Potassium methoxide Tech. Grade

• Synonyms:

  Potassium methylate

• UN Code:

  UN3206

• Pictogram:

  02 - Flammable; 05 - Corrosive; 07 - Irritant

• UDF Signal Word:

  Danger

• MDL Number:

  MFCD00012416

• Hazard Statement:

  H228 Flammable solid; H251 Self-heating; may catch fire; H302 Harmful if swallowed; H312 Harmful in contact with skin; H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H318 Causes serious eye damage; H332 Harmful if inhaled; H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

• Other Statements:

  EUH014 Reacts violently with water

• DOT Name:

  Alkali Metal Alcoholates, Self-Heating, Corrosive, N.O.S.

• DOT Classification:

  Class 4.2, 8

• Packaging Group:

  PGII

• Precautions:

  P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking; P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire; P231+P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture; P235+P410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight; P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection; P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell; P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting; P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water; P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position 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; P332+P313 IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention; P420 Store away from other materials.

• CAS Number:

  865-33-8