Version 3.0
Date revised: 4/26/2019

SAFETY DATA SHEETNational Diagnostics

Conforms to regulation (EC) no. EU 453/2010

SECTION 1 - IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

1.1 Product Identifier

Product Name: Potassium Acetate, 1M Solution Product Number: EC-908

1.2 Relevant Identified Uses of the Substance/Mixture and Uses Advised Against

Investigational research by professional users

1.3 Details of the Supplier of the Safety Data Sheet

Manufacturer
National Diagnostics
305 Patton Drive
Atlanta, GA 30036
(404) 699-2121
(800) 526-3867
info@nationaldiagnostics.com

1.4 Emergency Telephone Number

ChemTel Inc.
Contract number MIS8894340
1-800 255-3924 (United States, Canada, Puerto Rico & US Virgin Islands)
01-800-099-0731 (Mexico)
400-120-0751 (China)
000-800-100-4086 (India)
1-300-954-583 (Australia)
0-800-591-6042 (Brazil)
+1-813-255-3924 (All other regions)

SECTION 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1 Classification of the Substance or Mixture

Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.

2.2 Label Elements

This product has no labeling elements associated with EC directives or respective national laws.

2.3 Other Hazards

None found.

SECTION 3 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.2 Mixture

Chemical Names/Description

Aqueous buffered solution of potassium acetate and acetic acid.


Component List

Component % Comp. CAS # EC # 1278/2008 Classification
Potassium Acetate9.814 127-08-2  204-822-2 N.A.


SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of First Aid Measures

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Ingestion

Wash mouth out with water.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

4.2 Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed

Inhalation

No information available.

Ingestion

No information available.

Skin

No information available.

Eyes

No information available.

4.3 Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed

Unknown/not applicable

SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media

For small fires, use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or chemical foam.

5.2 Special Hazards Arising from the Substance/Mixture

Hazardous Combustion Products

N.A

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Oxides of carbon

Hazardous Polymerization

May occur

5.3 Advice for Firefighters

In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.

5.4 Further Information

No data available.

SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal Precautions

Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.

6.2 Environmental Precautions

Prevent discharge into the environment. Dike spills and stop leakage where practical. Do not allow material to enter drains.

6.3 Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up

Use absorbent material to collect and contain for salvage or disposal.

6.4 References to Other Sections

For disposal information see Section 13. For protective clothing and equipment see Section 8.

SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for Safe Handling

Avoid contact and inhalation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.

7.2 Conditions for Safe Storage (including any incompatibles)

Store tightly capped at room temperature.

Incompatibles

No information available.

7.3 Specific End Uses

Investigational research by professional users

SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

8.1 Control Parameters

ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):

None established

OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL):

None established

8.2 Exposure Controls

Engineering Controls

Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility

Respiratory Protection

No information available

Eye Protection

Wear safety glasses with side shields.

Skin Protection

Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.


SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on Basic Physical & Chemical Properties

a. AppearanceClear, colorless solutionb. OdorNone
c. Odor ThresholdN.A.d. pHNeutral
e. Melting/Freezing Point (oC)0f. Boiling point (oC)104.4
g. Flash Point (oC)N.A.h. Evaporation Rate1.0
i. FlammabilityN.A.j. Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive LimitsN.A.
k. Vapor PressureWaterl. Vapor Density (Air = 1)N.A.
m. Relative Density1.15n. Water SolubilitySoluble
o. Partition Coefficient n-octanol/waterMixturep. Autoignition Temperature (oC)N.A.
q. Decomposition Temperature (oC)Not applicable.r. ViscosityNo data available.
s. Explosive PropertiesN.A.t. Oxidizing PropertiesNot an oxidizer

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity

Not reactive under recommended conditions of use.

10.2 Chemical Stability

Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.

10.3 Possibility of Hazardous Reactions

May occur

10.4 Conditions to Avoid

Heat, shock, UV light, and incompatibles.

10.5 Incompatible Materials

No information available.

10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products

Oxides of carbon

SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Product LD50 Values

Oral Rat LD50 (mg/kg)

No data available.

Dermal Rabbit LD50 (mg/kg)

No data available.

Component Cancer List Status

 NTP Carcinogen 
 KnownAnticipatedIARC Category
Potassium AcetateNoNoNone

Potential Health Effects

Inhalation

No information available.

Ingestion

No information available.

Skin

No information available.

Eyes

No information available.

Carcinogenicity

No information available.

Mutagenicity

No information available.

Reproductive Toxicity

No information available.

Teratogenic Effects

No information available.

Routes of Entry

No information available.

Target Organ Statement

No information available.

SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFOMATION

12.1 Toxicity

 VertebratesInvertebratesAlgaeMicroorganisms
Aquatic Toxicity
(ppm unless otherwise noted)
LC50 (96hr, zebrafish) <992mg/lEC50 (24hr, daphnia) 991mg/lEC50 (72hr)>1000mg/lEC50 (72hrs) >7000mg/l

 BirdsArthropodsPlantsMicroorganisms
Terrestrial Environment Toxicity
(ppm unless otherwise noted)
No DataNo DataNo DataNo Data

12.2 Persistence and Degradability

Readily biodegradable (99% in 28 days)

12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential

BCF=3.1

12.4 Mobility in Soil

K0c=1

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment

The substance is not PBT / vPvB

12.6 Other Adverse Effects


SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste Treatment Methods

Offer surplus or non-recyclable product to licensed disposal company. Disposal is subject to user compliance with applicable law and product characteristics at time of disposal. Dispose of packaging as product.


SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION

  ADR/RID IATA IMO DOT
14.1 UN Number N.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.
14.2 Shipping NameN.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.
14.3 Hazard ClassN.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.
14.4 Packing GroupN.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.
14.5 Environmental HazardsN.A.N.A.Not regulatedN.A.
14.6 Special PrecautionsN.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.

SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations/Legislation Specific for the Substance/Mixture

United States

TSCA Regulatory Statement

All intentional ingredients are listed on the TSCA Inventory.

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
ComponentFirePressureReactivityAcuteChronic
Potassium AcetateNoNoNoNoNo

Europe

EEC Regulatory

All intentional ingredients are listed on the European EINECS Inventory.

SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION

Revisional Updates

4/26/2019 - Updated Section 1.4
5/29/2015 - Updated Sections 2.1 and 3.2
1/15/2014 - Released Version 1.0

NFPA Codes

Health 0   Flammability 0  Reactivity 0

Dangers

Potassium Acetate

None

MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMER: The information given herein is offered in good faith as accurate, but without guarantee. Conditions of the use and suitability of the product for particular uses are beyond our control. All risks of use of the product are therefore assumed by the user. Nothing is intended as a recommendation for uses which infringe valid patents or as extending license under valid patents. Appropriate warnings and safe handling procedures should be provided to handlers and users.