MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET





I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION



Product: Sodium Bicarbonate / Alkalinity Increaser

Chemical Family: Alkaline Salts

Formula: NaHCO3

CAS Number: 144-55-8

Synonyms: Sodium acid carbonate, baking soda



COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

AllChem Performance Products

6010 NW First Place

Gainesville, FL 32607

Tel:352-378-9696



II � COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS



                                         Exposure Limits

Chemical or Common Name:            OSHA PEL:         ACGIH TLV:



Sodium Bicarbonate [144-55-8] 99%





III � HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION



Primary Route(s) of Entry:

       Ingestion:          ()

       Inhalation:         ()

       Skin Contact:       ()

       Eye Contact:        ()

Primary Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic):

Carcinogenicity Listings:

       OSHA:          ()

       NTP:           ()

       IARC:          ()

Signs & Symptoms of Exposure:

       Ingestion:

       Inhalation:

       Skin Contact:

       Eye Contact:

Medical Conditions Aggravated By Exposure:









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IV � FIRST AID MEASURES



Emergency and First Aid Procedures:

      Ingestion:

      Inhalation:

      Skin Contact: Wash with water until clean. Wash clothing before reuse.

      Eye Contact: Wash immediately with running water, for at least fifteen minutes.

              Call a doctor to take patient to the nearest medical institution.



V � FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES



FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA



Sodium Bicarbonate is a non-flammable chemical product. It is not susceptible to

      producing flames or explosions



Flash Point (Method Used):

Flammable Limits:

       LEL:

       UEL:

Extinguishing Media:

Special Fire-fighting Procedures:

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:



VI � ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES



Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is Spilled Or Released:

       If Sodium Bicarbonate is spilled, it should be picked up with a shovel, filling a

       receptacle properly labeled and closed for later disposal.



VII � HANDLING AND STORAGE



Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage:

       Avoid exposure to high temperatures. Store product in a dry place, avoiding

       humidity. Generally, Sodium Bicarbonate is recognized as a safe material for

       humans and animals.

Other Precautions:



VIII � EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION



Respiratory Protection: Use a breathing mask with dust filter.

Ventilation:

       Local Exhaust:

       Mechanical Exhaust:

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Use safety glasses or goggles, use gloves, apron

       and shoes made of synthetic material (which does not permit alkaline solutions to

       pass through). Use hairnets or turbans to protect the scalp.





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Work/ Hygienic Practices:





IX - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS



Boiling Point:

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):

Vapor Density (Air=1):

Solubility in Water:

Appearance and odor: Crystalline Solid, White

Specific Gravity (H2O=1):

Percent volatile by volume:

Melting Point: Decomposes without fusing, releasing CO, Na2CO3 and H2O

Evaporation Rate:

Bulk Density: 56.18 lb/ft3. (minimum)

Molecular Weight: 84.01



X � STABILITY AND REACTIVITY



Stability:     () Unstable           (X) Stable under normal conditions

        Conditions to Avoid: Avoid exposure to high temperatures

Incompatibility: Avoid contact with acids, it reacts releasing CO2 gas.

Hazardous Decomposition or By-Products:

Hazardous Polymerization:            () May Occur             () Will Not Occur



XI - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION



Acute Toxicity:

Target Organ Toxicity:

Reproductive and Development Toxicity:

Carcinogenicity:

Mutagenicity:



XII � ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION



Aquatic Toxicity:

Avian Toxicity:



ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS (PR Notice 93-10)



This product is toxic to fish and aquatic organisms. Do not contaminate water by cleaning

of equipment or disposal of wastes. Do not discharge effluent containing this product into

lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans, or other waters unless in accordance with the

requirements of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and

the permitting authority has been notified in writing prior to discharge. Do not discharge

effluent containing this product to sewer systems without previously notifying the local







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sewage treatment plant authority. For guidance, contact your State Water board or

Regional Office of the EPA.



XIII � DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS



Waste Disposal Method: Sodium Bicarbonate waste should be handled according to the

      actual State and/or Federal regulation.



XIV - TRANSPORTATION DATA



U.S. Department of Transportation - 49 CFR



Not regulated



Proper Shipping Name:

Hazard Class/Division Number:

ID Number:

Packing Group:

Label Required:

Placard Required:

Marine Pollutant:

Emergency Telephone Number:         Chemtrec 800-424-9300



International Maritime Organization - IMDG



Proper Shipping Name:

Hazard Class/Division Number:

ID Number:

Packing Group:

Label Required:

Placard Required:

Marine Pollutant:

Emergency Telephone Number:         Chemtrec 202-483-7616 [call collect]



XV - REGULATORY INFORMATION



SARA Title III:

TSCA:



XVI - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION



ALWAYS COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE INTERNATIONAL, FEDERAL,

STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS REGARDING THE TRANSPORTATION,

STORAGE, USE AND DISPOSAL OF THIS CHEMICAL.



Due to the changing nature of regulatory requirements, the REGULATORY







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INFORMATION listed in Section XV of this document should NOT be considered all-

inclusive or authoritative. International, Federal, State and Local regulations should be

consulted to determine compliance with all required reporting requirements.



The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources, which we believe are reliable.

HOWEVER, THE INFORMATION IS PROVIDED WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY,

EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING ITS CORRECTNESS. The conditions or

methods of handling, storage, use, and disposal of the product are beyond our control and

may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT

ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR

LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY

CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF

THE PRODUCT. This MSDS was prepared and is to be used only for this product. If

the product is used as a component in another product, this MSDS information may not

be applicable.



Revised: 02/01/1998









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