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potassium

CAS 7440-09-7 · K

Hazard class

Danger — Flammable, Corrosive

Pictograms

FlammableCorrosive

H-statements

H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
EUH014 Reacts violently with water

Common uses (US EPA CDR)

Intermediate

Synonyms

POTASSIUM · Kalium · Potassium, metal · Potassium metal · Potassium, elemental · Potassium (NOS) · RefChem:6148 · RWP5GA015D

Molecular weight

39.0983 g/mol

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Flammable · Corrosive

Data source

Harmonised classification ECHA — EU CLP Annex VI

Legally binding EU classification adopted by ECHA under CLP Annex VI — the highest-confidence GHS source.

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