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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET GENIUM PUBLISHING CORPORATION 1145 CATALYN ST., SCHENECTADY, NY 12303 USA (518) 377-8854 From Gemum's MSDS Collection, to be used as a reference.____ IP MSDS#. N 3 SODIUM HYDROXIDE Revision B Issued: September, 1977 Revised: August, 1985 SECTION 1. MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION 17 MATERIAL NAME: SODIUM HYDROXIDE OTHER DESIGNATIONS: Caustic Soda, Soda Lye, NaOH, CAS #1310-73-2 MANUFACTURER: Available from many suppliers including: Dow Chemical USA, Inorganic Chemicals Dept. 2020 Dow Center Midland, MI 48640 (517) 630-1000 Diamond Shamrock Co., Chlor-Alkali Div.. 351 Phelps Court, Box 152300 /n Irving, TX 75015-2300 (800) 241-3134 V3/Cl, SECTION 2. INGREDIENTS AND HAZARDS % HAZARD DATA Typical content: Sodium Hydroxide (NaOHl IMPURITIES: Sodium Carbonate (Na-rCOj) Sodium Chloride (NaCl) Sodium Sulfate fNa-iSOM; Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium Silicon Dioxide (SiO-i) Other metals (Total) * Current (1985 - 36) ACGIH TLY. over 3 hours. >96 Ceiling limit: 2 mg/m' 0.3-2.5 0.01-2.1 Skin, Rabbit: 0.02-0.1 50 mg/24H - Severe 0.1 irritation 0.03 0.01 Eye, Rabbit: The current OSilA PEL is 2.0 mg/mJ averaged 0.05 mg/24H - Severe irritation SECTION 3. PHYSICAL DATA Boiling Point, 1 atm ..................... 1388C Volatiles ... non volatile 9 room temperature Melting point ..................................... 31SC Water solubility, g/lOOcc: Specific gravity(20/4C) .............. 2.13 $ 0C ................................ 42 Vapor pressure, mmHg ?"39C ... 1 9 100C ............................ 347 Molecular weight ................... 40 APPEARANCE a ODOR: White or off-white hygroscopic solid. No odor. DESCRIPTION: .Anhydrous alkaline solid (flake, pellet, etc.) SECTION 4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA Flash Point and Method Autoigmuon Temo. None - non combustible N/A FlimmaOilitv Limits in Air N/A Lower Upper N/A N/A Although this material is not combustible, it can be hazardous if present in a fire area. It can melt and flow when heated (m.p. 318C). The hot or molten material can react violently with water (splattering) and can cause ignition of combustible materials. It can also react with certain metals, such as aluminum, to generate flammable hydrogen gas. (Also see Section 5). Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear when fighting fires involving this material. SECTION 5. REACTIVITY DATA This material is staole unaer normal conditions of storage and handling. It does not undergo hazardous polymerization nor does it evolve any hazardous decomposition products. It slowly absorbs moisture from the air and reacts with carbon dioxide from the air to form sodium carbonate. Sodium hydroxide reacts violently with water, strong acids and with many organic chemicals, especially with nitrocarbons and chlorocarbons. It will react with trichloroethylene to form spontaneously flammable dichloroacetylene. Considerable heat is generated when it dissolves in water. Avoid contact with leather and wool. Contact with aluminum, tin, zinc, and alloys that contain these metals causes the formation of hydrogen gas (flammable). GENIUM PUBUSHim OO A 0??005 OONF TOFNT T Al MSDS N 5 Issued 8/85 SODIUM HYDROXIDE SECTION 6. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION TLV (Ceiling limit) 2mg/taJ Sodium nyaroxide is a strong alkali and is dangerous wnen improperly nanalea. it can oe destructive to ail human tissue it contacts, producing severe bums. Eye contact causes severe, permanent injury. Skin contact causes irritation and, if not removed immediately, severe bums with scarring. The effects of inhalation of the dust or mist vary from mild irritation to destructive bums. Pneumonitis may occur. Ingestion causes severe bums of the mouth, throat and stomach and may be fatal. FIRST AID: EYE CONTACT: Wash eyes immediately with plenty of running water for no less than IS minutes, including under the eyelids and all surfaces. Speed in rinsing out the eyes with wateT after contact is extremely important if permanent injury is to be avoided. Get medical attention promptly. SKIN CONTACT: Wash contaminated area promptly with large quantities of water. Remove contaminated clothing while washing. Pro long washing in serious cases until medical help arrives - even for an hour or longer. Physician should see all cases other than minor exposures to small areas of the skin. INHALATION: Remove from exposure to mist or dust and get prompt medical help. INGESTION: Immediately give person large quantities of water or milk to drink (never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person). DO NOT induce vomiting. Obtain medical assistance immediately. SECTION 7. SPILL. LEAK AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES Clean-up personnel should wear protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact. Promptly shovel up spilled solid sodium hydroxide into suitable containers for reclaim. Avoid dust generation! Clean-uD soills oromotly as moisture absorption from air mpy make clean-up difficult. Flusn contaminated surfaces with water and neutralize with dilute acid, preferably acetic acid, to remove final traces. Finally, rinse with water. DISPOSAL: Waste caustic should never be discharged directly into drains, sewers or surface waters. Dilute well with water and carefully neutralize with acid. Follow all applicable Federal, State and local regulations. EPA HAZARDOUS WASTE NUMBER: D002, corrosive (solns c pH > 12.5 - 40CFR261.22). REPORTABLE SPILL QUANTITY: 1000 lbs (40CFR117). SECTION 8. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION Provide adequate general ana/or iocai exnaust ventilation to meet iLV requirements, especially wnere ousting or misting conditions can exist. Use a NIOSH approved respirator for dust/mist where needed. Use chemical safety goggles, A plastic face shield in addition to safety goggles is also desirable where misting/splashing may occur. Use rubber gloves, rubber apron or protective suit, and rubber boots where needed to prevent contact with sodium hydroxide, especially when preparing solutions. Eye wash stations and safety showers must be immediately available. This is a special hazard to contact lenses wearers; soft lenses may absorb and all lenses concentrate irritants. Contact between caustic and contact lenses will severely hamper contact lens removal due to the slippery nature of this caustic. SECTION 9. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND COMMENTS Store in well-sealed containers in a dry location. Protect containers from physical damage. Avoid handling conditions that may lead to spills or leaks or the formation of mist or dust. Wherever this material is stored, unloaded, handled or used, abundant water (preferably running water) should be available for emergency use. Drains servicing areas where this material is stored or used should have retention basins for pH adjustment and dilution of spills and flushings before discharge. Workers handling this material should be trained in proper handling and emergency procedures. DOT HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: Corrosive Material DOT LABEL: CORROSIVE DOT ID NUMBER: UN1823 DATA SOURCEfS) CODE (See Olomry) 2, 4, 9, 11, 12, 27, 55, 58, MSDS 3 (rev. A). v. APPROVALS /P./85". JOA 5/85IM MEDICAL REVIEW: GENIUM PUBLISHING Copyright Angust 1, 1985 DO A 077000 OONFTOFNTTAl