes.
Appearance: White or colorless
Odor: Odorless
Physical State: Pellets, flakes, lumps or sticks
pH: 13.5 (0.1 Molar aqueous solution)
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @ 719 deg C
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Boiling Point: 2408 deg F (1320 deg C) @ 760 mm Hg
Melting Point: 680 deg F (360 deg C)[varies with water content]
Solubility (H2O): Freely soluble in water
Specific Gravity: 2.044 @ 20 deg C (water = 1)
Freezing Point: Not available
Particle Size: Not available
Softening Point: Not available
Bulk Density: 55 lbs/cft
Molecular Weight: 56.10
Chemical KOH
Formula:

* * * Section 10 - Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information * * *

Chemical Stability
Stable under standard pressure and temperature. Potassium Hydroxide rapidly absorbs water and carbon dioxide from the air to
form potassium carbonate.
Conditions to Avoid
Avoid contact with water, organic peroxides, easily ignitable materials, and any other incompatible materials listed below. Above
84 Celsius it reacts with reducing sugars to form poisonous carbon monoxide gas. Heat is generated if potassium hydroxide comes
in contact with water and carbon dioxide from the air.
Incompatibility
Potassium Hydroxide will react violently, yielding heat and pressure, with strong acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, nitroaromic,
nitroparaffin and organohalogen compounds and organic peroxides. Potassium Hydroxide will react violently with water,
generating significant heat and will cause dangerous spattering of a corrosive solution. Potassium Hydroxide will violently
polymerize with acetaldehyde, acrolein or acrylonitrile. Potassium Hydroxide will produce flammable and explosive hydrogen gas
in reaction with sodium tetrahydroborate or metals, such as tin, aluminum or zinc. Potassium Hydroxide will product spontaneously
flammable phosphine gas if it reacts with phosphorous. Potassium Hydroxide can form spontaneously flammable chemicals upon
contact with 1,2-Dichloroethylene, trichloroethylene or tetrachloroethane. Potassium will react explosively with bromoform +
crown ethers, chlorine dioxide, maleic anhydride, nitrogen trichloride, nitrobenzene, nitromethane, nitrogen trichloride, peroxidized
tetrahydrofuran, 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene, n-nitrosomethylurea and tetrahydrofuran. Potassium Hydroxide can produce carbon
monoxide upon contact with solutions of sugars, such as fructose, lactose and maltose. Reaction with ammonium
hexachloroplatinate (2-) + heat forms a heat-sensitive explosive product. Violent reaction or ignition under the appropriate
conditions with acids, acrolein, acrylonitrile, alcohols, p-bis (1,3-dibromoethyl)benzene, cyclopentadiene, germanium, halogenated
hydrocarbons, hyponitrous acid, maleic anhydride, nitroalkanes, 2-nitrophenol, potassium peroxodisulphate, sugars; 2,2,3,3tetrafluopropropanol; thorium dicarbide. Potassium persulfate plus a small amount of Potassium Hydroxide and water can ignite
polythene (polyethylene) liner of a container by simultaneous release of heat and oxygen. Potassium Hydroxide can cause liquid chlorine
dioxide to explode. Reactions between n-nitrosomethylurea and Potassium Hydroxide in n-butyl ether can result in an explosion due to
formation of diazomethane.

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* * * Section 10 - Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information (Continued) * * *

Incompatibility (continued)
When moist chlorine was passed over calcium carbide and Potassium Hydroxide, a solution of 58% dichloracetylene was collected in ether.
This solution can burn spontaneously and generate toxic phosgene. Alkali and other alkaline earth compounds such as Potassium
Hydroxide, will cause explosive decomposition of maleic anhydride. The nitroparaffins such as nitroethane, nitromethane or nitropropane,
in presence of water, form salts with inorganic bases such as Potassium Hydroxide; the resulting dry salts are explosive. Nitrogen
trichloride explodes on contact with concentrating Potassium Hydroxide. Using Potassium Hydroxide to dry impure tetrahydrofuran, which
can contain peroxides, is hazardous, serious explosions can occur. When heated, trichloroethylene and Potassium Hydroxide form
explosive mixtures of dichloroacetylene. Potassium Hydroxide can cause corrosion and destruction of polyester materials, including

