**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| |EDTA | 5.0-15.0 | unlisted |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 1310-73-2 |Sodium hydroxide | 1.0-5.0 | 215-185-5 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases: 34
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Causes burns.The toxicological properties of this material have not
been fully investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation and possible burns.
Skin:
May cause severe irritation and possible burns.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause burns to the
digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause burns to the
respiratory tract.
Chronic:
No information found.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# :
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as tellurium): 0.1 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as tellurium): 0.3 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (listed under Tellurium).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as tellurium): 0.1 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: (listed as tellurium): 0.1 mg/m3 VME
Germany: (listed as tellurium): 0.1 mg/m3 VME
Malaysia: (listed as tellurium): 0.1 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: (listed as tellurium): 0.1 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: (listed as tellurium): 0.01 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: (listed as tellurium): 0.1 mg/m3 VLA-ED
CAS# 1310-73-2:
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 2 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 2 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 2 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 2 mg/m3 VME
Germany: 2 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction)
Japan: 2 mg/m3 Ceiling
Malaysia: 2 mg/m3 Ceiling
Spain: 2 mg/m3 VLA-EC
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical splash goggles.
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 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: colorless to light yellow
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Very soluble in water
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: Not applicable.
Molecular Weight:
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Irritating and toxic fumes and gases.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# unlisted.
CAS# 1310-73-2: WB4900000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
CAS# 1310-73-2: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 400 ug Mild; Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 1% Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 50 ug/24H Severe;
Draize test, rabbit, eye: 1 mg/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit,
skin: 500 mg/24H Severe.
Carcinogenicity:
EDTA -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Sodium hydroxide -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1824
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1824
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1824
Packing group: III
USA RQ: CAS# 1310-73-2: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases:
R 34 Causes burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 2 Keep out of reach of children.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 28 After contact with skin, wash immediately
with...
S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face
protection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# : No information available.
CAS# 1310-73-2: 1
Canada
CAS# 1310-73-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 1310-73-2 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.
CAS# 1310-73-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
Text for R-phrases from Section 2
R 35 Causes severe burns.
MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997 Revision #2 Date: 3/18/2003
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