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Potassium Metabisulfite Metabisulphite Manufacturers, MSDS Sheet
Potassium Metabisulfite Metabisulphite USP BP IP ACS Analytical Reagent FCC Food grade Manufacturers
Potassium Metabisulfite
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Potassium Metabisulfite MSDS Sheet, Potassium Metabisulphite Material safety Data Sheet
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Potassium
metabisulfite Potassium metabisulphite
CAS#: 16731-55-8
Synonym: Dipotassium
pyrosulfite;
Dipotassium disulfite; Dipotassium
metabisulfite; Potassium
disulfite; Pyrosulfurous acid,
dipotassium salt
Chemical Name: Potassium
Pyrosulfite
Chemical Formula: K2-S2-O5
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition Name: Potassium metabisulfite or Potassium
metabisulfite
CAS #: 16731-55-8
% by Weight: 100
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Potassium metabisulfite is hazardous in case of skin
contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation (lung
irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Carcinogenic Effects: 3 (Not classifiable for human.) by IARC.
Mutagenic Effects: Not available.
Teratogenic Effects: Not available.
Developmental Toxicity: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical
condition.
Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get
medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and
shoes.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to
Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the
Product: Potassium
metabisulfite
is non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition
Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Points: Not applicable.
Flammable
Limits: Not applicable.
Products of
Combustion: Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not
applicable.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: When heated to decomposition it
emits toxic fumes of sulfur oxides and potassium sulfate. It may ignite
during milling or grinding (when powdering it).
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a
suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide
ventilation. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: Do not breathe dust of
Potassium metabisulfite. Wear suitable
protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable
respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and
show the label when possible. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep
away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids.
Storage: Keep Potassium metabisulfite
or Potassium metabisulfite container tightly
closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use process
enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to
keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.
Personal Protection: Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator.
Boots. Gloves. A
self contained breathing apparatus should be used to
avoid inhalation of the product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Potassium
metabisulfite is solid. (Crystalline powder. Crystals solid.)
Odor: Sulfurous.
Sulfur
dioxide odor
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 222.31 g/mole
Color: White.
pH (1%
soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: Decomposition temperature: 150C (302F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: Density: 2.34 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: 2.3 (Air = 1)
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water.
Solubility:
Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.
Soluble in acids and alkaline.
Insoluble in alcohol
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: Potassium
metabisulfite or Potassium
metabisulphite is stable.
Instability Temperature:
Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Incompatible materials,
moisture, air
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with
oxidizing agents, acids.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity:
Liberates
sulfur dioxide in contact with acids. Air
sensitive. Moisture sensitive. It
oxidizes to in air to sulfate, more readily
in presence of moisture.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Inhalation.
Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans: 3 (Not classifiable for human.) by
IARC.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in
case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation (lung irritant). Slightly
hazardous in case of ingestion.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not
available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: May cause adverse
reproductive effects based on animal test data. May affect genetic
material (mutagenic)
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: May cause skin irritation.
Eyes: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
May cause asthmatic attacks due to allergic sensitization of the
respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal tract irritation with
abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May
cause allergic/hypersensitivity/anaphylactoid
reaction. Some asthmatics are said to be sensitive to minute
amounts of sulfites in foods. It may cause a worsening of asthma in
asthmatics. Individuals sensitive to sulfides may experience stomach
upset , tightness in the chest, or wheezing.
Extremely large concentrations may produce central nervous system,
seizures, hypotension, tachycardia, and cardiovascular collapse.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
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 product
itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Waste must be disposed of in accordance with environmental control regulations.
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT
controlled material (United States).
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
US Federal and State Regulations: TSCA
8(b) inventory: Potassium metabisulfite
Other Regulations: EINECS: This product is on the
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): Not yet classified under WHMIS (Canada)
DSCL (EEC):
R31- Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
R36/37/38- Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
S36- Wear suitable protective clothing.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 2; Fire Hazard: 0 Reactivity: 0; Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 2; Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Specific
hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Splash goggles.
Section 16: Other Information
Disclaimer:
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Our company provides this Potassium metabisulfite MSDS information sheet contained
herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its
comprehensiveness or accuracy. This Potassium metabisulphite MSDS
sheet is intended only as a guide to
the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly
trained person using this product. Individuals receiving the information
must exercise their independent judgment in determining its
appropriateness for a particular purpose.
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Potassium Metabisulfite Metabisulphite Manufacturers:
MUBYCHEM GROUP
CHINCHBUNDER, MUMBAI 400009, INDIA
TEL: (OFFICE)
91-22-23774610, 91-22- 23723564. 91-22-23728264
e-mail: info@mubychem.com
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