polyester thread sometimes used to sew bulk bags for chemicals. The use of polyester materials should be avoided for containers,
including bags, of Potassium Hydroxide.
Hazardous Decomposition
When heated to decomposition, potassium hydroxide emits toxic fumes of potassium oxide. Will absorb moisture and carbon
dioxide from the air to form hazardous potassium carbonate.
Hazardous Polymerization
Potassium Hydroxide will violently polymerize with acetaldehyde, acrolein or acrylonitrile.

* * * Section 11 - Toxicological Information * * *

Acute and Chronic Toxicity
A: General Product Information
Potassium hydroxide is corrosive to all tissues. It is a severe eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritant, and can burn any tissue with
which it comes in contact. Contact with eye may cause redness, intense pain, and tearing. In severe cases, conjunctival edema and
destruction of cornea may occur, which may result in permanent damage to the eye. Potassium hydroxide is a severe skin irritant,
and contact with the skin can cause effects ranging from irritation to burns with deep and painful lesions. Burns may not be
immediately painful. The onset of pain after contact may take minutes to hours; however, damage begins immediately. Alkalies
penetrate the skin slowly, and the extent of damage depends on the duration of contact. When ingested, potassium hydroxide can
cause severe pain, bloody diarrhea, cardiovascular collapse, and death. Esophageal stricture can occur up to several years later.
Cicatricial cancer may develop in the esophagus at the site of scarring 15 to 20 years following ingestion as a secondary effect of
physical injury. Inhalation can cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract. Symptoms include sneezing, sore throat, coughing,
shortness of breath, and lesions of the nasal septum. However, there appears to be no loss of pulmonary function with chronic
inhalation exposure. Inhalation of large amounts of dust may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx
and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Chronic: Long term skin overexposure to this product may lead to
dermatitis and eczema. Prolonged or repeated eye contact may cause conjunctivitis and possibly corneal abnormalities.
B: Component Analysis - LD50/LC50
Potassium Hydroxide (1310-58-3)
LD50 (Oral-Rat) 273 mg/kg; LD50 (Oral-Rat) 365 mg/kg; LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) 1260 mg/kg;
Carcinogenicity
A: General Product Information
Cancer may develop 15 to 20 years later in the esophagus at the site of scarring from acute ingestion as a secondary effect of injury.
Potassium hydroxide is not regarded as a human carcinogen. Potassium hydroxide caused tumors in mouse skin painting studies
using a 3 to 6 percent solution for 46 weeks. These tumors were also probably due to physical tissue injury.
B: Component Carcinogenicity
None of this product's components are listed by ACGIH, IARC, OSHA, NIOSH, or NTP.
Epidemiology
No information available.
Neurotoxicity
No information available.
Mutagenicity
Potassium hydroxide caused chromosome aberrations in rat ascites tumor cells at a very high dose (greater than the LD50) and in
hamster ovary cells. It also caused formation of spiral structures in human chromosomes. These effects on chromosomes were
probably due to alterations in pH. Tests using potassium hydroxide to produce mutations in E. coli were inconclusive. Tested
positive for in vitro Chinese hamster ovary K1 cells, with metabolic activation.

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Teratogenicity
No information available.
Other Toxicological Information
None.

