Potassium Permanganate MSDS
Potassium Permanganate MSDS
Potassium Permanganate MSDS
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Harmful if swallowed. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
CLASSIFICATION O;R8 Xn;R22 N;R50/53
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
4 FIRST-AID MEASURES
INHALATION
Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention.
INGESTION
Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water (200-300 ml). Get medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if any discomfort
continues.
EYE CONTACT
Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses and open eyes wide apart. Get
medical attention immediately. Continue to rinse.
5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water.
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SPECIFIC HAZARDS
By heating and fire, corrosive vapours/gases may be formed.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE
Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Follow precautions for safe handling described in this safety data sheet. Avoid inhalation of dust and vapours. Avoid contact
with skin and eyes. Provide adequate ventilation.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
Spillages or uncontrolled discharges into watercourses must be IMMEDIATELY alerted to the Environmental Agency or other
appropriate regulatory body.
SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS
Remove spillage with vacuum cleaner. If not possible, collect spillage with shovel, broom or the like. Flush contaminated area
with plenty of water. Collect spillage in containers, seal securely and deliver for disposal according to local regulations.
USAGE PRECAUTIONS
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Avoid
inhalation of high concentrations of dust. Provide good ventilation.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Keep containers tightly closed. Keep in original container. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame.
STORAGE CLASS
Oxidiser storage.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
If ventilation is insufficient, suitable respiratory protection must be provided.
HAND PROTECTION
Rubber gloves are recommended.
EYE PROTECTION
Wear approved safety goggles.
OTHER PROTECTION
Wear rubber apron. Wear rubber footwear.
APPEARANCE Solid
COLOUR Dark Purple
ODOUR Odourless
SOLUBILITY Soluble in water.
RELATIVE DENSITY 2.7 20
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10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY
Stable under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition. Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERISATION
Will not polymerise.
MATERIALS TO AVOID
Strong acids. Strong oxidising substances.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY
The product components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the possibility
that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.
LC 50, 96 Hrs, FISH mg/l 1.8
MOBILITY
The product is soluble in water.
BIOACCUMULATION
The product does not contain any substances expected to be bioaccumulating.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Waste to be treated as controlled waste. Disposal to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with local Waste Disposal Authority.
Do not puncture or incinerate even when empty.
DISPOSAL METHODS
Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE
PROPER SHIPPING NAME POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE
UN NO. ROAD 1490 UK ROAD PACK GR. II
ADR CLASS NO. 5.1 ADR CLASS Class 5.1: Oxidising
substances.
ADR PACK GROUP II HAZARD No. (ADR) 50
ADR LABEL NO. 5.1 HAZCHEM CODE 1Y
CEFIC TEC(R) NO. 51GO2-I+II+III RID CLASS NO. 5.1
RID PACK GROUP II UN NO. SEA 1490
IMDG CLASS 5.1 IMDG PACK GR. II
EMS F-H, S-Q MFAG See Guide
MARINE POLLUTANT No. UN NO. AIR 1490
AIR CLASS 5.1 AIR PACK GR. II
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING
16 OTHER INFORMATION