Wet Chemical Potassium Acetate Solution - September 1999
Section 1 - Name & Hazard Summary
Material name: AC-50, 60, 100, & 250 Wet Chemical Potassium Acetate Solution

Manufacturer: Badger Fire Protection Phone (804) 973-4361 

Section 2 - Ingredients
OSHA PEL: N/A ACGIH TLV: N/A Other Exposure Limits: N/A

CAS No: N/A

Contains potassium acetate. Under federal hazard communication standard 29 CFR 1920.1200 and current department of 
labor regulations potassium acetate is not a hazardous material. 

Section 3 - Physical Data
Boiling point: Decomposes Specific gravity (H20=1): 1.57 

Vapor Pressure (mm Hq): N/A

Vapor density (Air = 1): N/A Solubility in water: 70% at 20° C.- Appreciable

Reactivity in Water: N/A

Appearance and odor: Fine white crystals Melting Point: 292°C 

Section 4 - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash point: N/A Method Used: N/A

Flammable Limits in Air% by Volume: LEL Lower: N/A UEL Upper: N/A

Auto-Ignition Temp.: N/A Extinguisher Media: Water, C02, Dry Chemical

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear NIOSH approved self contained breathing apparatus. Use water spray to soak 
containers.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: When heated to decomposition may emit flammable or toxic fumes. 

Section 5 - Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable Conditions to Avoid: N/A

Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur. Conditions to Avoid: N/A 

Section 6 - Health Hazard Assessment
Acute: N/A

Chronic: Excessive inhalation of dust may irritate respiratory tract. Contact with the skin may cause mild irritation. Ingestion 
may irritate gastro intestinal tract.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Ingestion: Tends to induce spontaneous vomiting as with any potassium salt. 
Ingestion of large amounts can cause seizures, disturbance of cardiac rhythm and respiratory failure.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing respiratory ailments.

Chemical Listed as Carcinogen or Potential Carcinogen: National Toxicology Program: No

I.A.R.C.: No OSHA: No

Emergency and First Aid Procedures: Eyes-promptly flush with plenty of water. Skin-wash with soap and water. 
Ingestion-if conscious give victim (2) or more glasses of water. Seek medical attention for eyes or ingestion.

Routes Of Entry: 1. Inhalation: Yes 2. Eyes: Yes 3. Skin: Yes 4. Ingestion: Yes 

Section 7 - Spill or Leak Procedures
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Store in a cool dry place. Keep containers closed.

Other Precautions: Use good personal hygiene and good housekeeping practices.

Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Promptly shovel powder into clean empty drums. Flush 
residue with plenty of water.

Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of in secure solid waste approved land fill, in compliance with federal, state, and local 
regulations.

Section 8 - Special Protection Information 
Respiratory Protection:

Ventilation: Mechanical (General): Usually natural is adequate in absence of dust.

Special: None Other: N/A

Local Exhaust: Recommended if dusty.

Protective Gloves: Rubber or Plastic

Eye Protection: Dust goggles

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Long sleeved shirt and trousers.

Work/Hygienic Practices: Avoid contact with eyes and skin. 



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