Sodium ethoxide (20% solution in ethanol)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H251, H290, H314, H318

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

EU Classification

CLASS regulations 2013 Flammable liquids (Category 3), H226 Self-heating substances and mixtures (Category 1), H251 Corrosive to Metals (Category 1), H290 Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 1A), H314 Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 1), H318 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

2.2 Label elements

Labelling according to CLASS regulations 2013

Signal word

Danger Danger

Hazard statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor. H251 Self-heating; may catch fire. H290 May be corrosive to metals. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. none

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P305 + P351 + P338 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. P310 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.

Storage

P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P407 Maintain air gap between stacks/ pallets. Reduced Labeling (<= 125 ml)

Precautionary statements

none Refer to the Safety Data Sheet before use.

2.3 Other hazards

Reacts violently with water. SECTION 3: Composition and information of the ingredients of the hazardous chemical