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 Aluminum Solution
Safety Data Sheet
according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Date of issue: 12/20/2016 Revision date: 05/11/2017 Version: 7.1

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form : Mixture
Product name : Aluminum Solution
Product code : 196A
1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use
No additional information available
1.3. Supplier
Geno Technology, Inc./ G-Biosciences
9800 Page Avenue
Saint Louis, 63132-1429 - United States
T 800-628-7730 - F 314-991-1504
technical@GBiosciences.com - www.GBiosciences.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300 (USA/Canada), +1-703-527-3887 (Intl)

SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS US classification
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Full text of H statements : see section 16

2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

GHS US labeling
Hazard pictograms (GHS US) :

Signal word (GHS US) : Warning

Hazard statements (GHS US) : H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements (GHS US) : P264 - Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling.
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P337+P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
2.3. Other hazards which do not result in classification
No additional information available
2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)
Not applicable

SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Not applicable
3.2. Mixtures

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Name Common Name (Synonyms) Product identifier % GHS US classification

aluminium sulfate, octadecahydrate aluminium sulfate (Al2(SO4)3) (CAS-No.) 7784-31-8 10 - 50 Eye Irrit. 2, H319
hydrate (1:18) / aluminium sulfate
(Al2(SO4)3) octadecahydrate /
aluminium sulfate
ocatadecahydrate / aluminium
sulfate octadecahydrate
(Al2(SO4)3),18 H2O / aluminium
sulphate ocatadecahydrate /
aluminium sulphate,
octadecahydrate / aluminum
sesquisulfate octadecahydrate /
aluminum sulfate octadecahydrate
/ aluminum sulphate
ocatadecahydrate / aluminum
trisulfate octadecahydrate / cake
alum octadecahydrate /
dialuminum sulfate
octadecahydrate / dialuminum
trisulfate octadecahydrate / sulfuric
acid, aluminumsalt (3:2),
octadecahydrate

Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16

SECTION 4: First-aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Wash skin with plenty of water.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Call a poison center/doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed)
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Eye irritation.
4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary
Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Water spray. Dry powder. Foam. Carbon dioxide.
5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical
No additional information available
5.3. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Self-contained breathing
apparatus. Complete protective clothing.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Ventilate spillage area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

6.1.2. For emergency responders

Protective equipment : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. For further information
refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection".
6.2. Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Take up liquid spill into absorbent material.
Other information : Dispose of materials or solid residues at an authorized site.
6.4. Reference to other sections
For further information refer to section 13.

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SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear personal
protective equipment.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Always wash hands after handling the
product.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
Aluminum Solution
No additional information available
aluminium sulfate, octadecahydrate (7784-31-8)
No additional information available

8.2. Appropriate engineering controls

Appropriate engineering controls : Ensure good ventilation of the work station.
Environmental exposure controls : Avoid release to the environment.

8.3. Individual protection measures/Personal protective equipment

Hand protection:
Protective gloves

Eye protection:
Safety glasses

Skin and body protection:

Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection:
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Liquid
Color : No data available
Odor : No data available
Odor threshold : No data available
pH : No data available
Melting point : Not applicable
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : No data available
Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : Not applicable.
Vapor pressure : No data available
Relative vapor density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative density : No data available
Solubility : No data available
Log Pow : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available

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Viscosity, kinematic : No data available

Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosion limits : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidizing properties : No data available

9.2. Other information

No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
The product is non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.
10.2. Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
None under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7).
10.5. Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity (oral) : Not classified
Acute toxicity (dermal) : Not classified
Acute toxicity (inhalation) : Not classified

aluminium sulfate, octadecahydrate (7784-31-8)

LD50 oral rat > 9000 mg/kg (Rat, Literature study, Oral)
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye irritation.
Respiratory or skin sensitization : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified

Reproductive toxicity : Not classified

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure : Not classified

Specific target organ toxicity – repeated : Not classified

exposure

Aspiration hazard : Not classified

Viscosity, kinematic : No data available

Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Eye irritation.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - general : The product is not considered harmful to aquatic organisms or to cause long-term adverse
effects in the environment.

aluminium sulfate, octadecahydrate (7784-31-8)

LC50 fish 1 214.6 - 228.5 mg/l (OECD 203: Fish, Acute Toxicity Test, 96 h, Pimephales promelas, Flow-
through system, Fresh water, Experimental value, Anhydrous form)

