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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET POTASSIUM NITRITE

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Potassium nitrite (KNO2)

FIRST AID MEASURES

INHALATION INGESTION
Allow the victim to rest in a Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the
well ventilated area. tissues are damaged, a possible indication that the toxic material was
ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. If the victim
is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
SKIN CONTACT
If the chemical got on the victim's exposed skin, such as
the hands: Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated
skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Cold water
may be used. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
EYE CONTACT
Check for and remove any contact lenses.
Immediately flush eyes with running water
for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids
open.

FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHUING MEDIA HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, or fog. Oxides of nitrogen and toxic metal fumes may form when heated to Wear full protective clothing and breathing equipment for high-intensity fire or
decomposition. potential explosion conditions. This oxidizing material can increase the flammability
of adjacent combustible materials.
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTION ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTION METHODS & MATERIALS FOR CLEANING UP
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor and dust respirator. Boots. Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. Sweep spilled substance into containers. Carefully collect remainder, and then
Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used Contact local authorities in case of spillage to drain/ aquatic remove to safe place.
to avoid inhalation of the product. environment.

HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING PPE STORAGE
Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use Corrosive materials should be stored in a separate safety storage
away from combustible material. Do not ingest. Never add water to this product. In case an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. cabinet or room.
of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE ODOR pH SPECIFIC GRAVITY SOLUBILITY
Solid. (Deliquescent crystals solid.) NA 7 - 10 1.915 (Water = 1) Soluble in cold water

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

CHEMICAL STABILITY CONDITIONS TO AVOID INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

Stable under normal conditions of use and Heat, flames, organic materials, ignition Extremely reactive or incompatible with reducing agents, Oxides of nitrogen and toxic metal fumes may form when heated
storage. sources and incompatibles. combustible materials, organic materials. to decomposition.

Prepared by TALHA JAMIL