General Information
Version
3
Revision date
2024-04-02
Product name
Sodium pieces
Product Synonyms
No information available
CAS No.
7440-23-5
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical hazards
Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Reacts violently with water
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Reacts violently with water
Prevention
Do not allow contact with water Keep container tightly closed Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture
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/doctor Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water
Storage
Store locked up 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
May cause pulmonary edema
