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Potassium Hydroxide (Pellets/Certified ACS), Fisher Chemical™
Specifications
pH
13.5
Color
Yellow
Boiling Point
1320°C
Melting Point
360°C
Assay Percent Range
≥85.0%
UN Number
1813
Density
2.04g/cm³
Quantity
500 g
Formula Weight
56.11
Percent Purity
≥85.0%

Hazard Statement
DANGER!
Precautionary Statement
Emergency Overview
Causes severe burns by all exposure routes. Water reactive. Use personal protective equipment. Do not allow contact with water. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artifici. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artifici. Immediate medical attention is required.
NFPA
Health:3
Flammability:0
Instability:1
DOTInformation
DOT Class 8, : Corrosive
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