Potassium Permagnate 1 Gram Capsule

Chemical Name

Concentration

CAS Number

EC Number

R Phrases*

Symbols 

Potassium Permanganate

99-100%

7722-64-7

231-760-3

50/5

Xn.

Physical hazards

Not Classified

Health hazards

Not Classified

Environmental Hazards

Aquatic Chronic 2 - H411

Potential Acute Health Effects

Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). Possibly corrosive to eyes and skin. The amount of tissue damage depends on length of contact. Eye contact can result in corneal damage or blindness. Skin contact can produce inflammation and blistering. Inhalation of dust will produce irritation to gastro-intestinal or respiratory tract, characterized by burning, sneezing and coughing. Severe over-exposure can produce lung damage, choking, unconsciousness or death. Prolonged exposure may result in skin burns and ulcerations. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory irritation.

Potential Chronic Health Effects

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance may be toxic to kidneys, liver, skin, central nervous system (CNS). Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated exposure of the eyes to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated skin exposure can produce local
skin destruction, or dermatitis. Repeated inhalation of dust can produce varying degree of respiratory irritation or lung damage.

Contact with skin

In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.

Contact with eyes

Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.

General

Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.

Personal Precautions

Wear protective clothing as per section 8.

Environmental Precautions

Avoid discharge into drains or watercourses or onto the ground. Contain spillage with sand,earth or other suitable non-combustible material. The product contains substances which are water-soluble and may spread in water systems. The product contains volatile substances which may spread in the atmosphere

Immediate Actions

Shut off source of leak if safe to do so.

Small Spill

Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.

Large Spill 

Oxidizing material. Corrosive solid. Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container. Avoid contact with a combustible material (wood, paper, oil, clothing...). Keep substance damp using water spray. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.

Handling

Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep away from combustible material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as organic materials, metals, acids.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Separate from acids, alkalies, reducing agents and combustibles. See NFPA 43A, Code for the Storage of Liquid and Solid Oxidizers.

Engineering Control

Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.

Personal Protection

Splash goggles. Synthetic apron. Vapor and dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.

Personal Protection in case of Large Spill

Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor and dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.

Exposure Limits

Routes of Entry

Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals

Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 1090 mg/kg [Rat]. Lowest Published Lethal Dose: LDL[Woman] - Route: Oral; Dose: 100 mg/kgLDL[Human] - Route: Oral; Dose: 143 mg/kg.

Chronic Effects on Humans

MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. May cause damage to the following organs: kidneys, liver, skin,central nervous system (CNS).

Other Toxic Effects on Humans

Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (corrosive), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator).

 Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals

Not available.

Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans

May  cause adverse reproductive effects (Male and Female fertility) based on animal data. May affect genetic material (mutagenetic) based on animal data.

Ecotoxicity

Not available

Mobility

Completely soluble in water

BOD5 and COD

Not available

Products of Biodegradation

Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise. Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.

Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation

Not available

Disposal considerations

Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.

Federal and State Regulations

Connecticut carcinogen reporting list.: Potassium permanganate Illinois toxic substances disclosure to employee act: Potassium permanganate Illinois chemical safety act: Potassium permanganate New York release reporting list: Potassium permanganate Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Potassium permanganate Pennsylvania RTK: Potassium permanganate Massachusetts RTK: Potassium permanganate Massachusetts spill list: Potassium permanganate New Jersey: Potassium permanganate New Jersey spill list: Potassium permanganate Louisiana spill reporting: Potassium permanganate California Director's list of Hazardous Substances: Potassium permanganate

Other Regulations

OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada):
CLASS C: Oxidizing material. CLASS E: Corrosive solid.
DSCL (EEC): R8- Contact with combustible material may cause fire. R22- Harmful if swallowed. R50/53- Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. S60- This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. S61- Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets. 

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: j

National Fire Protection Association

Health: 1
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard: NA

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