1.  Hazardous ingredients

Material or mixtures : Potassium Hydroxide 10% and 40% (cas # 1310-58-3)

Oral (LD50) 10%: 2730 mg/Kg (rat)

Oral (LD50) 40%: 683 mg/Kg (rat)

2. Physical data

Boiling point : 99,9  ̊C

Vapor pressure : not available

Vapor density : not available

Solubility in water : complete

Appearance : liquid, colorless and clear

pH at 25  ̊ C : > 8,50

Specific gravity : 2,05

% volatile/volume : not available

Evaporation rate : 0,36

Odor : odorless

3. Fire and explosion hazard data

Flash point : not applicable

Ignition temperature : not applicable

Extinguishing media : not applicable

Special fire fighting procedures : wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing

4. Health hazard data and protection information

Effects of overexposure : not available

Carcinogenicity : not identified

Eyes contact and skin contact: burns, irritations. Wear rubber gloves, apron and safety goggles. Wash thoroughly with plenty running water at least 15 minutes. Call a physician

Inhalation: Ensure good ventilation, may be irritating to mucous membranes and respiratory tracts.

Ingestion : may be fatal. Call a physician promptly

5. Reactivity data

Stability : stable

Incompatible materials : highly reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, organic materials, metals, acids

Hazardous decomposition products : H₂

Hazardous polymerisation : not applicable

6. Spill, leak  and precautions procedures

Preventives measures: wipe up with damp sponge and rinse with plenty of water. Prevent seepage into sewage system. If necessary, neutralize with a dilute solution of acetic acid

Waste disposal method: hazardous waste. Follow all local environmental disposal regulation

7. Special protection information

Handling and storing: follow standard control. Store in cool place between 15-30  ̊C. Keep container tightly closed

The above information is correct but do not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used as a guide. QUÉBACT shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact with the above product.