Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2012-10-16
Product name
Caustic Soda Beads
Product Synonyms
Sodium Hydroxide or Lye
Chemical name
None Known
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Metal finishing Cleaning agent. Petroleum industries. Chemical processing
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Company Information
company name
Univar Canada Ltd
Section 2
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eye Contact: Causes severe eye burns. Small quantities can result in permanent damage and/or loss of vision. Skin Contact: Causes severe burns. Corrosive action causes burns and frequently deep ulcerations with subsequent scarring. Prolonged contact destroys tissue. May cause dermatitis. Inhalation: Corrosive to the respiratory passage. Inhalation of dusts or mists can cause damage to the upper respiratory tract and to the lung tissue depending on severity of exposure. Effects can range from mild irritation of mucous membranes, severe pneumonitis and destruction of lung tissue. Ingestion: Ingestion can cause damage to the mucous membranes, mouth and digestive system. Ingestion of product may result in death.
