Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7681-57-4
Name of the chemical
Sodium metabisulfite
Concentration
1.0-5.0
EC/CAS
7757-83-7
Name of the chemical
Sodium sulphite
Concentration
60.0-100.0
General Information
Revision date
2012-06-27
Product name
NALCO 2811 PULV
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
OXYGEN SCAVENGER
Emergency telephone
(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC
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Company Information
company name
Nalco Company
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW** WARNING Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Contains Sulfite. Causes asthmatic signs and symptoms in hyper-reactive individuals. Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not breathe dust. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Not flammable or combustible. May evolve oxides of sulfur (SOx) under fire conditions.
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eye, Skin, Inhalation
Health hazards
ACUTE EYE CONTACT : Can cause moderate to severe irritation. SKIN CONTACT : Can cause moderate irritation. INGESTION : There may be irritation to the gastro-intestinal tract with nausea and vomiting. May cause asthmatic-like attack. INHALATION : Irritating to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs. Contains Sulfite. Causes asthmatic signs and symptoms in hyper-reactive individuals. AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS : A review of available data does not identify any worsening of existing conditions. EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC CHRONIC Ingestion of sulfite can cause a severe allergic reaction in asthmatics and some sulfite sensitive individuals. The resulting symptoms can include difficulty in breathing, flushed skin and a rash.
