General Information
Revision date
2021-06-21
Product name
SODIUM HYDROSULFITE, POWDER, TECHNICAL
CAS No.
7775-14-6
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Self-heating substances and mixtures Category 1
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Self-heating; may catch fire Appearance Crystalline powder Physical state Solid Odor Slight Sulfurous
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep cool. Protect from sunlight Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection
Response
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 INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up. Maintain air gap between stacks/pallets Store away from other materials
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Further information
May be harmful if swallowed. Reacts with water to evolve heat and poisonous and corrosive gases.
