Potassium thiosulfate

Synonym
Chemical Name
Chemical Family
Potassium Thiosulfate

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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye ContactCheck for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin ContactIn case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious Skin ContactWash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
attention.
InhalationIf inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Serious InhalationNot available.
IngestionDo NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious IngestionNot available.

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Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature Not available.
Flash PointsNot available.
Flammable LimitsNot available.
Products of CombustionNot available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat.
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various SubstancesRisks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting MediaSMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and InstructionsLARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks onAs with most organic solids, fire is possible at elevated temperatures
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards

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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small SpillUse appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.
Large SpillUse a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water
on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
PrecautionsKeep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the
residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable
protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek
medical attention and show the label when possible. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from
incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids.
StorageKeep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

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Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering ControlsUse process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal ProtectionSplash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
a Large Spillto avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure LimitsNot available.

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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Solid.OdorNot available.
Not available.
Taste
Molecular Weight194.08 g/mole
Not available.
Color
Not available.
pH (1% soln/water)
Boiling PointNot available.
Not available.
Melting Point
Critical TemperatureNot available.
Specific Gravity1.484 (Water = 1)
Vapor PressureNot applicable.
Vapor DensityNot available.
Not available.
Volatility
Odor ThresholdNot available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)Not available.
Dispersion PropertiesSee solubility in water.
SolubilitySoluble in cold water.

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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
StabilityThe product is stable.
Instability TemperatureNot available.
Conditions of InstabilityExcess heat, incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
substances
Potassium Thiosulfate
CorrosivityNot available.
Special Remarks onNot available.
Reactivity
Special Remarks onNot available.
Corrosivity
PolymerizationWill not occur.

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Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of EntryInhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to AnimalsLD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Other Toxic Effects onHazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Humans
Special Remarks onNot available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks onNot available.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on otherNot available.
Toxic Effects on Humans

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Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
BOD5 and CODNot available.
Products of BiodegradationPossibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the ProductsThe product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on theNot available.
Products of Biodegradation

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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste DisposalWaste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.

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Section 14. Transport Information
DOT ClassificationNot a DOT controlled material (United States).
IdentificationNot applicable.
Special Provisions forNot applicable.
Transport
Potassium Thiosulfate
DOT (Pictograms)

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Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Potassium Thiosulfate
Federal and State
Regulations
CaliforniaCalifornia prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Proposition 65
Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Other RegulationsEINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS No.
233-666-8).
Canada: Listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL).
China: Listed on National Inventory.
Japan: Listed on National Inventory (ENCS).
Korea: Listed on National Inventory (KECI).
Philippines: Listed on National Inventory (PICCS).
Australia: Listed on AICS.
Other ClassificationsWHMIS (Canada) Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
DSCL (EEC)R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S37- Wear suitable gloves.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.)2 National Fire Protection
1 Flammability
1 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
2 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
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WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Potassium Thiosulfate
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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