Product Identification

Product Name

2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid tripotassium salt

Synonyms

Kaliksir
Porekal
Potassium citrate
Seltz K
tripotassium 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
Tripotassium citrate monohydrate

CAS

866-84-2

Formula

C6H5O7.3K

Molecular Weight

306.39999999999998

EINECS

212-755-5

RTECS

GE8255000

Merck

12,7785

Beilstein/Gmelin

3767710

Beilstein Reference

2-03-00-00359

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White crystals, granules, or powder. Odorless.

Solubility in water

1.5 kg/L

Heat Of Vaporization

Usage

Medication.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.

Inhalation

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.

Skin

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.

Eyes

If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry location in a tightly closed container. Protect from physical damage.

Handling

Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be observed.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

May cause irritation.

Skin

May cause mild skin irritation. Symptoms may include redness and burning of skin.

Eyes

May cause mild eye irritation. Symptoms include stinging, tearing, and redness.

Ingestion

Swallowing small amounts of this material during normal handling is not likely to cause harmful effects. Swallowing large amounts may be harmful. This material can get into the lungs during swallowing or vomiting. This results in lung inflammation and other lung injury.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Wear resistant gloves such as: neoprene, Wear normal work clothing covering arms and legs.

Respirators

If overexposure has been determined or documented, a NIOSH/MSHA jointly approved air supplied respirator is advised in absence of proper environmental control. OSHA regulations also permit other NIOSH/MSHA respirators under specified conditions.

Exposure Effects

Signs and symptoms of exposure to this material through breathing, swallowing, and/or passage of the material through the skin may include: stomach or intestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) irritation (nose, throat, airways).

Poison Class

-

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece operated in the positive pressure demand mode with appropriate turn-out gear and chemical resistant personal protective equipment. Extinguish fire with water fon, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.

Fire Potential

Material, even residue, can ignite explosively.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Small Spill - Sweep up material for disposal or recovery. Large Spill - Shovel material into containers. Thoroughly sweep area of spill to clean up any residual material.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Oxides of carbon.

Combustion Products

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.