| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2657 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Sodium Metabisulfite Reagent A.C.S., Granular |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | Na’S’O• |
| RTECS: | UX8225000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 7681-57-4 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Sodium Metabisulfite | CAS# 7681-57-4 | 100% | W/W | OSHA TWA 5 mg/mƒ |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Negligible fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Evacuate area. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Sweep up into metal container.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry well ventilated area. Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH approved dust mask
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 150°c | Specific Gravity | 1.48
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| Boiling Point: | decomp. Rapidily @150°c |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 0 |
| Vapor Pressure: | not applicable |
Evaporation Rate: | not applicable |
| Vapor Density: |
not applicable |
Evaporation Standard: |
Not Applicable |
| Solubility in Water: |
39%@16°c |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
white granular /pungent odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
not applicable |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: air, strength deminishes with age. |
Materials to Avoid:
acids,oxidizers,aluminium powder and air. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
TOXIC fumes of sodium oxide and sulfur dioxide. |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| DANGER!! This material releases TOXIC sulfurous gases when it decomposes with air. Effects of over exposure: diarrhea,circulatory distress and central nervous system depression. Acute:some individuals are EXTREMELY sensitive to small amounts of this material. Broncho constriction, angia,edema, gastrointestinal disturbances and flushing. Chronic: WARNING!! Harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory problems,an allergic reactions to skin and eyes. Target organs: respiratory tract,throat , and gastrointestinal tract. Conditions aggravated/target organs. Persons with pre-existing eye,skin or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Not Regulated |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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