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Potassium Sulphate 99.6 % K 2 SO 4
Version: 3.1 Revision Date: 16.01.
according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/
1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Trade name : Potassium Sulphate 99.6 % K 2 SO (^4) technically pure
Registration number : 01-2119489441-34- Substance No. : 7778-80-
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the Substance/Mixture : Raw material for industry
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company : K+S KALI GmbH Bertha-von-Suttner-Str. 7 34131 Kassel Germany Telephone : +49-(0)561-9301- Telefax : +49-(0)561-9301- E-mail address : info@kali-gmbh.com
1.4 Emergency telephone number
Giftinformationszentrale Nord, Göttingen, Germany Telephone:+49 (0)551 19240
2. Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
Classification(67/548/EEC,1999/45/EC)
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
2.2 Label elements
Labelling(REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
Labelling according to EC Directives ()
Further information : The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws.
2.3 Other hazards
This substance is not considered to be persistent, bioaccumulating nor toxic (PBT). This substance is not considered to be very persistent nor very bioaccumulating (vPvB).
Potassium Sulphate 99.6 % K 2 SO 4
Version: 3.1 Revision Date: 16.01.
according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/
3. Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Chemical Name
CAS-No. EINECS-No. / ELINCS No.
Concentration [%]
Potassium Sulfate (K 2 SO 4 ) 7778-80- 231-915-
4. First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice : When symptoms persist or in all cases of doubt seek medical advice.
If inhaled : If breathed in, move person into fresh air.
In case of skin contact : Rinse with water.
In case of eye contact : Immediately flush eye(s) with plenty of water.
If swallowed : Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms : No information available.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treatment : For specialist advice physicians should contact the Poisons Information Service.
5. Firefighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : The product is not flammable. Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : none
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards during firefighting
: Heating or fire can release toxic gas. Sulphur oxides
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment for firefighters
: Respiratory protection
Further information : Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be discharged into drains.
Potassium Sulphate 99.6 % K 2 SO 4
Version: 3.1 Revision Date: 16.01.
according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/
DNEL : End Use: Consumers Exposure routes: Skin contact Potential health effects: Chronic effects Value: 12,8 mg/kg
DNEL : End Use: Consumers Exposure routes: Inhalation Potential health effects: Chronic effects Value: 11,1 mg/m
DNEL : End Use: Consumers Exposure routes: Ingestion Potential health effects: Chronic effects Value: 12,8 mg/kg
PNEC : Fresh water Value: 0,68 mg/l
PNEC : Marine water Value: 0,068 mg/l
PNEC : Ceiling Limit Value Value: 6,8 mg/l
8.2 Exposure controls
Engineering measures
Provide adequate ventilation.
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection : Effective dust mask.
Hand protection : not required under normal use
Eye protection : No special protective equipment required.
Skin and body protection : No special protective equipment required. Wear suitable protective clothing.
Hygiene measures : When using do not eat or drink. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Protective measures : No special precautions required. Do not breathe dust.
Environmental exposure controls
General advice : Do not let product enter drains.
9. Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance : crystalline
Potassium Sulphate 99.6 % K 2 SO 4
Version: 3.1 Revision Date: 16.01.
according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/
Colour : white
Odour : very faint
pH : ca. 6, 25 °C, Aqueous solution
Melting point/range : 1.069 °C
Flash point : Not applicable
Density : 2,66 g/cm³
Water solubility : 108 g/l, 20 °C
Autoignition temperature : none
Thermal decomposition : > 700 °C
Explosive properties : none
Oxidizing properties : none
9.2 Other information
Bulk density : ca. 1.400 kg/m³
10. Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Stable
10.2 Chemical stability
No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous reactions : No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid : None known.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid : None known.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
: No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.
11. Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Product
Acute oral toxicity : LD50: > 2.000 mg/kg, rat, OECD 425
Acute inhalation toxicity : LC50: > 1,2 mg/l, OECD Guideline 433
Acute dermal toxicity : LD50: > 2.000 mg/kg, rat, OECD Test Guideline 402
Skin corrosion/irritation : Result: No skin irritation, EU Method B.
Serious eye damage/eye : rabbit, Result: No eye irritation, OECD Test Guideline 405
Potassium Sulphate 99.6 % K 2 SO 4
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according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/
applicable to inorganic substances. 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Product:
Bioaccumulation : Bioaccumulation is unlikely. 12.4 Mobility in soil
Product:
Mobility : Not applicable Distribution among environmental compartments
: Not applicable
Physico-chemical removability
: Not applicable
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Product:
Assessment : This substance is not considered to be persistent, bioaccumulating nor toxic (PBT). This substance is not considered to be very persistent nor very bioaccumulating (vPvB).
12.6 Other adverse effects
Product:
Adsorbed organic bound halogens (AOX)
: Not applicable
13. Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product : Check if agriculture use is possible.
Contaminated packaging : Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.
14. Transport information
14.1 Land transport
ADR
Remarks : Not a dangerous substance as defined in the above regulations. Tunnel restriction code : Not relevant
14.2 Sea transport
ADNR
Remarks : Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
IMDG
Remarks : Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
Potassium Sulphate 99.6 % K 2 SO 4
Version: 3.1 Revision Date: 16.01.
according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/
14.3 Air transport
IATA-DGR
Remarks : Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
14.4 Special precautions for user Not relevant
14.5 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
15. Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Water contaminating class (Germany)
: WGK 1 slightly water endangering
Notification status
REACH : This substance has been registered according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH).
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment A Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out for this substance.
16. Other information
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.
