Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
2.5-10
General Information
Revision date
2016-08-12
Product name
GENGARD GN7202
Emergency telephone
(800) 877-1940
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
GE Water & Process Technologies Canada
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Corrosive to metals Category 1
Health hazards
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
Keep only in original packaging. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear eye protection/face protection.
Response
If swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 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. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Page: 1 / 9
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
None known.
Additional information
None.
