098 Potassium Iodate
098 Potassium Iodate
098 Potassium Iodate
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Potassium iodate LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.
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Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse. Get medical attention.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
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Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Large Spill:
Oxidizing material.
Stop leak if without risk. Avoid contact with a combustible material (wood, paper, oil, clothing...). Keep substance
damp using water spray. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas;
dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal.
Storage:
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Separate from acids, alkalies,
reducing agents and combustibles. See NFPA 43A, Code for the Storage of Liquid and Solid Oxidizers.
Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Odor: Odorless.
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Specific Gravity: Not available.
Solubility:
Soluble in cold water, hot water.
Solubility in water @ 0 C: 4.74/100 ml
Solubility in water @ 25 C: 9.16 g/100 ml
Solubility in water at 100 C: 32.3 g/100 ml
Insoluble in alcohol, nitric acid.
Soluble in potassium iodide, dilute sulfuric acid.
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with reducing agents, combustible materials, organic materials, metals.
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans: May cause damage to the following organs: kidneys, liver, central nervous system (CNS).
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
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Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals:
Lowest Published Lethal Dose:
LDL [Mouse] - Route - Oral; Dose: 531 mg/kg
LDL [Dog] - Route - Oral; Dose: 200 mg/kg
Lethal Dose/Conc 50% Kill:
LD50 [Mouse] - Route - Intraperitoneal; Dose: 136 mg/kg
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.
Identification: : Oxidizing solid, n.o.s. (Potassium iodate) UNNA: 1479 PG: III
Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Classifications:
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WHMIS (Canada): CLASS C: Oxidizing material.
DSCL (EEC):
R8- Contact with combustible material
may cause fire.
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
S2- Keep out of the reach of children.
S17- Keep away from combustible material.
S46- If swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 1
Personal Protection: E
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. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.
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