Potassium Chloride Powder Packets* MSDS for active ingredient of Potassium Chloride, USP/FCC Granular Description A purified grade of granular potassium chloride refined by vacuum crystallization to meet United States Pharmacopeia and Food Chemicals Codex Standards. The crystals are cubical in form, white to crystalline in appearance and are odorless.     USP/FCC Limits Typical --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Identification     Potassium To pass test Passes Chloride To pass test Passes Acidity of Alkalinity To pass test Passes Loss on drying(%) 1.0 < 0.05 Iodide or Bromide To pass test Passes Arsenic (ppm) 3 < 3 Calcium/Magnesium To pass test Passes Heavy metals as Pb 10 < 10 Sodium (ppm) To pass test Passes **Assay (%KCl, DWB) 99.0-100.5% 100.0% ------------------------------------------------------------------- *Typical 20 ppm sodium **By Chloride Ion Analysis Packaging 250 lb net weight fiber drum with inner tied moisture-resistant paper liner with 2 clay desiccant bags between liner and drum. Unit Dimensions Gross Wt. D x H Cube (lb) 262 (in) 17x30.75 (cu. ft.) 4.0 Palletized Units** Gross Wt.* Cube* 5 (lb) 1380 (cu. ft.) 40 *Included standard 48" x 40" wood pallet. **Drums are banded together on pallet. Physical Properties Bulk Density g/ml ------------ ----- Pour (loose) 1.07 Tapped (compacted) 1.19 Screen analysis within 90% of confidence is: U.S.S Mesh Opening Microns* Percent Retained** Typical Range 20 840 Tr. < 1 30 690 3 1-12 40 420 35 20-45 50 300 45 30-58 70 210 14 2-25 Pan - 3 Tr.-6 *25,500 microns (micrometers) per inch. **On individual screens. Commodity Code 1389 Producing Plant Grand Saline. Tx. Storage Product highly susceptible to caking after the container has been opened. Store in a dry environment, relatively free of air movement. HEALTH HAZARD DATA ------------------------------------------------------------------ Oral Toxicity: Does not meet toxicity Criteria under OSHA 1910,1200 Hazard Communication, Appendix A parts 3.& 6. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Dermal Toxicity: Not toxic to the skin ------------------------------------------------------------------ Eye: Not toxic to the eye ------------------------------------------------------------------ Inhalation: Not toxic through inhalation ------------------------------------------------------------------ Chronic Toxicity: No application information found ------------------------------------------------------------------ Mutagenesis: Negative for Mutagenicity in Salmonella assay in FY 1983. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Effects of Overexposure:     Ingestion: 1. Disagreeable taste 2. Nausea and Vomiting   Skin Contact: 1. Irritation 2. Inflammation 3. Small ulcerations   Eye Contact: 1. Mechanical irritation 2. Watering of eyes 3. Inflammation of conjunctivas   Inhalation: 1. Slight irritation of nose 2. Sneezing   Acute Systemic Effects: Ingestion of large amounts can cause G.I. irritation, purging, weakness, and circulatory disturbances.   Chronic Systemic Effects: No application information found. ------------------------------------------------------------------- EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES ------------------------------------------------------------------- Eye Contact: 1. Wash the affected eye or eyes under slowly running water for 15 minutes or longer making sure that the victim's eyelids are held wide apart and he moves his eyes slowly in every direction. 2. Make sure that no solid particles remain in the creases of the eye; if they do, continue to wash the eye. 3. If the pain persists, refer the victim to an ophthalmologist. Skin Contact: 1. Remove the victim from the source of contamination. 2. Remove clothing from the affected area. 3. Wash affected area under the shower. 4. Rinse carefully. 5. If the skin is inflamed or painful, refer the victim to a physician. Inhalation: 1. Make the victim blow his nose to remove the dust but discourage him from sniffing. 2. If there is any doubt about the victim's condition send or escort him to the infirmary, first-air room, or hospital. Ingestion: 1. Make the victim vomit by having him stick his finger down his throat or tickling his uvula with the handle of a spoon. 2. Afterwards give him as much milk or water as he wants. ------------------------------------------------------------------ REACTIVITY DATA ------------------------------------------------------------------ Stability: stable Conditions to Avoid: ------------------------------------------------------------------ Incompatibility: (Materials to Avoid) Bromine Trifluoride (BrF3) ------------------------------------------------------------------ Can Hazardous Polymerization Occur:No ------------------------------------------------------------------ Hazardous Deomposition Products and Conditions: No applicable information found ------------------------------------------------------------------ SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES ------------------------------------------------------------------ Response to Small Spills: No special requirements ------------------------------------------------------------------ Response to Large Spills: No special requirements ------------------------------------------------------------------ Hazards to be Avoided: None known ------------------------------------------------------------------ Reportable Quantity: Check your State for requirements ------------------------------------------------------------------ Waste Classification: Some States have set maximum limits on Chlorides in waste effluent. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Disposal Methods: Dilution is the only practical method to meet requirements. ------------------------------------------------------------------ SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION ------------------------------------------------------------------ Respiratory Protection: No special equipment ------------------------------------------------------------------ For Hands, Body: Wear impervious clothing Wear Gloves ------------------------------------------------------------------ For Eyes: Wear Faceshield (8 inch minimum) ------------------------------------------------------------------ Ventilation: None required ------------------------------------------------------------------ Other Precautions: Transport in dry equipment. Storage should be in dry location. ------------------------------------------------------------------ LABELING INFORMATION ------------------------------------------------------------------ DOT Shipping Name: Potassium chloride DOT Label: Not applicable UN No.: Not applicable ------------------------------------------------------------------ Other Contents of Product Label: Not applicable ------------------------------------------------------------------ WARNING: None ------------------------------------------------------------------ USERS RESPONSIBILITY ------------------------------------------------------------------ The responsibility to provide a safe workplace remains with a user. The user should consider the health hazards and safety information contained herein as a guide and should take those precautions required in an individual operation to instruct employees and develop work practice procedures for a safe work environment. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer of Liability The information contained herein is, to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate. However, since the conditions of handling and use are beyond our control, we make no guarantee of results, and assume no liability for damages incurred by use of this material. It is the responsibility of the user to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as a recommendation for use in violation of any patents or of applicable laws or regulations. ------------------------------------------------------------------