Product Name: Potassium Citrate Anhydrous
Chemical Formula: C6H5K3O7
CAS Number: 6100-05-6
Synonyms: Tripotassium citrate
Recommended Use: Food additive, pharmaceutical ingredient, laboratory reagent
Supplier Details: Supplier name, address, and emergency contact numbers should be clearly present on the shipment paperwork for responsible communication in the event of a spill or mishap onsite.
Classification: Not classified as a hazardous chemical under GHS
Physical Hazards: No significant physical hazard
Health Hazards: Might cause mild eye or skin irritation for sensitive individuals
Environmental Hazards: Not considered hazardous to the environment but overuse can lead to local water imbalance
Signal Word: Not required
Pictograms: None required
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes; wash hands thoroughly after handling; handle in a well-ventilated area.
Chemical Name: Potassium Citrate Anhydrous
Concentration: >99% by weight
Impurities: Trace levels of other potassium salts (rarely significant)
Additives: None
General Advice: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with plenty of water
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms persist like coughing or breathing discomfort
Skin Contact: Wash exposed areas with soap and water
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical advice if irritation lasts
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with clean water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical help if symptoms develop after accidental swallowing
Flammability: Non-flammable
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water, carbon dioxide, foam, or dry chemical as appropriate for surroundings
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known for product itself
Specific Hazards: Product does not combust, but packaging could burn releasing irritating gases like carbon oxides
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Standard firefighting gear including gloves and eye protection recommended
Special Procedures: Avoid smoke inhalation, prevent water run-off carrying product into sewers or waterways
Personal Precautions: Wear safety glasses, gloves, and a dust mask if powder is airborne
Spill Cleanup Methods: Sweep up material carefully to minimize dust, use damp cloth or mop for residue; collect in sealed, labeled containers for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from reaching waterways or drains where it could upset local chemical balance
Containment: Isolate spill area, ventilate if powder is dispersed
Handling: Handle using clean scoops, minimize dust generation, avoid eating or drinking near work area, wash hands after handling
Storage: Store in sealed original containers in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place, keep away from strong acids, moisture, and high temperatures
Incompatibilities: Store away from strong oxidizers and acids, as reaction can release heat and irritating fumes
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits have been established
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if dust becomes airborne, keep work area clean
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or face shield for bulk handling
Hand Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, nitrile or latex recommended
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask for high concentrations or dusty environments
Skin Protection: Long sleeves or lab coat
Appearance: White, crystalline or granular powder
Odor: Odorless
Melting Point: Decomposes upon heating
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
pH (5% solution): About 8.5 – 10
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable
Specific Gravity: Approx. 2.0
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong acids to produce citric acid and potassium salts
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: None under normal conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Potassium oxides and carbon oxides at high temperatures
Conditions to Avoid: High humidity, contact with acids or oxidizers
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): >2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Non-irritant but prolonged contact can cause dryness
Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause transient irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Not expected; dust could annoy sensitive individuals
Chronic Toxicity: No evidence of chronic toxic effects from occupational exposure
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No data suggests genetic toxicity
Reproductive Toxicity: Not expected based on available data
Eco-Toxicity: Not classified as hazardous, but excess potassium citrate could disrupt aquatic environments by altering pH and mineral balance
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not likely due to high water solubility
Mobility in Soil: Mobile, readily leaches in moist environments
Other Adverse Effects: No significant impact when used responsibly
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Waste Code: Not assigned a hazardous waste code
Disposal Recommendations: Small amounts can go to landfill with general waste, avoid drainage disposal in bulk
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: None significant in the amounts used and shipped
Special Precautions for Transport: Protect packaging from moisture, physical damage, and direct sunlight during transit
Transportation by Air/Road/Sea: Product has no dangerous goods designation under international shipping rules
Labeling Requirements: Not subject to hazard labeling under OSHA GHS rules
Inventory Status: Listed on TSCA, EINECS, and most national chemical inventories
SARA Title III Sections 302/304, 311/312, 313: Not regulated
Other Relevant Legislation: Complies with FDA and food additive regulations in approved uses, meets purity standards in pharmacopoeias including USP and EP, workplace accidental exposure controlled through OSHA guidelines
Reactivity Class: Chemically stable with ordinary commercial handling
