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General Information
Revision date
2012-12-05
Product name
Sodium Carbonate Anhydrous
CAS No.
497-19-8
Manufacturer Name
Tata Chemicals (Soda Ash) Partners
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(800) 424-9300 (CHEMTREC – US) (613
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Company Information
company name
Tata Chemicals (Soda Ash) Partners
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview: White, odorless, granular solid. Product is non-combustible. Reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide gas and heat. May irritate skin and eyes. Dusts may irritate respiratory tract. Not expected to be toxic to the environment, nor to aquatic organisms. Avoid simultaneous exposure to soda ash and lime dust. In the presence of moisture (i.e. perspiration) the two materials combine to form caustic soda (NaOH), which may cause burns.
Potential health effects
Skin Prolonged contact may cause skin irritation (red, dry, cracked skin). Eyes Irritating to the eyes. Ingestions Although low in toxicity, ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, and diarrhea. Inhalation Prolonged inhalation of product dusts may irritate nose, throat, and lungs.
Potential chronic health
Excessive, long term contact may produce “soda ulcers” on hands and perforation of the nasal septum. Sensitivity reactions may occur from prolonged and repeated exposure. This product does not contain any ingredient designated by IARC, NTP, ACGIH or OSHA as probable or suspected human carcinogens.