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12.2. Persistence and degradability

aluminium sulfate, octadecahydrate (7784-31-8)
Persistence and degradability Biodegradability: not applicable.
Chemical oxygen demand (COD) Not applicable
ThOD Not applicable
BOD (% of ThOD) Not applicable

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

aluminium sulfate, octadecahydrate (7784-31-8)
BCF fish 1 76 - 190 (OECD 305: Bioconcentration: Flow-Through Fish Test, 60 day(s), Salmo salar, Flow-
through system, Fresh water, Experimental value, Anhydrous form)
Bioaccumulative potential Low potential for bioaccumulation (BCF < 500).

12.4. Mobility in soil

aluminium sulfate, octadecahydrate (7784-31-8)
Ecology - soil No (test)data on mobility of the substance available.

12.5. Other adverse effects

No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Disposal methods
Waste treatment methods : Waste treatment methods.

SECTION 14: Transport information

Department of Transportation (DOT)
In accordance with DOT

Not applicable

Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Not applicable

Transport by sea

Not applicable

Air transport

Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal regulations
No additional information available

15.2. International regulations

CANADA

aluminium sulfate, octadecahydrate (7784-31-8)

Not listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)/NDSL (Non-Domestic Substances List)
EU-Regulations

National regulations
No additional information available

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15.3. US State regulations

SECTION 16: Other information

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Revision date : 05/11/2017

Full text of H-phrases:

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

SDS US (GHS HazCom 2012)

This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as
guaranteeing any specific property of the product.

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 Precipitating Agent
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Date of issue: 12/20/2016 Revision date: 05/11/2017 Version: 7.1

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form : Mixture
Product name : Precipitating Agent
CAS-No. : 1310-58-3
Product code : 335P
Formula : KOH
Synonyms : caustic potash / caustic potash liquor,2%≤conc<5%,aqueous solutions / caustic potash, in
aqueous solution; potassium-lye- / caustic potash, solid / lye,2%≤conc<5%,aqueous solutions /
potash liquor,2%≤conc<5%,aqueous solutions / potash lye,2%≤conc<5% /
potassa,2%≤conc<5%,aqueous solutions / potassium hydrate,2%≤conc<5%,aqueous solutions
/ potassium hydroxide, in aqueous solution / potassium hydroxide, solid / potassium
hydroxide,electrolytic,lye,2%≤conc<5%,aqueous solutions
BIG No : 20747
1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use
Use of the substance/mixture : Chemical intermediate
Laboratory chemical
1.3. Supplier
Geno Technology, Inc./ G-Biosciences
9800 Page Avenue
Saint Louis, 63132-1429 - United States
T 800-628-7730 - F 314-991-1504
technical@GBiosciences.com - www.GBiosciences.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300 (USA/Canada), +1-703-527-3887 (Intl)

SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS US classification
Acute toxicity (oral) Category 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Full text of H statements : see section 16

2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

GHS US labeling
Hazard pictograms (GHS US) :

Signal word (GHS US) : Danger

Hazard statements (GHS US) : H302 - Harmful if swallowed
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements (GHS US) : P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264 - Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling.
P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+P312 - If swallowed: Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell
P301+P330+P331 - If swallowed: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P303+P361+P353 - If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse
skin with water/shower
P304+P340 - If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 - Immediately call a poison center or doctor
P321 - Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instruction on this label)
P330 - Rinse mouth.

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P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

P405 - Store locked up.
P501 - Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in
accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation
2.3. Other hazards which do not result in classification
No additional information available
2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)
Not applicable

SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Not applicable
3.2. Mixtures

This mixture does not contain any substances to be mentioned according to the criteria of section 3.2 of HazCom 2012

