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Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash), in solid form
Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash); peroxides of sodium or potassium
Chemicals-inorganic
Y - Indicates information is in the hazardous materials information resource system (hmirs).
PMICA - Item does not contain precious metal.
CRITL- The item does not have a nuclear hardened feature or any other critical feature such as tolerance, fit restriction or application.
045870 - Potassiu (potash) potassium
635 - Chemicals, other than drugs or sundries
9 - Other or no special handling required (sh)
A - Shipment is not a consolidation and does not exceed 84 inches in any dimension.
C - Chemical corps items and all other chemicals not covered in other classificatons. note: when an item has a chemical proper shipp
W - Rating variable
W - Corrosive materials, un class 8 (corrosive label)
Questions & Answers: |
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What are the historical prices recorded for this stock number? | |
Historical data shows pricing from $1,567.47 to $2,612.45.. | |
Does NSN 6810-00-597-7150 have a shelf life? | |
No. There is no shelf life applicable for this NSN. | |
What NATO entities are users of this NSN? | |
Department Of The Army, Department Of The Air Force, Department Of The Navy, Republic Of Korea, Greece, and Turkey | |
What is the NIIN of NSN 6810-00-597-7150? | |
005977150 or 00-597-7150 | |
Does NSN 6810-00-597-7150 require demilitarization? | |
Yes - ITAR Controlled | |
What is the most recent solicitation for NSN 6810-00-597-7150? | |
No solicitations for this NSN. | |
When was this national stock number assigned to the federal catalog? | |
Jan 01, 1963 |
Effects of overexposure: strong alkali is destructive to all tissue it
contacts such as eyes,skin,lungs & digestive tract.
First aid: inhalation: fresh air,rest & transport to hospital.
skin: remove contaminated clothes,rinse skin with plenty of water or
shower & send to a doctor.Eyes;wash w/large amt of h2o for at least
15 mins.Inges t: do not induce vomiting;dilute w/h2o,give vineg
Hcc: b1
spec gravity: 2.044
solubility in water: appreciable
appearance and odor: white to light gray solid.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
acids,corrosive toward al & zn forming hydrogen,halog. Rhs.
stability condition to avoid: avoid contact with some organic materials
hazardous decomposition products: hydrogen when reacted with al,sn,zn &
zn alloys
Waste disposal methods: dissolve in a large volume of water,neutralize
with inorganic acid, & flush to sewer iaw state,local & federal
regs.
disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
this information is formulated for use by elements of the department
of defense. the united states of america in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (sara iii)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
= wt: 85.
osha pel: c, 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9192
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
Effects of overexposure: eyes: v.Corr.Burns;skin: very corr.Causes
burns;inhal: corr to muc memb;ingest;causes pain to epigastrm
First aid: skin: wash w.Soap & h2o. Eyes: flush w. H2o. Ingested: don't
induce vomiting. Inhaled: remove to fresh air. Give cpr/ oxygen if
need. Keep warm & quiet. Remove contaminated clothing. Never give
anything b y mouth to unconscious person.
Hcc: b1
boiling pt: =1320.C, 2408.F
spec gravity: 2.044
solubility in water: appreciable
appearance and odor: white crystalline powder.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
oxidizers,flammables
stability condition to avoid: avoid adding water
hazardous decomposition products: can produce hydrogen gas
Waste disposal methods: keep in covered drums,pending disposal. Handle &
dispose in full compliance with all applicable
international,federal,state, & local regulations.
disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
this information is formulated for use by elements of the department
of defense. the united states of america in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (sara iii)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
> wt: 85.
osha pel: c, 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9192
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
Effects of overexposure: causes burns on all body tissue
First aid: skin flush immediately with plenty of water. Eyes-flush
immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.Get
medical attention.
Hcc: b1
solubility in water: soluble
appearance and odor: white deliquescent pieces.
Oxidizers,flammable materials
Waste disposal methods: place absorbed material in container suitable
for shipping potassium hydroxide waste
disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
this information is formulated for use by elements of the department
of defense. the united states of america in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (sara iii)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
= wt: 85.
osha pel: c, 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9192
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
Effects of overexposure: inh: dust/mist damages resp tract;skin/eyes:
corr.Damages tissue.Cause blindness;ingest: sev burns
First aid: skin: wash w.Soap & h2o. Eyes: flush w. H2o. Ingested: don't
induce vomiting. Inhaled: remove to fresh air. Give cpr/ oxygen if
need. Keep warm & quiet. Remove contaminated clothing. Never give
anything b y mouth to unconscious person.
