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EC number: 255-272-5 | CAS number: 41233-93-6
Guidance on Safe Use
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First-aid measures
Description of first aid measures
Pay attention to self-protection.
Remove victims from hazardous area. Immediately remove soiled or soaked clothing and remove it to a safe distance. Keep victim warm, in a
stabilized position and covered.
Do not leave victims unattended.
If the casualty is unconscious: Place the victim in the recovery position.
Inhalation
Potential for exposure by inhalation if dusts or smoke are generated.
Move victims into fresh air.
With labored breathing: Provide with oxygen. Consult a doctor.
If the casualty is not breathing: Perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, notify emergency physician immediately.
Skin contact
Wash off affected area immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
If symptoms persist, consult a physician for treatment.
Eye contact
With eye held open, thoroughly rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes.
Inform emergency physician immediately. (key term: caustic eye burn)
Ingestion
Rinse mouth.
Immediately give large quantities of water to drink.
Inform emergency physician immediately.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Hazards
Strongly irritating to corrosive.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
The initial focus is only on the local action, characterized by quickly progressing deep tissue damage.
Coughing is a symptom of respiratory tract after inhalation of dusts or smoke from caustic solids.
In the eye, caustic dusts or smoke cause, depending on the intensity of exposure, severe irritation, destruction, and ablation of the epithelium of the
conjunctiva and cornea, corneal clouding, edema and ulcerations.
Danger! Possible loss of eyesight!
Superficial irritations and damage up to ulcerations and scarring develop on the skin.
Pay attention to self-protection.
Remove victims from hazardous area. Immediately remove soiled or soaked clothing and remove it to a safe distance. Keep victim warm, in a
stabilized position and covered.
Do not leave victims unattended.
If the casualty is unconscious: Place the victim in the recovery position.
Inhalation
Potential for exposure by inhalation if dusts or smoke are generated.
Move victims into fresh air.
With labored breathing: Provide with oxygen. Consult a doctor.
If the casualty is not breathing: Perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, notify emergency physician immediately.
Skin contact
Wash off affected area immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
If symptoms persist, consult a physician for treatment.
Eye contact
With eye held open, thoroughly rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes.
Inform emergency physician immediately. (key term: caustic eye burn)
Ingestion
Rinse mouth.
Immediately give large quantities of water to drink.
Inform emergency physician immediately.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Hazards
Strongly irritating to corrosive.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
The initial focus is only on the local action, characterized by quickly progressing deep tissue damage.
Coughing is a symptom of respiratory tract after inhalation of dusts or smoke from caustic solids.
In the eye, caustic dusts or smoke cause, depending on the intensity of exposure, severe irritation, destruction, and ablation of the epithelium of the
conjunctiva and cornea, corneal clouding, edema and ulcerations.
Danger! Possible loss of eyesight!
Superficial irritations and damage up to ulcerations and scarring develop on the skin.
Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media: dry sand, dry powder, Alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable extinguishing media: water, foam, CO2, water spray, high volume water jet, Halons
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Reacts violently with water and foam.
In case of fire-fighting with water or foam be aware of dangers of corrosion and of slipping.
Combustion residues must be disposed of properly.
Advice for firefighters
Water for fire fighting must not be introduced in the sewer system, subsoil, or surface waters. Assure that there are sufficient fire water retaining
facilities Contaminated fire fighting water must be disposed of in conformity with the regulations of the local authorities.
Fire residues should be disposed of in accordance with the regulations.
In case of fire: full protective suit and wear a self contained respiratory apparatus
Suitable extinguishing media: dry sand, dry powder, Alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable extinguishing media: water, foam, CO2, water spray, high volume water jet, Halons
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Reacts violently with water and foam.
In case of fire-fighting with water or foam be aware of dangers of corrosion and of slipping.
Combustion residues must be disposed of properly.
Advice for firefighters
Water for fire fighting must not be introduced in the sewer system, subsoil, or surface waters. Assure that there are sufficient fire water retaining
facilities Contaminated fire fighting water must be disposed of in conformity with the regulations of the local authorities.
Fire residues should be disposed of in accordance with the regulations.
