Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
25.0-50.0
General Information
Revision date
2024-05-31
Product name
Sodium Hydroxide
Chemical name
Alkaline mixture
CAS No.
1310-73-2
supplier name
Carbonfree Chemicals
Manufacturer Name
Carbonfree Chemicals
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, 703-527-3887
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Company Information
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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
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification of the chemical Clear, water-white liquid. Odorless
Signal word
DANGER!
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements
Keep only in original packaging. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. 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. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
Contact with most metals will generate flammable hydrogen gas. Contact with water gives off heat. Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Chronic skin contact with low concentrations may cause dermatitis.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Clear, water-white liquid. Odorless. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Most important hazards: May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation. Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse effects. Refer also to TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (Section 11). Hazard classification: Corrosive to Metals - Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 1 Eye Damage/Irritation - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure - Category 3 (respiratory)