* * * Section 12 - Ecological Information * * *

Ecotoxicity
A: General Product Information
Expected to be highly toxic to aquatic organisms and ecosystems due to effects on pH.
B: Ecotoxicity
Potassium Hydroxide (1310-58-3)
LC50 (24 hr) mosquito fish: 80.0 mg/L; TLm (mosquito fish) = 80 ppm/ 24 hours/ fresh water
Environmental Fate
Experimental Log P Coefficient value = 0.65

* * * Section 13 - Disposal Considerations * * *

US EPA Waste Number & Descriptions
A: General Product Information
If wastes are generated, EPA hazardous waste numbers D002 for corrosivity and D003 for reactivity may apply. Wastes should be
tested for applicability.
B: Component Waste Numbers
No EPA Waste Numbers are applicable for this product's components.
Disposal Instructions
All wastes must be handled in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. It may be possible to neutralize, and dilute
Potassium Hydroxide in solution. Such material should not be flushed to sewer without prior authorization from local authorities
and required permits (if necessary).

* * * Section 14 Transportation Information Ground * * *

NOTE: The shipping classification information in this section (Section 14) is meant as a guide to the overall classification of the
product. However, transportation classifications may be subject to change with changes in package size. Consult shipper
requirements under 49 CFR, IATA and IMDG to assure regulatory compliance.
US DOT 49 CFR 100-185 Revised July 24, 2009 Information
UN/NA #: UN 1813
Shipping Name: Potassium hydroxide, solid
Hazard Class: 8
Packing Group: II
Required Label(s): 8(Corrosive)
Special Provision: B2, IB2
Packaging: 172.202
RQ Quantity: For a single package less than the RQ of 1,000lb (454 kg), the RQ designation should be not be used.
Additional Shipping Information
Limited Quantity Shipments: Shipments, except for air, need not be marked with the Proper Shipping Name of the contents, but
shall be marked with the UN Number (1813) of the contents, preceded by the letters "UN", placed within a diamond. The width of
the line forming the diamond shall be at least 2 mm; the number shall be at least 6 mm high. The total weight of each outer packaging
cannot exceed 30 kg (66 pounds.) .
Small Quantities for Highway and Rail: The maximum quantity of this material per inner receptacle is limited to 30 g (1 ounce) per
receptacle. The inner receptacles must be securely packed in an inside packaging with cushioning material to prevent movement of
the inner receptacles and packed in a strong outer box with a gross mass not to exceed 29kg (64 pounds). The completed package
must meet the drop test requirements of 173.4(6) (i). The outside of the package must be marked with the statement This package
conforms to 49 CFR 173.4 for domestic highway or rail transport only.
Excepted Quantities: The maximum quantity of this material per inner receptacle is limited to 30 g (1 ounce) per receptacle and the
aggregate quantity of this material per completed package does not exceed 500g (1.1 pounds). The inner receptacles must be securely
packed in an inside packaging with cushioning material to prevent movement in the inner receptacles and packed in a strong outer box
with a gross mass not to exceed 29kg (64 pounds). The completed package must meet a drop test. The requirements are found in
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173.4(6) (i). The package must not be opened or otherwise altered until it is no longer in commerce. For highway or rail transportation
no shipping paper is required. The package must be legibly marked with the following marking:

.NOTE The * must be replaced by the primary hazard class, or when assigned, the division of each of the hazardous materials contained in the
package. The ** must be replaced by the name of the shipper or consignee if not shown elsewhere on the package. The symbol shall be not less than 100 mm (3.9 inches)
x 100 mm (3.9 inches), and must be durable and clearly visible.

De minimis Exceptions: The maximum quantity of this material per inner receptacle is limited to 1g (0.04
ounce) per receptacle and the aggregate quantity of this material per completed package does not exceed 100 g
(0.22 pounds). The inner receptacles must be securely packed in an inside packaging with cushioning material
to prevent movement in the inner receptacles and packed in a strong outer box with a gross mass not to exceed
29kg (64 pounds). The completed package must meet the drop test. The requirements are found in 173.4(6) (i).
The package must not be opened or otherwise altered until it is no longer in commerce and may be transported
by aircraft. If all of the above requirements are met, then this material is not regulated.
* * * Section 14 Transportation Information Air * * *
th