SECTION 4: First-aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures general : Check the vital functions. Unconscious: maintain adequate airway and respiration. Respiratory
arrest: artificial respiration or oxygen. Cardiac arrest: perform resuscitation. Victim conscious
with laboured breathing: half-seated. Victim in shock: on his back with legs slightly raised.
Vomiting: prevent asphyxia/aspiration pneumonia. Prevent cooling by covering the victim (no
warming up). Keep watching the victim. Give psychological aid. Keep the victim calm, avoid
physical strain. Depending on the victim's condition: doctor/hospital.
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove the victim into fresh air. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Wash immediately with lots of water (15 minutes)/shower. Do not apply (chemical) neutralizing
agents. Remove clothing while washing. Do not remove clothing if it sticks to the skin. Cover
wounds with sterile bandage. Consult a doctor/medical service. If burned surface > 10%: take
victim to hospital.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and
easy to do. Continue rinsing. Do not apply neutralizing agents. Take victim to an
ophthalmologist.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth with water. Immediately after ingestion: give lots of water to drink. Do not induce
vomiting. Do not give activated charcoal. Call Poison Information Centre
(www.big.be/antigif.htm). Immediately consult a doctor/medical service. Take the
container/vomit to the doctor/hospital. Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital. Do
not give chemical antidote.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed)
Potential Adverse human health effects and : Causes severe skin burns. Causes serious eye damage.
symptoms
Symptoms/effects after inhalation : EXPOSURE TO HIGH CONCENTRATIONS: Dry/sore throat. Respiratory difficulties. Possible
inflammation of the respiratory tract. Possible laryngeal spasm/oedema. Risk of pneumonia.
FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS MAY APPEAR LATER: Risk of lung oedema.
Symptoms/effects after skin contact : Caustic burns/corrosion of the skin.
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Corrosion of the eye tissue.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion : Abdominal pain. Difficulty in swallowing. Burns to the gastric/intestinal mucosa. Possible
esophageal perforation. FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS MAY APPEAR LATER: Bleeding of the
gastrointestinal tract. Blood in vomit. Blood in stool.
4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary
Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Adapt extinguishing media to the environment for surrounding fires.
5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Fire hazard : DIRECT FIRE HAZARD: Non combustible. INDIRECT FIRE HAZARD: Reactions involving a
fire hazard: see "Reactivity Hazard".
Explosion hazard : INDIRECT EXPLOSION HAZARD: Reactions with explosion hazards: see "Reactivity Hazard".

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5.3. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters

Precautionary measures fire : Exposure to fire/heat: keep upwind. Exposure to fire/heat: consider evacuation. Exposure to
fire/heat: have neighbourhood close doors and windows.
Firefighting instructions : Cool tanks/drums with water spray/remove them into safety. Take account of toxic fire-fighting
water. Use water moderately and if possible collect or contain it.
Protection during firefighting : Heat/fire exposure: compressed air/oxygen apparatus.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Protective equipment : Gloves. Face-shield. Corrosion-proof suit. Large spills/in enclosed spaces: compressed air
apparatus. Large spills/in enclosed spaces: gas-tight suit.
Emergency procedures : Mark the danger area. No naked flames. Wash contaminated clothes. Large spills/in confined
spaces: consider evacuation. In case of hazardous reactions: keep upwind. In case of reactivity
hazard: consider evacuation.

6.1.2. For emergency responders

Protective equipment : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. For further information
refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection".
6.2. Environmental precautions
Prevent soil and water pollution. Prevent spreading in sewers.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
For containment : Contain released product, pump into suitable containers. Plug the leak, cut off the supply. Dam
up the liquid spill. Hazardous reaction: measure explosive gas-air mixture. Reaction: dilute
combustible gas/vapour with water curtain. Take account of toxic/corrosive precipitation water.
Heat exposure: dilute toxic gas/vapour with water spray.
Methods for cleaning up : Damaged/cooled tanks must be emptied. Take up liquid spill into absorbent material, e.g.:
sand/earth or powdered limestone. Scoop absorbed substance into closing containers.
Carefully collect the spill/leftovers. Clean contaminated surfaces with an excess of water.
Neutralize small quantities of the liquid spill with sodium bisulfite. Wash away neutralized
product with plentiful water. Take collected spill to manufacturer/competent authority. Wash
clothing and equipment after handling.
Other information : Dispose of materials or solid residues at an authorized site.
6.4. Reference to other sections
For further information refer to section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Keep away from naked flames/heat. Measure the concentration in the air regularly. Carry
operations in the open/under local exhaust/ventilation or with respiratory protection. Comply
with the legal requirements. Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Clean contaminated
clothing. Use corrosionproof equipment. Thoroughly clean/dry the installation before use. Do
not discharge the waste into the drain. Keep container tightly closed.
Hygiene measures : Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Always wash hands after handling the product.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions : Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Storage temperature : 20 °C
Heat-ignition : KEEP SUBSTANCE AWAY FROM: heat sources.
Information on mixed storage : KEEP SUBSTANCE AWAY FROM: oxidizing agents. (strong) acids. halogens. organic
materials.
Storage area : Keep container in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up. Provide for a tub to collect spills.
Unauthorized persons are not admitted. Meet the legal requirements.
Special rules on packaging : SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: closing. corrosion-proof. clean. correctly labelled. meet the legal
requirements. Secure fragile packagings in solid containers.
Packaging materials : SUITABLE MATERIAL: iron. glass. synthetic material. MATERIAL TO AVOID: lead. aluminium.
copper. tin. zinc. bronze.

