| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause perforation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found. | |
| [Eyes] No information regarding eye irritation and other potential effects was found. | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Appearance] White solid. | |
| [Melting Point] 204 - 207 | |
| [Product Name] Potassium 3-methoxy-3-oxopropanoate | |
| [Synonyms] Methyl potassium malonate Potassium 3-methoxy-3-oxopropanoate Potassium ethyl oxalate Propanedioic acid, monomethyl ester, potassium salt | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_38330-80-2.htm">38330-80-2 | |
| [Formula] C4H5KO4 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 156.18 | |
| [EINECS] 253-886-8 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 3633585 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. | |
| [Disposal Code] 3 | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [HS Code] 2917 19 10 |
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