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General Information
Revision date
2015-09-01
Product name
Sodium Carbonate, Anhydrous
CAS No.
497-19-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Oil well drilling fluid additive. Calcium precipitation This chemical is certified to ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water Chemicals – Health Effects (as packaged in the original, unopened container). Concentration not to exceed 100 ppm when used for corrosion control or scale control pH adjustment
supplier name
Drillchem Drilling Solutions
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Drillchem Drilling Solutions
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H319
Causes serious eye irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA Emergency Overview: White, odorless, granular solid. Product is non-combustible. Reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide gas and heat. May irritate skin and eyes. Dusts may irritate respiratory tract. Not expected to be toxic to the environment, nor to aquatic organisms. Avoid simultaneous exposure to soda ash and lime dust. In the presence of moisture (i.e. perspiration) the two materials combine to form caustic soda (NaOH), which may cause burns. Hazard Classification Class Category Eye Irritant Category 2
Hazard statements
H319 Causes serious eye irritation EC Labelling: Name of Substance to appear on label Sodium Carbonate
Hazard pictograms
Xi- irritating Label Phrases R36: Irritating to eyes. S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S2: Keep out of reach of children S22: Do not breath dust
Potential health effects
Skin Eyes Ingestions Inhalation Prolonged contact may cause skin irritation (red, dry, cracked skin). Irritating to the eyes. Although low in toxicity, ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, and diarrhea. Prolonged inhalation of product dusts may irritate nose, throat, and lungs.
Potential chronic health
Excessive, long term contact may produce “soda ulcers” on hands and perforation of the nasal septum. Sensitivity reactions may occur from prolonged and repeated exposure. This product does not contain any ingredient designated by IARC,
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Class Category Hazard Statement Eye Irritant Category 2 H319 Causes serious eye irritation