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SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
Precipitating Agent (1310-58-3)
No additional information available

8.2. Appropriate engineering controls

Appropriate engineering controls : Ensure good ventilation of the work station.
Environmental exposure controls : Avoid release to the environment.

8.3. Individual protection measures/Personal protective equipment

Materials for protective clothing:

GIVE EXCELLENT RESISTANCE: butyl rubber. natural rubber. neoprene. nitrile rubber. PVC. GIVE GOOD RESISTANCE: chloroprene rubber.
chlorosulfonated polyethylene. tetrafluoroethylene. polyethylene/ethylenevinylalcohol. GIVE POOR RESISTANCE: leather. natural fibres. PVA

Hand protection:
Gloves

Eye protection:
Face shield

Skin and body protection:

Corrosion-proof clothing

Respiratory protection:
High gas/vapour concentration: full face mask

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Liquid
Appearance : Liquid.
Color : Colourless to light yellow
Odor : Odourless
Odor threshold : No data available
pH : 14 (5 %)
Melting point : Not applicable
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : Not applicable.
Vapor pressure : No data available
Relative vapor density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative density : 1.02 - 1.04
Specific gravity / density : 1016 - 1042 kg/m³
Molecular mass : 56.11 g/mol
Solubility : Soluble in water.
Water: complete
Log Pow : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : Not applicable
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosion limits : No data available

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Explosive properties : No data available

Oxidizing properties : No data available
9.2. Other information
SADT : Not applicable
VOC content : 0%
Other properties : Physical properties depending on the concentration. Basic reaction.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Reacts with many compounds e.g.: with (some) acids.
10.2. Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
None under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7).
10.5. Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity (oral) : Harmful if swallowed.
Acute toxicity (dermal) : Not classified
Acute toxicity (inhalation) : Not classified
ATE US (oral) 500 mg/kg body weight
Skin corrosion/irritation : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
pH: 14 (5 %)
Serious eye damage/irritation : Eye damage, category 1, implicit
pH: 14 (5 %)
Respiratory or skin sensitization : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure : Not classified

Specific target organ toxicity – repeated : Not classified
exposure
Aspiration hazard : Not classified
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available

Potential Adverse human health effects and : Causes severe skin burns. Causes serious eye damage.
symptoms
Symptoms/effects after inhalation : EXPOSURE TO HIGH CONCENTRATIONS: Dry/sore throat. Respiratory difficulties. Possible
inflammation of the respiratory tract. Possible laryngeal spasm/oedema. Risk of pneumonia.
FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS MAY APPEAR LATER: Risk of lung oedema.
Symptoms/effects after skin contact : Caustic burns/corrosion of the skin.
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Corrosion of the eye tissue.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion : Abdominal pain. Difficulty in swallowing. Burns to the gastric/intestinal mucosa. Possible
esophageal perforation. FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS MAY APPEAR LATER: Bleeding of the
gastrointestinal tract. Blood in vomit. Blood in stool.

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SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - general : Before neutralisation, the product may represent a danger to aquatic organisms.
Ecology - air : Not classified as dangerous for the ozone layer (Regulation (EC) No 1005/2009).
Ecology - water : Slightly harmful to aquatic organisms. Slightly harmful to fishes. Groundwater pollutant. Mild
water pollutant (surface water). Insufficient data available on ecotoxicity. pH shift.
Precipitating Agent (1310-58-3)
LC50 fish 1 100 - 1000 mg/l (96 h, Pisces)

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Precipitating Agent (1310-58-3)
Persistence and degradability Biodegradability: not applicable.
Chemical oxygen demand (COD) Not applicable
ThOD Not applicable
BOD (% of ThOD) Not applicable

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Precipitating Agent (1310-58-3)
Bioaccumulative potential Not bioaccumulative.

