Potassium hydrogen oxalate

CAS#127-95-7
Manufacturer
RTECSRO3600000
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
TSCATSCA 8(b) inventory:
Potassium binoxalate
Commercial Name(s)Not available.
CI# Not available.
SynonymNot available.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Not available.
Chemical Name
Chemical FamilyNot available.CALL (310) 516-8000
C2HKO4
Chemical Formula
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.

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Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3)STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
NameCAS #% by Weight
1) Potassium binoxalate127-95-7100
Toxicological DataPotassium binoxalate
on IngredientsLD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.

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Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Very hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of
inhalation. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching.
Potential Chronic HealthVery hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion.
EffectsHazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to kidneys, lungs, mucous membranes.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Potassium binoxalate

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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye ContactCheck for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin ContactAfter contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin
with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin.
Cold water may be used. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Serious Skin ContactWash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
attention.
InhalationAllow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious InhalationNot available.
IngestionDo not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not
breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
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.
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Some metallic oxides.
Products of Combustion
Fire Hazards in Presence of Not available.
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 onNot available.
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 Spill
Use 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.
Potassium binoxalate

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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. 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
StorageKeep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly
closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat
and away from strong oxidizing agents.

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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. (Hygroscopic powder.)OdorOdorless.
TasteBitter. Sharp biting.
128.13 g/mole
Molecular Weight
ColorWhite.
pH (1% soln/water)Not available.
Boiling PointNot available.
Melting PointDecomposes.
Critical TemperatureNot available.
Specific Gravity2.088 (Water = 1)
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
Vapor DensityNot available.
VolatilityNot available.
Odor ThresholdNot available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.Not available.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
Dispersion PropertiesSee solubility in water.
Partially soluble in cold water.
Solubility
Insoluble in methanol, diethyl ether.

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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
StabilityThe product is stable.
Instability TemperatureNot available.
Conditions of InstabilityNot available.
Incompatibility with various Not available.
substances
Potassium binoxalate
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Corrosivity
Special Remarks onNot available.
Reactivity
Special Remarks onNot available.
Corrosivity
No.
Polymerization

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Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of EntryEye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to AnimalsLD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans The substance is toxic to kidneys, lungs, mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects onVery hazardous in case of ingestion.
Humans
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation.
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 products of degradation are more toxic.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on theNot available.
Products of Biodegradation

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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal

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

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Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Potassium binoxalate
Federal and State
Regulations
California
Proposition 65
Warnings
Other RegulationsOSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
Other Classifications
DSCL (EEC)R38- Irritating to skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
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
E
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Potassium binoxalate

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

MOLECULAR FORMULA :

C2-H-O4.K

MOLECULAR WEIGHT :

128.13

WISWESSER LINE NOTATION :

QVVO &-KA-

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY DATA

TYPE OF TEST :

TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Oral

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Human - woman

DOSE/DURATION :

100 mg/kg

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Behavioral - somnolence (general depressed activity) Vascular - BP lowering not characterized in autonomic section Kidney, Ureter, Bladder - urine volume decreased

REFERENCE :

MMWOAU Muenchener Medicinische Wochenschrift. (Munich, Fed. Rep. Ger.) V.33-115, 1886-1973. Volume(issue)/page/year: 79,1481,1932

TYPE OF TEST :

LDLo - Lowest published lethal dose

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Oral

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Human - woman

DOSE/DURATION :

660 mg/kg

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Gastrointestinal - nausea or vomiting Kidney, Ureter, Bladder - other changes in urine composition

REFERENCE :

MMWOAU Muenchener Medicinische Wochenschrift. (Munich, Fed. Rep. Ger.) V.33-115, 1886-1973. Volume(issue)/page/year: 79,1481,1932

TYPE OF TEST :

TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Oral

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Human - woman

DOSE/DURATION :

400 mg/kg

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Behavioral - fluid intake Vascular - BP elevation not characterized in autonomic section Gastrointestinal - nausea or vomiting

REFERENCE :

MMWOAU Muenchener Medicinische Wochenschrift. (Munich, Fed. Rep. Ger.) V.33-115, 1886-1973. Volume(issue)/page/year: 79,1481,1932

TYPE OF TEST :

TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Intravenous

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Human - man

DOSE/DURATION :

1071 mg/kg

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Behavioral - general anesthetic Gastrointestinal - changes in structure or function of esophagus Gastrointestinal - nausea or vomiting

REFERENCE :

MLDCAS Medecine Legale et Dommage Corporel. (Paris, France) V.1-7, 1968-74. Discontinued. Volume(issue)/page/year: 4,178,1971 *** NIOSH STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT AND SURVEILLANCE DATA *** NIOSH OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE SURVEY DATA : NOHS - National Occupational Hazard Survey (1974) NOHS Hazard Code - 81946 No. of Facilities: 14 (estimated) No. of Industries: 1 No. of Occupations: 1 No. of Employees: 294 (estimated) NOES - National Occupational Exposure Survey (1983) NOES Hazard Code - 81946 No. of Facilities: 349 (estimated) No. of Industries: 2 No. of Occupations: 3 No. of Employees: 2879 (estimated) No. of Female Employees: 1462 (estimated)