50 Edition International Air Transport Association (IATA):

For Shipments by Air transport: This information applies to air shipments both within the U.S. and for shipments originating in the
U.S., but being shipped to a different country.
UN/NA #: UN 1813
Proper Shipping Name: Potassium hydroxide, solid
Hazard Class: 8
Packaging Group: II
Passenger & Cargo Aircraft Packing Instruction: 814
Passenger & Cargo Aircraft Maximum Net Quantity: 15 kg
Limited Quantity Packing Instruction (Passenger & Cargo Aircraft): Y814
Limited Quantity Maximum Net Quantity (Passenger & Cargo Aircraft): 5 kg
Cargo Aircraft Only Packing Instruction: 816
Cargo Aircraft Only Maximum Net Quantity: 50 kg
Excepted Quantities: E2
Special Provisions: None
ERG Code: 8L
Limited Quantity Shipments: Shipments for air must be marked with the Proper Shipping Name, Potassium hydroxide, solid, and
shall be marked with the UN Number (1813) preceded by the letters "UN", placed within a diamond. The width of the line forming
the diamond shall be at least 2 mm; the number shall be at least 6 mm high. The total weight of each outer packaging cannot exceed
30 kg.
Excepted Quantities: The maximum quantity of this material per inner receptacle is limited to 30 g per receptacle and the aggregate
quantity of this material per completed package does not exceed 500g. The inner receptacles must be securely packed in an
intermediate packaging with cushioning material to prevent movement in the inner receptacles and packed in a strong outer box with a
gross mass not to exceed 29kg. The completed package must meet a drop test. The requirements are found in 2.7.6.1. The package
must not be opened or otherwise altered until it is no longer in commerce. For air transportation no shipping paper is required. The
package must be legibly marked with the following marking:

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.NOTE The * must be replaced by the primary hazard class, or when assigned, the division of each of the hazardous materials contained in
the package. The ** must be replaced by the name of the shipper or consignee if not shown elsewhere on the package. The symbol shall be not less than 100 mm x 100
mm and must be durable and clearly visible.

* * * Section 14 Transportation Information Vessel * * *

Amendment 34-08 International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code
For shipments via marine vessel transport, the following classification information applies.
UN/NA #: UN 1813
Proper Shipping Name: POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
Hazard Class: Class 8
Packing Group: II
Special Provisions: None
Limited Quantities 1kg
Excepted Quantities: E2
Packing Instructions: P002
Provisions: None
IBC Instructions IBC08
IBC Provisions: B2, B4
EmS: F-A, S-B
Stowage and Segregation: Category A. Separated from acids
Limited Quantity Shipments: Shipments need not be marked with the Proper Shipping Name of the contents, but shall be marked
with the UN Number (1813) of the contents, preceded by the letters "UN", placed within a diamond. The width of the line forming
the diamond shall be at least 2 mm; the number shall be at least 6 mm high. The total weight of each outer packaging cannot exceed
30kg.
Excepted Quantities: The maximum quantity of this material per inner receptacle is limited to 30g per receptacle and the aggregate
quantity of this material per completed package does not exceed 500g. Maximum number of packages per Cargo Transport Unit
(CTU) shall not exceed 1,000 packages. The inner receptacles must be securely packed in an intermediate packaging with cushioning
material to prevent movement in the inner receptacles and packed in a strong outer box with a gross mass not to exceed 29 kg. The
completed package must meet a drop test. The requirements are found in 3.5.3.1. Packages must not be opened or otherwise altered
until it is no longer in commerce and a shipping paper is required. The package must be legibly marked with the following marking:

.NOTE The * must be replaced by the primary hazard class, or when assigned, the division of each of the hazardous materials contained in
the package. The ** must be replaced by the name of the shipper or consignee if not shown elsewhere on the package. The symbol shall be not less than 100 mm x 100
mm and must be durable and clearly visible.

