Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
100%
General Information
Version
0
Revision date
2006-06-27
Product name
Hercules Glug Drain Opener
CAS No.
1310-73-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Use in drains
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Hercules Chemical Company, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
DANGER! Emergency Overview POISON MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED Corrosive Harmful by inhalation The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes Reacts violently with water Appearance Off-white. Physical State Solid. Powder. Odor Odorless.
Principle Routes of Exposure
Skin contact, Eye contact, Ingestion. Acute Effects Eyes Skin Inhalation Causes burns. Corrosive to the eyes and may cause severe damage including blindness. Causes burns. Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation of corrosive fumes/gases may cause coughing, choking, headache, dizziness, and weakness for several hours. Pulmonary edema may occur with tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, bluish skin, decreased blood pressure, and increased heart rate. Aspiration into lungs can produce severe lung damage. Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion causes burns of the upper digestive and respiratory tract. Can burn mouth, throat, and stomach.
Potential chronic health
Possible risks of irreversible effects. See Section 11 for additional Toxicological information.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Preexisting eye disorders. Skin disorders. Respiratory disorders.
Environmental effects
See Section 12 for additional Ecological information