12.4. Mobility in soil

Precipitating Agent (1310-58-3)
Ecology - soil No (test)data on mobility of the components available.

12.5. Other adverse effects

No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Disposal methods
Waste treatment methods : Waste treatment methods.
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Remove waste in accordance with local and/or national regulations. Hazardous waste shall not
be mixed together with other waste. Different types of hazardous waste shall not be mixed
together if this may entail a risk of pollution or create problems for the further management of
the waste. Hazardous waste shall be managed responsibly. All entities that store, transport or
handle hazardous waste shall take the necessary measures to prevent risks of pollution or
damage to people or animals. Remove for physico-chemical/biological treatment.
Additional information : Hazardous waste according to Directive 2008/98/EC, as amended by Regulation (EU) No
1357/2014 and Regulation (EU) No 2017/997.

SECTION 14: Transport information

Department of Transportation (DOT)
In accordance with DOT

Transport document description : UN1814 Potassium hydroxide, solution, 8, III

UN-No.(DOT) : UN1814
Proper Shipping Name (DOT) : Potassium hydroxide, solution
Class (DOT) : 8 - Class 8 - Corrosive material 49 CFR 173.136
Packing group (DOT) : III - Minor Danger
Hazard labels (DOT) : 8 - Corrosive

DOT Packaging Non Bulk (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 203

DOT Packaging Bulk (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 241

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DOT Special Provisions (49 CFR 172.102) : IB3 - Authorized IBCs: Metal (31A, 31B and 31N); Rigid plastics (31H1 and 31H2); Composite
(31HZ1 and 31HA2, 31HB2, 31HN2, 31HD2 and 31HH2). Additional Requirement: Only liquids
with a vapor pressure less than or equal to 110 kPa at 50 C (1.1 bar at 122 F), or 130 kPa at 55
C (1.3 bar at 131 F) are authorized, except for UN2672 (also see Special Provision IP8 in Table
2 for UN2672).
T4 - 2.65 178.274(d)(2) Normal............. 178.275(d)(3)
TP1 - The maximum degree of filling must not exceed the degree of filling determined by the
following: Degree of filling = 97 / 1 + a (tr - tf) Where: tr is the maximum mean bulk temperature
during transport, and tf is the temperature in degrees celsius of the liquid during filling.
DOT Packaging Exceptions (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 154
DOT Quantity Limitations Passenger aircraft/rail : 5L
(49 CFR 173.27)
DOT Quantity Limitations Cargo aircraft only (49 : 60 L
CFR 175.75)
DOT Vessel Stowage Location : A - The material may be stowed ‘‘on deck’’ or ‘‘under deck’’ on a cargo vessel and on a
passenger vessel.
DOT Vessel Stowage Other : 52 - Stow ‘‘separated from’’ acids
Emergency Response Guide (ERG) Number : 154
Other information : No supplementary information available.

Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Not applicable

Transport by sea

Transport document description (IMDG) : UN 1814 POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION, 8, III

UN-No. (IMDG) : 1814
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION
Class (IMDG) : 8 - Corrosive substances
Packing group (IMDG) : III - substances presenting low danger
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 5L
EmS-No. (1) : F-A
EmS-No. (2) : S-B

Air transport

Transport document description (IATA) : UN 1814 Potassium hydroxide solution, 8, III

UN-No. (IATA) : 1814
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : Potassium hydroxide solution
Class (IATA) : 8 - Corrosives
Packing group (IATA) : III - Minor Danger

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal regulations
Precipitating Agent (1310-58-3)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Not subject to reporting requirements of the United States SARA Section 313
CERCLA RQ 1000 lb

15.2. International regulations

CANADA

Precipitating Agent (1310-58-3)

Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)
EU-Regulations

National regulations
No additional information available
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Safety Data Sheet
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15.3. US State regulations

SECTION 16: Other information

according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations

Revision date : 05/11/2017

Full text of H-phrases:

H302 Harmful if swallowed
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
NFPA health hazard : 3 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause
serious or permanent injury.
NFPA fire hazard : 0 - Materials that will not burn under typical fire conditions,
including intrinsically noncombustible materials such as
concrete, stone, and sand.
NFPA reactivity : 1 - Materials that in themselves are normally stable but can
become unstable at elevated temperatures and pressures.

SDS US (GHS HazCom 2012)

This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as
guaranteeing any specific property of the product.

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