* * * Section 15 - Regulatory Information * * *

US Federal Regulations
A: General Product Information
No additional information
B: Component Analysis
This material contains one or more of the following chemicals required to be identified under SARA Section 302 (40 CFR 355
Appendix A), SARA Section 313 (40 CFR 372.65) and/or CERCLA (40 CFR 302.4).
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Material Safety Data Sheet

Material Name: Potassium Hydroxide

ID: C1-133

* * * Section 15 - Regulatory Information (Continued) * * *

SARA 302 (EHS TPQ): There are no specific Threshold Planning Quantities for Potassium Hydroxide. The default Federal MSDS
submission and inventory requirement filing threshold of 10,000 lbs (4,540 kg) therefore applies, per 40 CFR 370.20.
Potassium Hydroxide (1310-58-3)
CERCLA: final RQ = 1000 lb(454 kg)
C: Sara 311/312 Tier II Hazard Ratings:
Component
CAS #
Fire
Reactivity
Pressure
Immediate
Chronic
Hazard
Hazard
Hazard
Health Hazard Health Hazard
Potassium Hydroxide
1310-58-3
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
State Regulations
A: General Product Information
Other state regulations may apply.
B: Component Analysis - State
The following components appear on one or more of the following state hazardous substances lists:
Component
CAS #
CA
FL
MA
MN
NJ
PA
Potassium Hydroxide
1310-58-3
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Other Regulations
A: General Product Information
None.
B: Component Analysis - Inventory
Component
CAS #
TSCA
DSL
EINECS
Potassium Hydroxide
1310-58-3
Yes
Yes
Yes
C: Component Analysis - WHMIS IDL
The following components are identified under the Canadian Hazardous Products Act Ingredient Disclosure List:
Component
CAS #
Minimum Concentration
Potassium Hydroxide
1310-58-3
1% item 1335 (996)
ANSI LABELING (Z129.1): DANGER! CORROSIVE. MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED. CAUSES SEVERE IRRITATION
AND BURNS OF RESPIRATORY SYSTEM, EYES AND SKIN. Do not taste or swallow. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Avoid
breathing dusts or particulates. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear gloves,
goggles, faceshields, suitable body protection, and NIOSH/MSHA-approved respiratory protection, as appropriate. Can be corrosive to
metals. FIRST-AID: In case of contact, immediately flush skin or eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If ingested, do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention. IN CASE
OF FIRE: Use dry chemical, CO2, or alcohol foam. IN CASE OF SPILL: Absorb spill with inert material or neutralizing agent for
bases. Place residue in suitable container. Consult Material Safety Data Sheet for additional information.

* * * Section 16 - Other Information * * *

Other Information
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Material Safety Data Sheet

Material Name: Potassium Hydroxide

ID: C1-133

Key/Legend
EPA = Environmental Protection Agency; TSCA = Toxic Substance Control Act; ACGIH = American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists; IARC = International Agency for Research on Cancer; NIOSH = National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health; NTP = National Toxicology Program; OSHA = Occupational Safety and Health
Administration
Contact: Sue Palmer-Koleman, PhD
Contact Phone: (713) 896-9966
Revision Log
08/23/00 4:42 PM SEP Changed company name, Sect 1 and 16, from Corporation to Ltd.
05/31/01 9:31 AM HDF Checked exposure limits; made changes to Sect 9; overall review, add SARA 311/312 Haz Ratings.
08/20/01 2:20 PM CLJ Changed contact to Sue, non-800 Chemtrec Num.
10/23/01 2:20 PM HDF Added incompatibility statement with polyester in Sect 7 & 10.
11/16/01 1:57 PM SEP In Sect 14, removed RQ from shipping name and modified RQ statement under Additional Info.
07/31/03 15:25 PM HDF Up-graded Section 10 Reactivity Information. Up-Dated entire Section 14 Transportation
Information to include IATA, IMO transport information.
06/22/05 9:38AM SEP Updated IATA Section 14
09/05/06 3:08 PM SEP Updated DOT & IMO Section 14
06/06/08 12:08 PM SEP Added handling warning for briquettes.
10/15/08 9:08 AM DLY Changed Chem One Physical Address, Section 1
09/18/09 MMK Updated Section 14 limited & excepted quantities and exceptions.
This is the end of MSDS # C1-133

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