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MSDS Number: S3338 * * * * * Effective Date: 11/02/01 * * * * * Supercedes: 11/17/99
SODIUM CHLORIDE
1. Product Identification
Synonyms: Salt; Rock Salt; Saline; Table Salt
CAS No.: 7647-14-5
Molecular Weight: 58.44
Chemical Formula: NaCl
Product Codes:
J.T. Baker: 3624, 3625, 3627, 3628, 3629, 4058, 4924, 5589, 5833
Mallinckrodt: 4577, 5519, 7361, 7532, 7534, 7540, 7544, 7576, 7581, 7713, V482
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5 99 - 100% Yes
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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WARNING! CAUSES EYE IRRITATION.
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J.T. Baker SAF -T-DATA (tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience)
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Health Rating: 1 - Slight
Flammability Rating: 0 - None
Reactivity Rating: 0 - None
Contact Rating: 1 - Slight
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT
Storage Color Code: Orange (General Storage)
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Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
May cause mild irritation to the respiratory tract.
Ingestion:
Very large doses can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and prostration. Dehydration and congestion occur in most
internal organs. Hypertonic salt solutions can produce violent inflammatory reactions in the
gastrointestinal tract.
Skin Contact:
May irritate damaged skin; absorption can occur with effects similar to those via ingestion.
Eye Contact:
Causes irritation, redness, and pain. (For salt concentrations greater than the normal saline present.)
Chronic Exposure:
No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
No information found.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion:
If large amounts were swallowed, give water to drink and get medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids
occasionally. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion:
Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
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Special Information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing
apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8.
Spills: Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or disposal. Vacuuming or wet sweeping may be used to
avoid dust dispersal. Small amounts of residue may be flushed to sewer with plenty of water.
7. Handling and Storage
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage.
Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids);
observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
None established.
Ventilation System:
In general, dilution ventilation is a satisfactory health hazard control for this substance. However, if
conditions of use create discomfort to the worker, a local exhaust system should be considered.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
For conditions of use where exposure to dust or mist is apparent and engineering controls are not feasible,
a particulate respirator (NIOSH type N95 or better filters) may be worn. If oil particles (e.g. lubricants,
cutting fluids, glycerine, etc.) are present, use a NIOSH type R or P filter. For emergencies or instances
where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator.
WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:
Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance:
White crystals.
Odor:
Odorless.
Solubility:
36g/100cc water @ 20C (68F)
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Specific Gravity:
2.16
pH:
6.7 - 7.3 (aqueous solution)
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):
0
Boiling Point:
1413C (2575F)
Melting Point:
801C (1474F)
Vapor Density (Air=1):
No information found.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
1.0 @ 865C (1589F)
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1):
No information found.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage. Hygroscopic.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
When heated to above 801C (1474F) it emits toxic fumes of chloride and sodium oxide.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:
Lithium, bromine trifluoride.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatibles.
11. Toxicological Information
Oral rat LD50: 3000 mg/kg.
Inhalation rat LC50: > 42 gm/m3 /1H.
Skin rabbit LD50: > 10 gm/kg. Investigated as a mutagen, reproductive effector.
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Sodium Chloride (7647-14-5) No No None
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate:
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No information found.
Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.
13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved
waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste
management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations.
Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Sodium Chloride (7647-14-5) Yes Yes Yes Yes
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Sodium Chloride (7647-14-5) Yes Yes No Yes
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Sodium Chloride (7647-14-5) No No No No
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Sodium Chloride (7647-14-5) No No No
Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: No Fire: No Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Pure / Solid)
Australian Hazchem Code: None allocated.
Poison Schedule: None allocated.
WHMIS:
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This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations
(CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
WARNING! CAUSES EYE IRRITATION.
Label Precautions:
Avoid contact with eyes.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Label First Aid:
In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if irritation develops or persists.
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
MSDS Section(s) changed since last revision of document include: 8.
Disclaimer:
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representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to
the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this
product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in
determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. MALLINCKRODT BAKER, INC.
MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
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FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.
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