Aluminium Potassium Sulphate CP -500g

• Product Name: Aluminum Potassium Sulfate
• Chemical Formula: AlK(SO4)2·12H2O
• CAS Number: 10043-67-1
• Synonyms: Potash Alum, Alum,Potassium Alum Sulfate Dodecahyd, Potassium Alum
• Recommended Use: Laboratory chemicals, industrial applications

2. Hazard Identification

• Classification: Not classified as a hazardous substance or mixture according to GHS (Globally Harmonized System)
• Label Elements:
  • Pictograms: None
  • Signal Word: None
  • Hazard Statements: None
  • Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation and contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Use in well-ventilated areas.

3. Composition/Information on Ingredients

• Chemical Name: Aluminum Potassium Sulfate
• Percent: 100%
• CAS Number: 10043-67-1

4. First Aid Measures

• Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration.
• Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing.
• Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
• Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting without advice from medical personnel.

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

• Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
• Specific Hazards: In case of fire, hazardous decomposition products may be produced such as sulfur oxides and aluminum oxides.
• Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

6. Accidental Release Measures

• Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation.
• Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let the product enter drains.
• Methods for Cleanup: Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

7. Handling and Storage

• Handling: Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

• Control Parameters: Occupational exposure limits are not established.
• Engineering Controls: Use with adequate ventilation.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
  • Eye/Face Protection: Safety glasses with side shields
  • Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves
  • Respiratory Protection: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Odor: Odorless
• pH: 3.0-3.5 (10% solution)
• Melting Point: 92.5°C (198.5°F) (Decomposes)
• Solubility: Soluble in water

10. Stability and Reactivity

• Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
• Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, excessive heat.
• Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases.
• Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides, aluminum oxides.

11. Toxicological Information

• Acute Toxicity: Not considered toxic.
• Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause skin irritation.
• Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause eye irritation.
• Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not known to be a sensitizer.

12. Ecological Information

• Ecotoxicity: Not considered to be harmful to the environment.
• Persistence and Degradability: No data available.
• Bioaccumulative Potential: No data available.
• Mobility in Soil: No data available.

13. Disposal Considerations

• Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations.