Potassium Carbonate Toxicity
By Edouard Bastarache
Identification and uses
:
CAS number : 584-08-7
Molecular formula : K2CO3
Uses and emission sources
:
-Manufacture of organic and inorganic
materials.
-Ceramics
Toxicology
:
This product is absorbed by the
respiratory and digestive tracts.
I-Acute Effects :
Irritation and corrosion of the skin,
the eyes, the respiratory and digestive tracts.
Eyes :
It causes ocular irritation. It causes
an irritating and caustic effect similar to that of potassium
hydroxide.
Skin :
It causes an irritating and caustic
effect similar to that of potassium hydroxide.
Ingestion :
It can cause severe irritation of the
gastro-intestinal tract with nausea, vomiting and burns. Harmful
by ingestion.
Inhalation :
It causes irritation of the respiratory
tract.
II-Chronic Effects :
No known effects.
Effects on Development :
A study of several animal species
suggests an absence of effects on antenatal development.
Effects on Reproduction
:
No data concerning the effects on
reproduction has been found in the consulted documentary sources.
Data on mother's milk: There is no data
pertaining to its excretion or detection in milk.
Cancinogenic Effects :
No data concerning a cancerogenic effect
has been found in the consulted documentary sources.
Mutagenic Effects :
Available data do not make it possible
to make an adequate evaluation of its mutagenic effect.
First aid
:
I-Ocular Contact :
Abundantly rinse the eyes with water
during at least 15 minutes and see a doctor.
II-Skin Contact :
Quickly withdraw contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with much water. Consult a doctor.
III-Ingestion :
In the case of ingestion, make the
person drink water, do not induce vomiting, call a doctor.
IV-Inhalation :
In the case of inhalation of vapors or
dust, bring the person into a ventilated place. If he does not
breathe, give artificial respiration. Call a doctor.
Handling :
Wash yourself well after use. Minimize
the production of dust and its accumulation. Avoid contact with
the eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid ingesting and inhaling. Use
adequate ventilation.
Storage :
Store in a tightly closed container, in
a cool, dry, well ventilated room away from incompatible
materials.
References :
1-Occupational Medicine,Carl Zenz,
last edition.
2-Clinical Environmental Health and
Toxic Exposures, Sullivan & Krieger; last edition.
3-Sax's Dangerous Properties of
Industrial Materials, Lewis C., last edition.
4-Toxicologie Industrielle et
Intoxications Professionnelles, Lauwerys R.R. last
edition.
5-Chemical Hazards of the Workplace,
Proctor & Hughes, 4th edition
Edouard Bastarache M.D.
Occupational & Environmental Medicine
Author of "Substitutions for Raw Ceramic Materials"
Tracy, Québec, CANADA
edouardb@sorel-tracy.qc.ca
http://www.sorel-tracy.qc.ca/~edouardb/
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