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Safety Data Sheet
acc. to OSHA HCS
Version: 2
04/16/2015
Reviewed on 04/16/2015
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Product name:
Potassium Formate 75%
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Classification system:
· NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4)
(Contd. of page 1)
Health = 0
Fire = 1
0 0
Reactivity = 0
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HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4)
HEALTH
FIRE
0
Health = 0
1 Fire = 1
REACTIVITY 0
Reactivity = 0
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Other hazards
· Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
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PBT: No.
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vPvB: No.
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3 Composition/information on ingredients
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Chemical characterization: Mixtures Yes.
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Chemical components:
590-29-4
potassium formate
60-75%
7732-18-5
water
25-40%
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4 First-aid measures
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Description of first aid measures
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After inhalation: First aid measures not required, but get fresh air for personal comfort.
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After skin contact: Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
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After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
· After swallowing:
Rinse mouth with water.
If a large quantity has been ingested or you feel unwell, get medical advice/attention.
· Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
No further relevant information available.
· Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No further relevant information available.
5 Fire-fighting measures
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Extinguishing media
· Suitable extinguishing agents:
Water
Foam
Carbon dioxide
Fire-extinguishing powder
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For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water with full jet
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Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture No further relevant information available.
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38.0.4