SODIUM

Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp

Revision date : 2016-08-12

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GHS02 GHS05 GHS06 GHS08
Health risk rating 5
Safety risk rating 5
Environmental risk rating 5

Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists

General Information

Revision date

2016-08-12

Product name

SODIUM

Product Synonyms

SODIUM METHOXIDE, 0.5 M METHANOLIC SOLUTION, REAGENT, ACS

supplier name

Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp

Emergency telephone

1-800-424-9300

Icons in SDS

GHS02 GHS06 GHS07 GHS08

Company Information

company name

Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp

GHS Information

Signal word

Danger

Section 2

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous according to the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 2

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Highly flammable liquid and vapor

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

Can burn with an invisible flame May cause blindness if swallowed

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear eye/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ .? /equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep cool Wear protective gloves

Response

Specific treatment (see .? on this label) IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

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