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Potassium, cubes, stored in mineral oil |
Hazard Statements
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary Statements
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture Response Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap with wet bandages Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction Storage Store locked up Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Manufacturer information
Name
Fisher Scientific
Phone
800-424-9300
Address
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
PICTOGRAMS


NFPA
3
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2
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