Hcc: b1
boiling pt: =1320.C, 2408.F
spec gravity: 2.044
solubility in water: complete
appearance and odor: clear/white lump/pellet form. No odor.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
strong oxidizing agents.
stability condition to avoid: excessive heat & moisture conditions
hazardous decomposition products: emits hydrogen when in contact of
metals
Waste disposal methods: keep in covered drums,pending disposal. Handle &
dispose in full compliance with all applicable
international,federal,state, & local regulations.
disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
this information is formulated for use by elements of the department
of defense. the united states of america in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (sara iii)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
= wt: 100.
osha pel: c, 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9192
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
Effects of overexposure: causes severe burns on skin and eyes
First aid: eyes-flush with water for 15 minutes and call
doctor.Skin-wash with water and wash with vinegar
Hcc: b1
solubility in water: appreciable
appearance and odor: white, one half inch flake.
Oxidizers,flammable materials
Waste disposal methods: place absorbed material in container suitable
for shipping potassium hydroxide waste
disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
this information is formulated for use by elements of the department
of defense. the united states of america in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (sara iii)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
= wt: 85.
osha pel: c, 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9192
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
Routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: corrosive action on tissue. Severe,
painful tissue damage can rapidly result from acute exposures. Mist
or spray, which is too light to cause a skin break, may cause
dermatitis. Contact with skin and eyes may range from annoying
irritationto deep flesh burns and permanent visual impairment.
effects of overexposure: eyes: very corrosive burns. Skin: very
corrosive. Causes burns. Inhalation: corrosive to mucous membranes.
the entire respiratory tract may suffer tissue damage. Pulmonary
edema may develop, resulting in collapse and death. Ingestion:
causes pain to the gastrointestinal tract.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: preexisting skin, eye disorders
First aid: skin: wash with soap and water until slicky feeling has
disappeared. Eyes: flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain
medical attention. Ingestion: do not induce vomiting. Large amounts
of water should be taken at once. Obtain medicalattention at
once.Inhalation: remove to fresh air. Give cpr/ oxygen if need.
keep warm & quiet. Obtain medical attention immediately.
Hcc: b1
boiling pt: =1320.C, 2408.F
spec gravity: 2.044
solubility in water: appreciable
appearance and odor: lump
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
oxidizers,flammables
stability condition to avoid: avoid adding water
hazardous decomposition products: can produce hydrogen gas
Waste disposal methods: keep in covered drums, pending disposal. Handle
and dispose in full compliance with all applicable international,
federal, state, and local regulations.
disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
this information is formulated for use by elements of the department
of defense. the united states of america in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (sara iii)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
fraction by wt: >85%
osha pel: c, 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9192
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
Ld50 lc50 mixture: ld50 oral (rat) 365 mg/kg
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: acute: eyes: corrosive, burns, tissue
destructi0n, blindness. Skin: corrosive, severe burns, tissue
destruction. Inhalation: dust, mist, spray may cause damage to
upper respiratory tract and lung tiss ue. Ingestion: severe burns,
tissue perforation of mucous membranes of mouth, throat, esophagus,
stomach. Chronic: none.
explanation of carcinogenicity: none
effects of overexposure: eyes: corrosive, burns, tissue destruction,
blindness. Skin: corrosion, severe burns, tissue destruction.
inhalation: damage to upper respiratory tract and lung tissue.
ingestion: severe burns, tissue perforation of mucous membranes of
mouth, throat, esophagus, stomach.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: none specified by manufacturer.
First aid: eyes: flush with large amounts of water. Get medical
attention. Skin: remove contaminated clothing. Wash area with large
amounts of water. Get medical attention. Inhalation: move to fresh
air. If not breathing, give cpr. If breathing difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention. Ingestion: do not induce vomiting.
give large amounts of water or several glasses of milk. Get medical
attention.
Hcc: b1
boiling pt: =1320.C, 2408.F
spec gravity: 2.044
ph: 12.0
solubility in water: completely soluble
appearance and odor: white solid. No distinct odor.
percent volatiles by volume: nil
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
water, aluminum, tin, zinc, alloys of these
metals,leather,wool,acids,organic halogen compounds,organic nitro
compounds.
stability condition to avoid: under normal conditions this material is
stable.
hazardous decomposition products: nnone specified by manufacturer.
conditions to avoid polymerization: material is not known to polymerize.
Waste disposal methods: dispose of all waste and clean-up materials in
accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
this information is formulated for use by elements of the department
of defense. the united states of america in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (sara iii)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
= wt: 90.
other rec limits: none recommended
osha pel: c 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9394
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
ingred name: water
cas: 7732-18-5
rtecs #: zc0110000
= wt: 10.
other rec limits: none recommended
Ld50 lc50 mixture: tlv 2 mg/m3.
