Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
5-45
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
to 100
General Information
Revision date
2023-05-03
Product name
CAUSTIC SODA - LIQUID (5%-45%)
Product Synonyms
Sodium hydroxide - liquid (20%-30%), Soda lye solution (20%-30%), Caustic soda solution (20%-30%), Sodium hydroxide solution (20%-30%), Liquid caustic soda (20%-30%), Caustic soda 10%, Caustic soda - liquid 17%, Caustic soda solution 17%, Liquid caustic soda 17%, Caustic soda 5%, Aluminux LL; Sodium hydroxide 2.4N; Caustic Soda 5% low chlorate; Sodium hydroxide 2.0N
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Chemical and explosives manufacture; neutralising agent
supplier name
Ixom Operations Pty Ltd
Emergency telephone
1 800 033 111
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Company Information
company name
Ixom Operations Pty Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H290, H314, H335
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H290
May be corrosive to metals
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification GHS Classification Classified as dangerous goods in accordance with the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail ADG) Classified as a hazardous chemical in accordance with the criteria of Safe Work Australia - Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Corrosive to metals Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3
Signal word
Danger Label elements Corrosion Exclamation mark Hazard statements H290 - May be corrosive to metals H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H335 - May cause respiratory irritation Precautionary Statements - Prevention Keep only in original container Do not breathe fume, gas, mist, vapours, spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection Precautionary Statements - Response Specific treatment (see First aid on this SDS) 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 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Get immediate medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting Absorb spillage to prevent material damage Precautionary Statements - Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up Store in corrosion resistant container with a resistant inner liner
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable
Other hazards which do not result in classification
General Hazards Poisons Schedule (SUSMP) 6
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(ADG). Classified as a hazardous chemical in accordance with the criteria of Safe Work Australia - Globally Harmonized System (GHS). Corrosive to metals Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 SIGNAL WORD Danger Label elements
