Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
1.0-5.0%
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
90.0-98.0%
General Information
Revision date
2011-11-02
Product name
SIFCO Process Electrocleaning
Emergency telephone
(800)424-9300, +1 (703)527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
SIFCO Applied Surface Concepts Division of Norman Hay plc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@sifcoasc.com
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview Clear, odorless liquid. Danger !! Causes severe burns Corrosive to skin, eyes, respiratory system. Emergency Response Guidebook # 154
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation? Yes Skin? Yes Eyes? Yes Ingestion? Yes
Potential health effects
(Acute and Chronic) Inhalation: Irritating to eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. May cause sneezing, watering of the eyes, nasal discharge and coughing. Eyes: Corrosive to eyes and may cause severe eye damage. Ingestion: May cause severe and permanent damage to mouth, throat, and stomach. Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation. May cause skin burns. Skin Absorption: Substance does not absorb through the skin.
Potential chronic health
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause chronic dermatitis Recommended Exposure Limits 2 mg/m3 Signs and Symptoms Of Exposure Dependant on route(s) of entry. See section above for details.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Preexisting skin and eye conditions; respiratory system disorders.
