Material Safety Data Sheet
POTASSIUM FERRATE(VI)
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: POTASSIUM FERRATE(VI)
Catalog Numbers: SC-53931

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS# 39469-86-8
Chemical Name: POTASSIUM FERRATE(VI)
Percent: 92%min
EINECS/ELINCS:

Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
3.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Oxidizing solids (Category 2), H272
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
O Oxidising R 8
For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
3.2 Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Pictogram  
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser.
Precautionary statement(s)
P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials. 
Supplemental Hazard Statements: none
3.3 Other hazards - none

Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice: Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact: Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact: Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: no data available

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Potassium oxides, Iron oxides
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information
Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains. 
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Sweep up and shovel. Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
A part from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
8.1 Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
 
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
 
Body Protection
impervious clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Do not let product enter drains.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
Physical State: Powder
Color: Black
Odor: Not available
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 276 - 286 °C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Not available
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular Formula: K2FeO4
Molecular Weight: 198.04

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
10.1 Reactivity: no data available
10.2 Chemical stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions: no data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid: Avoid moisture.
10.5 Incompatible materials: Organic materials, Powdered metals
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products: Other decomposition products - no data available
In the event of fire: see section 5 

Section 11 - Toxicological Information 
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
 
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity: no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: no data available
Aspiration hazard: no data available
Additional Information: RTECS: Not available
 
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

Section 12 - Ecological Information 
12.1 Toxicity: no data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability: no data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential: no data available
12.4 Mobility in soil: no data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
12.6 Other adverse effects: no data available

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product. 

Section 14 - Transport Information 
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: 1479                   IMDG: 1479                        IATA: 1479
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: OXIDIZING SOLID, N.O.S. (Potassium ferrate(VI))
IMDG: OXIDIZING SOLID, N.O.S. (Potassium ferrate(VI))
IATA: Oxidizing solid, n.o.s. (Potassium ferrate(VI))
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 5.1                    IMDG: 5.1                           IATA: 5.1
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: II                      IMDG: II                            IATA: II
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: yes IMDG Marine pollutant: yes IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user: no data available

Section 15 - Regulatory Information
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
no data available
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out

Section 16 - Additional Information
Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser.
Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3
R 8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire.

While the information herein is believed to be reliable, it is furnished without warranty of any kind. It shall be used only as a guide. We assume no liabilities from the use of this product or information contained herein.