Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
Potassium or sodium hydroxide (20)
Concentration
100%
General Information
Revision date
2009-05-11
Product name
SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 1N
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Company Information
company name
GE Betz, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
******************************************************************************** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW WARNING May cause moderate irritation to the skin. Severe irritant to the eyes, possibly corrosive. Mists/aerosols cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract. DOT hazard: Corrosive to aluminum, RQ Odor None; Appearance Colorless, Liquid Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus(full face-piece type). Proper fire-extinguishing media: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water ********************************************************************************
Potential health effects
ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS: Primary route of exposure; May cause moderate irritation to the skin. ACUTE EYE EFFECTS: Severe irritant to the eyes, possibly corrosive. ACUTE RESPIRATORY EFFECTS: Mists/aerosols cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract. INGESTION EFFECTS: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with possible nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort and diarrhea. TARGET ORGANS: Prolonged or repeated exposures may cause primary irritant dermatitis.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Not known. SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: May cause redness or itching of skin, irritation, and/or tearing of eyes (direct contact).
