Product Name: Potassium Citrate Monohydrate
Chemical Formula: C6H5K3O7·H2O
CAS Number: 6100-05-6
Synonyms: Tripotassium Citrate Monohydrate, 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, tripotassium salt, monohydrate
Recommended Use: Pharmaceutical applications, food additives, laboratory chemicals
Supplier Information: Manufacturer contact details with emergency telephone number (available 24 hours)
Emergency Contact: Use local poison control or regulatory authority
GHS Classification: Not classified as a hazardous substance or mixture under GHS
Physical Hazards: Non-combustible, stable under normal conditions
Health Hazards: May cause mild irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract if mishandled
Environmental Hazards: Not considered hazardous to the environment; avoid large releases
Label Elements: No specific pictogram, signal word, or hazard statement required
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation, contact with eyes and skin, and ingestion
Other Hazards: May cause upset stomach if ingested in large amounts
Chemical Name: Potassium Citrate Monohydrate
Common Name: Potassium Citrate
Concentration: Greater than 99% by weight
Impurities: Trace water, no significant effect on classification
Molecular Weight: 324.41 g/mol
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, seek medical attention if coughing or symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water; seek medical attention if irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with clean water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue rinsing; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice if symptoms develop
Most important symptoms and effects: Mild irritation, no chronic effects anticipated
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide as appropriate
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known
Special Hazards: Product does not burn, but decomposition may release irritating fumes
Advice for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Additional Information: Move containers from fire area if safe, use water to cool surfaces exposed to flames
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment including gloves, goggles, and dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large amounts from entering drains or waterways
Methods for Containment: Sweep up and collect spillage; avoid creating dust
Methods for Cleanup: Place into suitable labeled container for disposal, wash spill area with water
Reference to Other Sections: See sections on exposure controls and disposal considerations
Handling: Handle in well-ventilated area, avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing, do not breathe dust, practice good hygiene
Protection against Fire/Explosion: No explosion hazard.
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry place, keep container tightly closed, protect from moisture and sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents
Specific End Uses: Laboratory chemical, food additive, pharmaceutical ingredient
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if dust is generated
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask recommended if airborne dust levels exceed exposure guidelines
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles
Skin Protection: Impervious gloves, lab coat or apron
Hygiene Measures: Avoid contact with skin, wash hands after handling, do not eat or drink in work area
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific exposure limits established for this material
Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules
Odor: Odorless
Odor threshold: Not applicable
pH (5% solution): Approximately 7.5 to 9.0
Melting Point: Decomposes without melting at about 180°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Flash Point: Not applicable
Flammability: Not flammable
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Solubility: Fully soluble in water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Above 180°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Bulk Density: 1.98 g/cm³
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal handling and storage conditions
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions known under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids and oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, potassium oxides under fire or intense heat
Polymerization: Will not occur
Acute Toxicity: Low; oral LD50 (rat) > 5000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Prolonged skin contact may cause mild irritation
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause irritation by mechanical action
Respiratory Sensitization: Not reported
Skin Sensitization: Not reported
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No evidence found
Reproductive Toxicity: No data indicating adverse reproductive effects
Target Organ Effects: None known under normal handling
Other Information: Excessive ingestion may cause electrolyte imbalances and gastrointestinal upset
Ecotoxicity: Not toxic to aquatic organisms; high concentrations may alter local environment due to potassium load
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable, breaks down to natural substances in environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: High mobility, dissolves freely in water and migrates with groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: No significant environmental hazards identified
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Unused Product: Place in container labeled for chemical waste; avoid mixing with incompatible materials
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse and recycle if possible, or handle as chemical waste
Do Not: Discharge large amounts to sewer or surface water
Other Guidance: Consult local authorities for specific recommendations
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods for transport
Land Transport: Not regulated
Sea Transport: Not regulated
Air Transport: Not regulated
Special Precautions: No specific precautions necessary; prevent package rupture during handling
TSCA: Listed in the US Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
DSL/NDSL: Listed in Canadian inventories
REACH: Registered in accordance with European Union guidelines
OSHA Status: Not regulated as hazardous
FDA: Approved for certain pharmaceutical and food uses
Other Regulations: Compliant with international standards for transport, labeling, and disposal; SDS available upon request