In case of fire: full protective suit and wear a self contained respiratory apparatus
Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment.
Avoid dust formation.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Environmental precautions
Do not allow entrance in sewage water, drainage systems, stretches of water, soil.
Observe regulations on prevention of water pollution (check, dam up, cover up).
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Cover with dry sand.
Use mechanical handling equipment.
Suitable binder: dry sand
Reference to other sections
Wear personal protective equipment
Use personal protective equipment.
Avoid dust formation.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Environmental precautions
Do not allow entrance in sewage water, drainage systems, stretches of water, soil.
Observe regulations on prevention of water pollution (check, dam up, cover up).
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Cover with dry sand.
Use mechanical handling equipment.
Suitable binder: dry sand
Reference to other sections
Wear personal protective equipment
Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid residues of the product on the containers.
Under inert gas (argon, nitrogen).
in case of leakage: Wear personal protective equipment. Provide good ventilation or extraction.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
No sparking tools should be used.
Avoid dust formation.
If dusts develop, explosive dust/air mixtures may form.
Storage
Store in the original receptacle, keeping this tightly sealed, under cool and dry conditions.
Protect from warming.
Avoid humidity and water.
Storage under inert gas (nitrogen) recommended.
Suitable materials: stainless steel
Unsuitable materials: light metals and their alloys
Further information
In order to ensure due transportation, make certain that stacks are of the correct height, containers are securely fastened so as not to fall off, and labelled according to the regulations.
German storage class
4.1B - Inflammable solid substances
Dust explosion class
Danger of dust explosion.
Avoid residues of the product on the containers.
Under inert gas (argon, nitrogen).
in case of leakage: Wear personal protective equipment. Provide good ventilation or extraction.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
No sparking tools should be used.
Avoid dust formation.
If dusts develop, explosive dust/air mixtures may form.
Storage
Store in the original receptacle, keeping this tightly sealed, under cool and dry conditions.
Protect from warming.
Avoid humidity and water.
Storage under inert gas (nitrogen) recommended.
Suitable materials: stainless steel
Unsuitable materials: light metals and their alloys
Further information
In order to ensure due transportation, make certain that stacks are of the correct height, containers are securely fastened so as not to fall off, and labelled according to the regulations.
German storage class
4.1B - Inflammable solid substances
Dust explosion class
Danger of dust explosion.
Transport information
Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)
- UN number:
- UN 3095
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))
- UN number:
- 3095
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)
- UN number:
- UN 3095
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- CORROSIVE SOLID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S. (potassium-2-methylbutan-2-olate)
- Chemical name:
- potassium-2-methylbutan-2-olate
- Labels:
- 8, 4.2
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)
- UN number:
- UN 3095
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- Corrosive solid, self-heating, n.o.s. (potassium-2-methylbutan-2-olate)
- Chemical name:
- potassium-2-methylbutan-2-olate
- Labels:
- 8 (4.2)
Special provisions / remarks
- Remarks:
- Loading instructions/Remarks
IMDG: IMDG Code segregation group 18 - Alkalis
IATA_P: ERG-Code 8S
IATA_C: ERG-Code 8S
Additional transport information
Additional information
- Special provisions / remarks / other:
- Combination traffic:
Labelling of containers / shipping units following main product run as per sea or air transport regulations.
Exposure controls / personal protection
Exposure controls
Engineering measures
If possible, use material transfer/filling, metering and blending plants that are closed, or provide for local suction devices.
Inerting with:
nitrogen
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection
Accidental release measures
Use respiration protection equipment with appropriate filters (filter type P1) or self-contained breathing apparatus.
Note time limit for wearing respiratory protective equipment.
Hand protection
Applies to handling for longer periods or of large amounts
Glove material Nitrile/Chloroprene, for example, Nitopren 717, Kächele-Cama Latex GmbH (KCL), Germany
Material thickness: 0,65 mm
Method: DIN EN 374
Applies to handling for brief periods or of small amounts
Glove material Nitrile, for example, Dermatril 740, Kächele-Cama Latex GmbH (KCL), Germany
Material thickness: 0,11 mm
Method: DIN EN 374
Eye protection
close-fitting protective goggles (e.g. closed goggles)
Skin and body protection
Dust impervious protective suit
suitable protective clothing in case of leakage
Personal protection through wearing a tightly closed chemical protection suit and a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Hygiene measures
Do not breathe dust.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Remove immediately all contaminated clothing.
