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EFFECTIVE DATE

2014-03-21

PICTOGRAMS

Northern Michigan University
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Potassium Carbonate_CAS:584-08-7_1762

Warning 2014-03-21

Hazard Statements

Hazard class: Acute toxicity, oral (Category 4). Harmful if swallowed (H302). Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product (P270). Hazard class: Skin and serious eye damage, corrosion or irritation (Category 2, 2A). Causes skin and serious eye irritation (H315+H319). Hazard class: Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation (Category 3). May cause respiratory irritation (H335). Avoid breathing dust or fumes (P261).

Precautionary Statements

If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention (P308+P313). If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air in a position comfortable for breathing (P304+P340). If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338). If eye irritation persists eyes: Get medical advice or attention (P337+P313). If on skin: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes (P351). If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. Nonflammable solid. When heated to decomposition, may emit toxic fumes. In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher. Sweep up, place in sealed bag or container and dispose. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information. Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Inorganic #4. Store with hydroxides, oxides, silicates and carbonates. Hygroscopic. Store in a cool, dry place within a Flinn Chem-Saf™ bag. Keep container tightly closed (P233). Use only in a hood or well-ventilated area (P271). Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection (P280). Wash hands thoroughly after handling (P264). Use only in a hood or well-ventilated area (P271).

Manufacturer information

Name

FLINN SCIENTIFIC

Phone

(800) 452-1261

Address

P.O. Box 219
Batavia, IL 60510

PICTOGRAMS

Northern Michigan University
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