Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
46-50%
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
50-54%
General Information
Version
8
Revision date
2023-11-28
Product name
CAUSTIC SODA - LIQUID (46%-50%)
Product Synonyms
Sodium hydroxide - liquid (46%-50%), Soda lye solution (46%-50%), Caustic soda solution (46%-50%), Sodium hydroxide solution (46%-50%), Liquid caustic soda (46%-50%),
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Various cleaning and water treatment applications
supplier name
Nowchem
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Company Information
company name
Nowchem
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sales@nowchem.com.au
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 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
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
