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Potassium Chloride (KCl)

Potassium Chloride (KCl) Material Datasheet

Identification of the substance/mixture

1.1.  

Product identifier
Product name : Potassium Chloride 

Chemical family : Inorganic compound

1.2.  Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and advised against
Identified uses : Fertilizer, Oil drilling, Potassium salts, Mineral water, Pharmaucetical preparation, Photography, Fire extinguishing agent, Metalic coating, Secondary batteries (lithium-iron sulfide type), Catalyst Vinyl Chloride, Water correcting agent

Hazard Identification

2.1.  Classification of the substances or mixture
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to European Union legislation.
2.2.  Label elements
Labelling (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008) Not a dangerous substances according to GHS
CAS-No. 7447-40-7

Labelling (67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC)
The product does not need to be labeled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws.
EC-No. 231-211-8
2.3. Other hazards
None known

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Formula:KCI ClK (Hill)
CAS No.:7447-40-7
EC No.:231-211-8
Molar mass:74.55 g/mol

First Aid Measures

4.1.  Description of first aid measures
After inhalation : fresh air.
After skin contact : wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water.
After swallowing : make victim drink water. Consult doctor if feeling unwell
4.2.  Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Irritant effects, nausea, vomiting, cardiovascular disorders
4.3. Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No information available

Firefighting Measures

5.1.  Extinguishing media
Suitable Extinguishing media
use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Unsuitable Extinguishing media
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given
5.2.  Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
No combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Fire may cause evolution of : hydrogen chloride gas
5.3.  Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment for fire fighters
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by
keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

Accidental Release Measures

6.1.  Personal precaution, protective equipment and emergency procedures.
Advice for non emergency personnel : Avoid inhalation of dusts. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Advice for emergency responders: protective equipment see section 8
6.2.  Environmental precautions
Do not empty in to drains
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills
Observe possible material restrictions (see sections 7.2 and 10.5)
Take up dry. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area. Avoid generation of dusts.
6.4. Reference to the other sections 
Indication about waste treatment see section 13.

Handling and Storage

7.1.  Precaution for safe handling
Avoid generating dust by excessive or unnecessary movement
7.2.  Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Tightly closed. Dry. Avoid contact with aluminum or carbon steel to minimize corrosion Storage temperature: no restrictions
7.3. Specific end uses.
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2, no other specific uses are stipulated

Exposure Control / Personal Protection

Respiratory protection
Required when dusts are generated.

Hygiene measures
Change contaminated clothing. Wash hand and face after working with subtance.

Eye/face protection
Safety glasses, goggles

Environmental exposure controls
Do not empty into drains.


Physical and Chemical Properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Form
Colour
Odour
Odour threshold
pH(25 oC)
Melting point
Boiling point
Flash point
Evaporation rate
Flammability (solid,gas)
Lower explosion limit
Upper explosion limit
Vapour pressure
Relative vapour density
Relative density
Water solubility
Partition coefficient: n- Octanol/water
Autoignition temperature
Decomposition temperature
Viscosity, dynamic
Explosive properties
Oxidizing properties
 solid
white or redish
odourless
no information available
5.5 – 8.0 at 50 g/l
772 °C
1,413 °C at 1,013 hPa
Not applicable
No information available
No information available
Not applicable
Not applicable
No information available
No information available
1.98 g/cm3 at 20 °C
347 g/l at 20 °C
No information available
No information available
No information available
No information available
No information available
No information available

9.2 Other Data

Sublimation point
Ignition temperature
Bulk density
 1,500 °C
not combustible
~ 1,000 kg/m3

 

Stability and Reactivity

10.1.  Reactivity
See section 10.3

10.2.  Chemical stability
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

10.3.  Possibility of hazardous reactions
No information available

10.4.  Conditions to avoid
No information available

10.5.  Incompatible materials
No information available

10.6.  Hazardous decomposition products
In the event of fire, see chapter 5.
 

Toxicological Information

11.1.  

Information on toxicological effects
Acute oral toxicity
LD50 rat
Dose : > 2,600 mg/kg
(RTECS)

Eye irritation
Possible damage: slight irritation

Genotoxicity in vitro
Mutagenicity (mammal cell test) : chromosome aberration Result : positive

Ames test
Salmonella typhimurium
Result : negative
(National Txicology Program)

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure
The substance or mixture is not classified as specific target organ toxicant, single exposure.

Specific target organ – repeated exposure
The substance or mixture is not classified as specific target organ toxicant, repeated exposure.

Aspiration hazard
No aspiration toxicity classification.

11.2.  Further information
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

 

Ecological Information

12.1

Toxicity
Toxicity to fish
LC50
Species : Gambusia affinis (Mosquito fish)
Dose : 920 mg/l
Exposure time : 96 h
(IUCLID)

Toxicity to daphnia magna (Water flea)
EC10
Species: Pseudomonas putida
Dose: 825 mg/l
Exposure time: 48 h
Method: DIN 38412
(IUCLID)

Toxicity to algae
IC50
Species: Desmodesmus subspicatus (green algae)
Dose: 2,500 mg/l
Exposure time: 72 h
(IUCLID)
 

12.2Persistence and degradability
Biodegradability
The methods for determining the biological degradability are not applicable to inorganic substances
 
12.3Bioaccumulative potential
No information available
 
12.4Mobility in soil
No information available
 
12.5Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted.
 
12.6Other adverse effects.
Additional ecological information
Do not allow to run into surface waters, waste water, or soil

 

Disposable Considerations

Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options.

Transport Information

No classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.

Regulatory Information

Safety, health and environmental regulation/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
EU regulations
Major accident hazard 96/82/EC
Legislation Directive 96/82/EC does not apply

Other Information

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The information accumulated here in is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be whether originating with the company or not.

Health and safety data sheet should be used only as a guide to the safe handling of the product, and is not intended as a technical specification.

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Potassium Chloride (KCl) Product Information

Description 

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE (KCl) is a soluble salt that is an extremely efficient shale stabiliser when drilling hydro sensitive clays and shales. Inhibition is provided through ion exchange; the potassium ion enters between the individual clay platelets in the shale so that they are held together, thus eliminating entry of water from the drilling fluid.


Application 

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE (KCl) can be added directly to a drilling fluid system to enhance its inhibitive quality, which helps to stabilise water sensitive clay and shales. It can also be used as a weighting agent.


Typical Physical & Chemical Properties 

Appearance                           White crystals or powder 
Purity as KCl                          97% minimum 
Bulk density                           ~ 1,000 kg/m3


Safety Handling 

Utilize normal precautions for employee protection when handling chemical products. Use the appropriate respirator, gloves, goggles and apron is recommended for employee comfort and protection. 


Packaging 

Packed in 50 kg or 1000 kg PP woven bag with PE inner liner

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