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: no ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: target organs: eyes, skin, lungs & gi
tract. Acute- corrosive to human tissue. Inhalation can injure
entire respiratory system. Eye contact can cause severe burns &
permanent damage. Skin contact can c ause severe burns. Ingestion
can cause severe burns, extreme pain, permanent damage. Chronic-
skin, lung damage.
explanation of carcinogenicity: none
effects of overexposure: severe burns, extreme pain, permanenet tissue
damage, eye injury
medical cond aggravated by exposure: normally none.
First aid: get medical attention immediately. Eye: immediately flush with
water for at least 15 minutes. Hold eyelids apart. Skin: immediately
flush with water until slipperiness is gone. Inhaled: remove to
fresh a ir. Provide oxygen/cpr if needed. Oral: do not induce
vomiting. If conscious, drink 2-3 glasses of milk/water followed by
diluted vinegar, citrus juice or white of eggs, beaten with water.
Hcc: b1
nrc/state lic num: not relevant
melt/freeze pt: =379.4c, 715.F
spec gravity: 2.044
ph: 14 1 m
viscosity: not relevant
evaporation rate & reference: not relevant
solubility in water: 52.8% @ 68f/20c
appearance and odor: white hygroscopic flakes, pellets, briquettes, etc.
- odorless
percent volatiles by volume: 0
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
water, acids, aluminum, tin, zinc, organic materials, combustible
materials, nirrocarbons, halocarbons
stability condition to avoid: moisture, exposure to air
hazardous decomposition products: potassium oxide may be formed.
Waste disposal methods: waste disposal to be performed in compliance
with all current local, state and federal regulations. Epa
hazardous waste number: d002, d003 (corrosive, reactive waste).
reportable quantity is 1000 lbs.
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of defense. the united states of america in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (cercla)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
fraction by wt: 85 - 90%
other rec limits: none recommended
osha pel: c 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9495
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
Ld50 lc50 mixture: none specified by manufacturer.
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: harmful if swallowed,inhal,absorbed
thru skin.Matl extremely destructive to tissue of muc
membranes,upper resp tract,eye,skin.Inhal may be fatal as result of
spasm,inflamm/edema of larynx/bronchi,chem pneumonitis,pulm edema.
effects of overexposure: may include burning
sensation,coughing,wheezing,laryngitis,shortness of
breath,headache,nausea,vomiting.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: none specified by manufacturer.
First aid: in case of contact immed flush eye/skin w/copious amts of
water for @least 15mins while removing contam cloth/shoes.Assure
adequate flushing of eyes by separating eyelids
w/fingers.Inhal: remove to fre sh air.Not breath give art resp;diffi
breath give oxy.Ingest: wash out mouth w/water provided person is
consc.Call physician immed.Discard contamin cloth/shoes.
Hcc: b1
boiling pt: b.P. Text: np
melt/freeze pt: m.P/f.P text: 682f,361c
decomp temp: decomp text: np
vapor pres: 1 @719c
vapor density: np
spec gravity: 2.044
ph: np
viscosity: np
evaporation rate & reference: np
solubility in water: np
appearance and odor: solid.
percent volatiles by volume: np
corrosion rate: np
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
acids,al,halogens,nitro cmpds,org matls,acid
chlorides&anhydrides,mg,cu,sn,zn.Metals,water.
stability condition to avoid: don't heat >metl point.Protect from
moisture.Absorbs co2 from air.Txs violently w/water;generates
flamm/explo h2 w/metal
hazardous decomposition products: hydrogen gas.
Waste disposal methods: contact licensed professional waste dispo
service to dispo of this matl.Observe all fed/state/loc
environmental regs.
disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
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of defense. the united states of america in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (cercla)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
other rec limits: none recommended
osha pel: c 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9596
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
Ld50 lc50 mixture: ld50 (oral, rat) 273 mg/kg
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: no ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: target organs: eyes, skin, respiratory
& gi tracts. Acute- corrosive. Eyes: causes severe burns, eye
damage. Skin: causes burns, deep ulcer, possibly death. Inhale: may
cause respiratory tract irritation. oral: causes severe pain by
burning mouth, throat, esophagus & stomach. May cause death.
chronic- unknown.
explanation of carcinogenicity: none
effects of overexposure: severe burns, severe irritation, severe pain,
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, deep skin ulcers, coughing, breathing
difficulty, shock, possibly coma, death, sneezing, blindness
medical cond aggravated by exposure: persons with pre-existing skin
disorders, eye problems or impaired respiratory function may be
more susceptible to the effects of the substance.
