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IRAffinity-1
Chapter 7 Materials for Infrared Analysis
7.4.2 Potassium Bromide (KBr)
1. Identification of
substance
Trade name: potassium bromide
2. Composition/Data
on components
Name: potassium bromide
KBr
CAS No.: 7758-02-3
EINECS Number: 231-830-3
3. Hazards
identification
Hazard designation:
void
Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
Not applicable
4. First aid measures After inhalation:
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration.
Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if symptoms persist.
Seek immediate medical advice.
After skin contact:
Instantly wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Seek immediate medical advice.
After eye contact:
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
Then consult doctor.
After swallowing:
Seek medical treatment.
5. Fire fighting
measures
Suitable extinguishing agents:
Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment.
Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Wear full protective suit.
6. Accidental release
measures
Person-related safety precautions:
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons
away.
Ensure adequate ventilation
Measures for environmental protection:
Do not allow material to be released to the environment
without proper governmental permits.
Measures for cleaning/collecting:
Collect mechanically.
Additional information:
See item 7. for information on safe handling.
See item 8. for information on personal protection
equipment.
See item
13. for information on disposal.