Sodium acetate (3M), component Sodium Acetate (NaAC) (

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Emergency Overview Appearance: White crystals Caution! May cause eye and skin irritation. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air). Target Organs: None.

Potential health effects

Eye: May cause eye irritation. Skin: May cause skin irritation. Ingestion: Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. Inhalation: No hazard expected in normal industrial use. Chronic: No information found. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Section 4: First Aid Measures Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Combustion generates toxic fumes. Extinguishing Media: For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. Autoignition Temperature: 599 deg C (1,110.20 deg F) Flash Point: No information found.

NFPA Ratings

Health-1; flammability-1; reactivity-0 Explosion Limits Lower n/a Upper n/a ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Section 6: Accidental Release Measures General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. Place under an inert atmosphere. Do not get water inside containers. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Section 7: Handling and Storage Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing dust.

Storage

Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store protected from moisture. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits. Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals. An eye wash fountain should be available in the immediate work area. Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described in 29 CFR 1910.133. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134. Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Physical State: Crystalline powder Color: White Odor: Odorless pH: 8.9 (1M aq soln) Vapor Pressure: Not available Vapor Density: Not available Evaporation Rate: Not available Viscosity: Not available Boiling Point: 253°F Freezing/Melting Point: 136°F Decomposition Temperature: Not available Solubility in water: Soluble Specific Gravity/Density: 1.45 Molecular Formula: C2H3O2Na.3H2O Molecular Weight: 136.08 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moist air or water. Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

RTECS CAS# 6131-90-4 AJ4580000 LD50/LC50 CAS# 6131-90-4 Not available Carcinogenicity CAS# 6131-90-4 Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Proposition 65 Epidemiology: No information available.

Teratogenic Effects

No information available Reproductive: No information available. Mutagenicity: Mutagenic effects have occurred in experimental animals. Neurotoxicity: No information available. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity: No data available. Acute aquatic effects (for anhydrous sodium acetate)96-hour LC50; Fathead minnow GT 100 mg/L 96-hour LC50; Water flea GT 1000 mg/L. This chemical has a high biological oxygen demand, and it is expected to cause significant oxygen depletion in aquatic systems. It has a low potential to affect aquatic organisms. Environmental: This chemical is readily biodegradable and is not likely to bioconcentrate. Physical: None reported -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Disposal

Considerations Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Section 14: Transport Information US DOT Shipping Name: Not regulated. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Section 15: Regulatory Information US Federal TSCA: CAS# 6131 -90 -4 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate. It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)). SARA Reportable Quantities (RQ): CAS# 6131-90-4 does not have a RQ. CERCLA/SARA Section 313: Not reportable under Section 313. OSHA - Highly Hazardous: Not considered highly hazardous by OSHA. US State State Right to Know: CAS# 6131-90-4 is not listed on the following state right to know lists: California, Florida, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, and Massachusetts. California Regulations: Not listed. European/International Regulations Canadian DSL/NDSL: CAS# 6131-90-4 is listed on Canada’s DSL List. Canada Ingredient Disclosure List: CAS# 6131-90-4 is not listed on the Ingredient Disclosure List. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Further information

The above information is offered in good faith as accurate, but without guarantee, and should be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It doesn't represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. IMMAGINA BIOTECHNOLOGY srl shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling of from contact with the above product. All risks of use of the product should be assumed by the user. Safety Data Sheet for Sodium Hydroxide Section 1: Company and Chemical Identification IMMAGINA BIOTECHNOLOGY srl, Via alla Cascata 56/C, 38123 Trento, Italy, Tel: +390461312018, info@immaginabiotech.com Chemical Name: Sodium Hydroxide Sodium Hydroxide This MSDS contains information about Sodium Hydroxide and applies to IMMAGINA BIOTECHNOLOGY product Hi-solution (HI) (