Sodium

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases: Category 1

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1A Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water. Handle under inert gas/appropriate liquid. Protect from moisture. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing or face protection. Wear eye protection/face protection.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards May catch fire or form flammable gas in contact with water.