EMS CATALOG NO: 21125
EMS PRODUCT: Sodium Bicarbonate
DATE: 12/11/2001
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
The information contained herein is based on data considered
accurate. However, no warranty is expressed or implied
regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be
obtained from the use thereof.
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personal injury or property damage to vendees, users or
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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PRODUCT NAME: Sodium Bicarbonate
CAS NUMBER: 144-55-8 100%
CHEMICAL FORMULA: NaHCO3
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COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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TOXICOLOGICAL DATA ON INGREDIENTS: Sodium bicarbonate
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4220 mg;kg (Rat).
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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POTENTIAL ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS:
Slightly dangerous to dangerous in case of eye contact (irritant), of
inhalation. Very slightly to slightly dangerous in case of skin
contact (irritant), of ingestion. This product may irritate eyes and
skin upon contact.
POTENTIAL CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS:
CARCINOGENIC, MUTAGENIC AND TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TOXICITY OF THE PRODUCT TO THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM: Not available.
There is no known effect from chronic exposure to this product.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical
condition.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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EYE CONTACT: Check for and remove any contact lenses. IMMEDIATELY
flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. COLD water may be used. DO NOT
use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT:
If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the
contaminated clothes as quickly as possible, protecting your own hands
and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical
touches the victim's exposed skin, such as the hands: Gently and
thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and
non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices,
creases and groin. COLD water may be used. Cover the irritated skin
with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
INHALATION: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area.
Seek medical attention.
INGESTION:
Remove dentures if any. Have conscious person drink several
glasses of water or milk. INDUCE VOMITING by sticking finger in
throat. Lower the head so that the vomit will not reenter the
mouth and throat. NEVER give an unconscious person anything to
ingest. Seek medical attention.
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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FLAMMABILITY OF THE PRODUCT: Non-flammable.
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: " "
FLASH POINTS: " "
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: " "
PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION: " "
FIRE HAZARDS IN PRESENCE OF VARIOUS
SUBSTANCES: " "
EXPLOSION HAZARDS IN PRESENCE OF VARIOUS SUBSTANCES:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact:
Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge:
Not available.
No specific information is available in our database regarding the
product's risks of explosion in the presence of various materials.
FIRE FIGHTING MEDIA AND INSTRUCTIONS: Non-flammable.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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SMALL SPILL:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient
waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on
the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and
regional authority requirements.
LARGE SPILL:
Our database contains no additional information in case of a
spill and/or a leak of the product. Use a shovel to put the
material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish
cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow
to evacuate through the sanitary system.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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DO NOT breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes. Wear suitable
protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear
suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek medical
attention and show the label when possible. Keep away from
incompatibles as acids.
STORAGE: No specific storage is required. Use shelves or cabinets
sturdy enough to bear the weight of the chemicals. Be sure
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that it is not necessary to strain to reach materials, and
that shelves are not overloaded.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist,
use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below
the exposure limit.
PERSONAL PROTECTION: Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be
sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator
or equivalent.
PERSONAL PROTECTION IN CASE OF A LARGE SPILL:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A
self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation
of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient;
consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
EXPOSURE LIMITS: Not available.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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PHYSICAL STATE/APPEARANCE: Solid.
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 84.01
pH (1% solnn/water: Not available.
BOILING POINT: Not available.
MELTING POINT: Decomposes. (50oC or 122oF)
CRITICAL TEMPERATURE: Not available.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.159 (Water=1)
VAPOR PRESSURE/DENSITY: Not available.
DISPERSION PROPERTIES: See solubility in water.
ODOR/TASTE/COLOR: Not available.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in cold water.
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STABILITY: The product is stable.
INSTABILITY TEMPERATURE: Not available.
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH VARIOUS SUBSTANCES: Slightly reactive to
reactive with acids.
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CORROSIVITY: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
POLYMERIZATION: No
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ROUTES OF ENTRY: Ingestion. Inhalation.
TOXICITY TO ANIMALS: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 4220 mg/kg (Rat).
CHRONIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS:
Toxicity of the product to the reproductive system. Not available.
OTHER TOXIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS:
Slightly dangerous to dangerous in case of eye contact (irritant), of
inhalation. Very slightly to slightly dangerous in case of skin
contact (irritant), of ingestion.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ECOTOXICITY: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION:
These products are carbon oxides (CO,CO2). Some metallic oxides.
TOXICITY OF THE PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION:
The products of degradation are more toxic.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Recycle to process, if possible. Consult
your local or regional authorities.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
IDENTIFICATION: Not applicable (PIN and PG).
SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR TRANSPORT: Not applicable.
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OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
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FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATIONS:
The following product is listed on TSCA: Sodium bicarbonate
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS: WARNING:
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This product contains a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
Chemical Ingredients requiring this warning: NONE
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of
California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Chemical ingredients requiring this warning: NONE
OTHER REGULATIONS: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard
Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
HMIS (U.S.A.) Health Hazard - 2 Fire Hazard - 0
Reactivity - 0
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