Sodium Metal

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Substances and mixtures, which in contact with water, emit flammable gases, category 1 Corrosive Skin corrosion, category 1B Serious eye damage, category 1 Water-react. 1. Skin Corr. 1B. Eye Dam. 1.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary statements

If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of fire: Use agents recommended in section 5 for extinction. Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. Dispose of contents and container as instructed in Section 13. Other Non-GHS Classification: WHMIS E F NFPA/HMIS NFPA SCALE (0-4)

HMIS® ratings

0-4)