First aid: get immediate medical help. Eyes/skin: immediately flush with
water for at least 15 minutes. Hold eyelids open. Neutralize
exposed skin with dilute boric/acetic acid. Inhaled: move to fresh
air. Provide cpr/oxygen if needed. Oral: do not induce vomiting. If
conscious, rinse out mouth with water. Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person. Note to physician: treat symptomatically.
Hcc: b1
nrc/state lic num: not relevant
boiling pt: =1320.C, 2408.F
melt/freeze pt: =360.C, 680.F
vapor pres: 0 @ 68f
spec gravity: 2.044
ph: 13
viscosity: not relevant
evaporation rate & reference: not relevant
solubility in water: 107% @ 15c/59f
appearance and odor: white hygroscopic solid/pellet - odorless
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
water, acids, metal, organohalogen compounds
stability condition to avoid: moisture
hazardous decomposition products: none
Waste disposal methods: discharge, treatment/disposal is subject to
local, state and federal regulations. Neutralized solution may be
flushed down the drain with excess water, if permitted.
reusing/recycling is recommended. epa hazardous waste numbers:
doo2 and d003.
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expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide (cercla)
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
fraction by wt: 88 - 90%
other rec limits: none recommended
osha pel: c 2 mg/m3
acgih tlv: c 2 mg/m3; 9596
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
Ld50 lc50 mixture: oral rat ld50 (koh)=273 mg/kg
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: unknown iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: eyes-causes severe eye burns. May
cause irrevesible eye injury & blindness. Skin-causes skin burns.
ingestion- swallowing may cause severe burns to mouth, throat &
stomach. May cause severe & permanen t damage to the digestive
tract. Death may result. Estimated lethal dose: 5 grams.
inhaled-severe irritant. Effects from inhalation of dust or mist
vary from mild irritation to serious damage of the u pper
respiratory tract. High concentrations can damage lungs. Cause
chemical burns to respiratory tract. Chronic: prolonged contact
with dilute solutions or dust of potassium hydroxide has
destructive efftect on tissue.
explanation of carcinogenicity: none specified by manufacturer.
effects of overexposure: eyes-severe burns, irreversible eye damage,
blindness. Skin-burns. Ingested-severe burns to
mouth/throat/stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, possible death.
inhaled-severe irritation of upper respiratory tra ct, chemical
burns to respiratory tract.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: none specified by manufacturer.
First aid: eyes-flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
lifting lids. Get medical aid immediately. Skin-get medical aid
immediately. Flush with plenty of water for ta least 15 minutes
while removeing contaminated clothes & shoes. Wash clothes before
reuse. Ingested-do not induce vomiting! Never give anything by
mouth if unconscious. Get medical aid immediately. Inhaled-get
medical aid immediately . Remove from exposure to fresh air. Give
artificial respiration if not breathing. Give oxygen if breathing
difficult. Call a physician. Note to physicians: treat
symptomatically and supportively.
Hcc: b1
boiling pt: =1320.C, 2408.F
melt/freeze pt: =360.C, 680.F
vapor pres: 1mmhg@714c (1317f)
spec gravity: 2.04
ph: 13.5
evaporation rate & reference: no data available
solubility in water: 52.8%@20c (liberates heat
appearance and odor: white deliquescent/grayish solid; odorless.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
contact with water, acids, flammable liquids and organic halogen
compounds, especially trichloroethylene, may cause fire/expolsion.
contact with nitromethane & other similar nitro compounds cause
formation of shock-sensitiv
stability condition to avoid: incompatible materials, contact with
water, metals, excess heat, combustible materials, organic
materials, oxidizers, acids.
hazardous decomposition products: oxides of potassium (k2o).
conditions to avoid polymerization: has not been reported.
Waste disposal methods: dispose of in a manner consistent with federal,
state & local regulations. Rcra d-series maximum concentration of
contaminants: not listed. Rcra d-series chronic toxicity reference
levels: not listed. rcra f-series: not listed. Rcra p-series: not
listed. Rcra u-series: not listed. Not listed as a ma terial banned
from land disposal according to rcra
Ingred name: potassium hydroxide
cas: 1310-58-3
rtecs #: tt2100000
minumum % wt: 85.
maxumum % wt: 90.
acgih stel: c2 mg/m3
epa rpt qty: 1000 lbs
dot rpt qty: 1000 lbs
ingred name: water
cas: 7732-18-5
rtecs #: zc0110000
minumum % wt: 10.
maxumum % wt: 15.