NIACET CORPORATION                                                MSDS

  400 47th St.                                                      NIACET ANHYDROUS

  Niagara Falls, NY 14304                                           SODIUM ACETATE

  Fx (716) 285 1497

  Ph (716) 285 1474                                                 Issued: January 2006



              EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: (800) 424 9300, (202) 483-7616

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                       MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

                       ANHYDROUS SODIUM ACETATE

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SECTION I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION



Product Name:      NIACET Sodium Acetate, Anhydrous

Chemical Synonyms: ASA; acetic acid, sodium salt

Chemical Family:   organic acid, sodium salt

Chemical Formula:  C2H3O2Na



SECTION II - INGREDIENTS                                   % by wt.                  CAS #



        Sodium Acetate (dry basis)                          99 min                   127-09-3

        Water                                               0.7 max                  7732-18-5



SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA



Molecular Weight:       82.03                      Appearance:            fine white crystals

pH of 10% Aq Soln:     7.5 to 9.2                  Odor:                  odorless

Melting Point:         324 'C                      Boiling Point:         not applicable

Vapor Pressure:         not applicable             Bulk Density:          approx. 50 lbs./cu. ft.

Solubility in Water:   34% at 20'C                 Reactivity in Water:   does not react



SECTION IV - FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD



Flash Point:                 None by Tag Closed Cup        Flammable Limits: Not Determined

Auto-Ignition Temperature:   Not Applicable

Unusual Hazards:             Avoid dispersion of dust to minimize possible explosion hazard.

Extinguishing Media:         Appropriate media for surrounding fire.



SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA



Hazardous Decomposition Products:        Carbon monoxide

Hazardous Polymerization:                Will not occur.

Incompatibility:                         Strong oxidizing agents



SECTION VI - TOXICITY DATA



Sodium Acetate is a non-toxic food chemical and Generally Recognized As Safe by the FDA.



Occupational Exposure: No exposure limits have been set by OSHA, NIOSH or ACGIH.

Carcinogen:            IARC: NO, NTP: NO, OSHA: NO

  NIACET CORPORATION                                                MSDS

  400 47th St.                                                      NIACET ANHYDROUS

  Niagara Falls, NY 14304                                           SODIUM ACETATE

  Fx (716) 285 1497

  Ph (716) 285 1474                                                 Issued: January 2006



              EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: (800) 424 9300, (202) 483-7616

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SECTION VII - HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION



Primary Routes of Exposure:



Ingestion:     If swallowed, wash mouth out with water.

Eye Contact:  Can cause irritation. Flush with water for at least 15 minutes, hold eyelids open.

              Get medical attention.

Skin Contact: May cause irritation of the skin. Wash area with soap and water.

              Get medical attention if irritation persists.

Inhalation:   If irritation develops, remove to fresh air.



Effects of Overexposure: Dust, in high concentration, may cause irritation of eyes, nose and throat.

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: None identified. Handle with reasonable care.



SECTION VIII - EMPLOYEE PROTECTION



Protective Clothing:      Appropriate work apparel. Plastic or rubber gloves optional.

Eye Protection:           Safety glasses should always be worn when working with chemicals.

Respiratory Protection:   Material should be handled in a manner that does not produce airborne particles.

                          If dust is a problem a dust mask or respirator is recommended.



SECTION IX - SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES



Action to be Taken for Spills:

Wear suitable protective clothing including a respirator or dust mask. Sweep up spillage and collect for

disposal. Wash down area with large quantities of water.



Disposal Methods:

Material is biodegradable. Dispose of in accordance with applicable Federal, state and local regulations.





SECTION X - OTHER REGULATORY CONTROLS



Sodium Acetate            TSCA Inventory:                    YES (all ingredients)

                          OSHA Hazard:                       NO

                          Regulated under RECRA:             NO

                          Regulated under CERCLA:            NO

                          Regulated under SARA Title III:    NO



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The information herein is given in good faith and believed to be accurate and has been compiled from

sources believed to be reliable. Buyer assumes all risk of use, storage and handling of this product in

compliance with applicable federal. state, and local laws and regulations.