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Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known. classified (HNOC) 3. Composition/information on ingredients Substances Chemical name Common name and CAS number % synonyms Potassium permanganate 7722-64-7 >97.5 Composition comments All concentrations are in percent by weight unless ingredient is a gas. Gas concentrations are in percent by volume. 4. First -aid measures Inhalation Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. For breathing difficulties, oxygen may be necessary. Get medical attention immediately. Skin contact Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Get medical attention immediately. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Contact with skin may leave a brown stain of insoluble manganese dioxide. This can be easily removed by washing with a mixture of equal volume of household vinegar and 3% hydrogen peroxide, followed by washing with soap and water. Eye contact Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids wide apart. Continue rinsing. Get medical attention immediately. Ingestion Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth to a victim who is unconscious or is having convulsions. Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs. Get medical attention immediately. Most important Contact with this material will cause burns to the skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Permanent symptoms/effects, acute and eye damage including blindness could result. delayed Indication of immediate Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically. Decomposition products are medical attention and special alkaline. Brown stain is insoluble manganese dioxide. treatment needed General information In the case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves. 5. Fire -fighting measures Suitable extinguishing media Flood with water from a distance, water spray or fog. Unsuitable extinguishing The following extinguishing media are ineffective: Dry chemical. Foam. Carbon dioxide (CO2). media Halogenated materials. Specific hazards arising from May intensify fire; oxidizer. May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Contact with the chemical incompatible materials or heat (135 "C / 275 OF) could result in violent exothermic chemical reaction. Oxidizing agent, may cause spontaneous ignition of combustible materials. By heating and fire, corrosive vapors/gases may be formed. Special protective equipment Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire. and precautions for firefighters Selection of respiratory protection for firefighting: follow the general fire precautions indicated in the workplace. Fire -fighting Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool containers exposed to flames with equipment/instructions water until well after the fire is out. Prevent runoff from fire control or dilution from entering streams, sewers, or drinking water supply. Dike fire control water for later disposal. Water runoff can cause environmental damage. General fire hazards The product is not flammable. May intensify fire; oxidizer. May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Contact with incompatible materials or heat (135 °C / 275 °F) could result in violent exothermic chemical reaction. 6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions, Keep unnecessary personnel away. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid inhalation protective equipment and of dust and contact with skin and eyes. Keep upwind. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled emergency procedures material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.