NALCO 2897

Hazardous Ingredients

CAS NO % (w/w) Sodium Hydroxide 1310-73-2 1.0 - 5.0 Sodium Molybdate 7631-95-0 1.0 - 5.0 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION **EMERGENCY OVERVIEW** DANGER Corrosive. May cause tissue damage. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. 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. Protect product from freezing. Wear a face shield. Wear chemical resistant apron, chemical splash goggles, impervious gloves and boots. May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of phosphorus (POx) under fire conditions. PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE Eye, Skin HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS - ACUTE EYE CONTACT Corrosive. Will cause eye burns and permanent tissue damage. SKIN CONTACT May cause severe irritation or tissue damage depending on the length of exposure and the type of first aid administered. INGESTION Not a likely route of exposure. Corrosive; causes chemical burns to the mouth, throat and stomach. INHALATION Not a likely route of exposure. Irritating, in high concentrations, to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs. SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE Acute A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned. Chronic A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned. 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 HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS - CHRONIC No adverse effects expected other than those mentioned above.