MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Potassium Citrate
Company: BEST INC., LIMITED.
Add.: Rooms 1318-20, 13/F Hollywood Plaza, 610 Nathan Road, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: +852-30774337 Fax:+852-30774338
1. IDENTIFICATION
General
Product Name : TRIPOTASSIUM CITRATE
Other Names : POTASSIUM CITRATE MONOHYDRATE;
UN No. : N/A
Dangerous Goods Class : None Allocated
Subsidiary Risk : None Allocated
Hazchem Code : N/A
Pack Group : 0
EPG : N/A
Poisons Schedule : N/A
Uses :
Salt of citric acid for use in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries Also used as in oil and fat production and for animal feed production. Additives for detergents.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : Colourless or translucent crystals with no odour
Formula : C6H7K3O8
Boiling Point : N/A deg C
Melting Point : 180 deg C
Vapour Pressure : N/A
Specific Gravity : 1.98 (water = 1)
Flash Point : N/A
pH : 8.5 (50g/L)
Solubility in water : Solub g/l (25 deg C)
Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air)
Lower Explosion Limit : N/A
Upper Explosion Limit : N/A
1.2 Other Properties
Solubility in water = soluble in water. Decomposition temperature : 267 - 270 deg C
1.3 Ingredients
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Chemical Entity |
CAS No. |
Proportions (%) |
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TRIPOTASSIUM CITRATE MONOHYDRATE |
[ 6100-05-6] |
100 |
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2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute
Swallowed
The product is considered to be practically non-toxic by ingestion.
Eye
Light eye irritation may occur undr extreme dust conditions.
Skin
Contact with skin is not expected to cause irritation.
Inhaled
Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory irritation.
2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
Mild skin irritation may occur with prolonged or repeated contact.
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
Rinse mouth, give plenty of water to drink. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Eye
First rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes (while protecting unhurt eye), then transport to doctor.
Skin
Wash affected skin thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing
Inhaled
Remove affected person to fresh air. Ensure patient rests and get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically based on judgement of doctor and individual reactions of patient.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Acute - eyes : irritant Skin : irritant Carcinogenicity : Not listed by ACGIH, NIOSH or OSHA
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
An exposure standard has not been established for this product, however the following is recommended for nuisance dusts : TWA 10 mg/m3.
3.2 Engineering Controls
Well ventillated area to maintain air concentration below exposure standard.
3.3 Personal Protection
Respiratory protection - wear a NIOSH or European approved breathing apparatus, dust mask. Skin protection - wear protective rubber gloves. Eye protection - wear safety glasses (goggles) with side shield or chemical workers goggles if gross contact is likely. Other - remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately. Wash hands before and after contact with material. Do not eat, drink or smoke around this product.
3.4 Flammability
Not flammable under normal conditions of use.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Avoid development of dust. Ensure a good ventilation for warehouse. Keep away sources of ignition. Keep exclusively in original packaging. Avoid contact with incompatibles such as oxidising agents. Keep containers closed. Store in a dry, cool area. Protect from heat and direct sun exposures.
4.2 Packaging / Labelling
UN No. N/A
Class None Allocated
Sub Risk None Allocated
Hazchem Code N/A
Pack Group 0
EPG No. N/A
Shipping Name TRIPOTASSIUM CITRATE
Hazard
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Clean-up personnel should wear protective glasses and dust mask. Avoid raising dusts. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Clean up by vacuum or broom sweeping into disposal drum. Do not discharge into the drains or bodies of water. Take up mechanically and send for disposal.
Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations at an approved waste disposal facility by incineration or to approved landfill.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Fire / Explosion
Not considered to be a fire or explosion hazard. Fire or excessive heat may cause production of hazardous decomposition products.
Extinguishing Media
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. In case of fire use dry powder, carbon dioxide, waterspray jet or chemical foam to extinguish.
5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
Tripotassium citrate is fully biodegradable.
