Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Potassium fluoride dihydrate(13455-21-5)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
Potassium fluoride dihydrate
CAS
13455-21-5
Formula
FH4KO2
Formula
KF.2H2O
Molecular Weight
94.13
RTECS
TT0705000
RTECS Class
Mutagen
Beilstein/Gmelin
112877 (G)

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colorless crystals
Solubility in water
480 g/L (18 C)
Melting Point
846
Boiling Point
1505
Vapor Pressure
3.5 (20 C)
Density
2.45 g/cm3
Usage
Source of fluoride for the conversion of chlorocarbons into fluorocarbons..

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Skin
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling
Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Toxic if inhaled.
Skin
May cause severe irritation and possible burns. Toxic in contact with skin.
Eyes
Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns. Exposure to particulates or solution may cause conjunctivitis, ulceration, and corneal abnormalities.
Ingestion
Poison by ingestion. May cause severe digestive tract irritation with abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Hazards
Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
UN (DOT)
1812

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.
Respirators
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.
Exposure Effects
Chronic inhalation and ingestion may cause fluorosis with skeletal abnormalities. Chronic inhalation may cause nasal septum ulceration and perforation.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Substance is noncombustible. Extinguishing media: Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Fire Potential
Substance is noncombustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong acids.
Decomposition
Hydrogen fluoride.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
1812
Hazard Class
6.1
Packing Group
III
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