Sodium amide

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit Category 1 Gas(es) = Ammonia flammable gases Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 3 (based on evolved NH3 gas) Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 A Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.

Physical hazards

Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Reacts violently with water May form explosive peroxides

Health hazards

Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 In contact with water, releases gases which are toxic if inhaled

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Toxic if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation Reacts violently with water May form explosive peroxides In contact with water, releases gases which are toxic if inhaled

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep container tightly closed Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower 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/doctor Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use limestone powder, sodium chloride or dry sand to extinguish

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic organisms