Use disposable clothing if appropriate.
Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the application area.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Use suitable skin protective agents before handling product.
Protective measures
The personal protective equipment used must meet the requirements of directive 89/686/EEC and amendments (CE certification).
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Engineering measures
If possible, use material transfer/filling, metering and blending plants that are closed, or provide for local suction devices.
Inerting with:
nitrogen
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection
Accidental release measures
Use respiration protection equipment with appropriate filters (filter type P1) or self-contained breathing apparatus.
Note time limit for wearing respiratory protective equipment.
Hand protection
Applies to handling for longer periods or of large amounts
Glove material Nitrile/Chloroprene, for example, Nitopren 717, Kächele-Cama Latex GmbH (KCL), Germany
Material thickness: 0,65 mm
Method: DIN EN 374
Applies to handling for brief periods or of small amounts
Glove material Nitrile, for example, Dermatril 740, Kächele-Cama Latex GmbH (KCL), Germany
Material thickness: 0,11 mm
Method: DIN EN 374
Eye protection
close-fitting protective goggles (e.g. closed goggles)
Skin and body protection
Dust impervious protective suit
suitable protective clothing in case of leakage
Personal protection through wearing a tightly closed chemical protection suit and a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Hygiene measures
Do not breathe dust.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Remove immediately all contaminated clothing.
Use disposable clothing if appropriate.
Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the application area.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Use suitable skin protective agents before handling product.
Protective measures
The personal protective equipment used must meet the requirements of directive 89/686/EEC and amendments (CE certification).
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Stability and reactivity
Reactivity
No further information available
Chemical stability
No further information available
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Exothermic reaction with: water, oxidizing agents, Acids, Chlorocarbons, Potential spontaneous combustion due to air moisture
Conditions to avoid
atmospheric humidity
Avoid dust formation.
Keep away from heat and sources of ignition
Incompatible materials
water, Oxidizing agents, Acids, halogens, Halogenated compounds, danger of spontaneous ignition.
Vigorous reaction on contact with water and air humidity.
Hazardous decomposition products
Decomposition products from hydrolysis in water
Potassium hydroxide
2-methylbutan-2-ol
Harmful by inhalation.
Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
Decomposition products in combustion and thermal decomposition
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Carbon monoxide
No further information available
Chemical stability
No further information available
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Exothermic reaction with: water, oxidizing agents, Acids, Chlorocarbons, Potential spontaneous combustion due to air moisture
Conditions to avoid
atmospheric humidity
Avoid dust formation.
Keep away from heat and sources of ignition
Incompatible materials
water, Oxidizing agents, Acids, halogens, Halogenated compounds, danger of spontaneous ignition.
Vigorous reaction on contact with water and air humidity.
Hazardous decomposition products
Decomposition products from hydrolysis in water
Potassium hydroxide
2-methylbutan-2-ol
Harmful by inhalation.
Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
Decomposition products in combustion and thermal decomposition
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Carbon monoxide
Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
Product
Disposal according to local authority regulations.
Pack and label wastes like the pure substance. Do not detach label from the delivery containers prior to disposal.
Uncleaned packaging
Do not reuse empty containers and dispose of in accordance with the regulations issued by the appropriate local authorities.
Waste Key Number
The waste key number must be determined as per the European Waste Types List (decision on EU Waste Types List 2000/532/EC) in cooperation
with the disposal firm / producing firm / official authority.
Product
Disposal according to local authority regulations.
Pack and label wastes like the pure substance. Do not detach label from the delivery containers prior to disposal.
Uncleaned packaging
Do not reuse empty containers and dispose of in accordance with the regulations issued by the appropriate local authorities.
Waste Key Number
The waste key number must be determined as per the European Waste Types List (decision on EU Waste Types List 2000/532/EC) in cooperation
with the disposal firm / producing firm / official authority.
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