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Safety (MSDS) data for potassium permanganate

General
Synonyms: chameleon mineral, CI 77755, Condy's crystals,
permanganate of potash, cairox
Molecular formula: KMnO4
CAS No: 7722-64-7
EC No: 231-760-3
Annex I Index No: 025-002-00-9

Physical data
Appearance: dark purple to bronze crystals
Melting point: ca. 150 C (decomposes)
Boiling point:
Specific gravity: 2.70
Vapour pressure:
Flash point:
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:

Stability
Stable, but contact with combustible material may cause fire. Substances
to be avoided include reducing agents, strong acids, organic material,
combustible materials, peroxides, alcohols and chemically active metals.
Strong oxidant.

Toxicology
Harmful if swallowed. Irritant. Readily absorbed through skin.

Toxicity data
ORL-RAT LD50 1090 mg kg-1
ORL-WMN LDLO 100 mg kg-1
ORL-MUS LD50 2157 mg kg-1
ORL-GPG LD50 1151 mg kg-1
Risk phrases
R8 R22

Transport information
UN No 3214. Hazard class 5.1. Packing group II.

Personal protection
Safety glasses. Adequate ventilation.
Safety phrases
S17 S26 S36 S37 S39 S45.

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