Sodium Hydroxide, NF/FCC Pellets

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314, H402

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.3 Other hazards

Corrosive to the respiratory tract

Signal word

Danger

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Corrosive to Metal Category 1 Skin corrosion Category 1A Serious eye damage Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 3

Hazard statements

H290 May be corrosive to metals H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.

Precautionary statements

P234 Keep only in original container. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P404+P405 Store in a closed container. Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Potential health effects

Eyes Causes serious eye damage. Causes permanent damage to the cornea, iris, or conjunctiva. Can cause blindness. Inhalation Harmful if inhaled. Corrosive to the respiratory tract. Skin Causes severe skin burns. Ingestion Ingestion is likely to be harmful or have adverse effects. May cause burns or irritation of the lining of the mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract NFPA Ratings HMIS Ratings Health 3 Flammability 0 Reactivity 1 Health 3 Fire 0 Reactivity 1 Specific hazard Not Available