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Date of Issue : Nov 2001 1. IDENTIFICATION
General Product Name : SODIUM CARBONATE Other Names : UN No. : N/A Dangerous Goods Class : None Allocated Subsidiary Risk : None Allocated Hazchem Code : N/A Pack Group : None Allocated EPG : NA Poisons Schedule : 5 Uses : Cleaner for removing 'brown film' off wine tanks and equipment.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : Free flowing, white powder with a chalky smell. Formula : Boiling Point : N/A deg C Melting Point : N/A deg C Vapour Pressure : N/A Specific Gravity : N/A (water = 1) Flash Point : N/A pH : 10.7 (1% solution) Solubility in water : Solub g/l (25 deg C) Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air) Lower Explosion Limit : N/A Upper Explosion Limit : N/A 1.2 Other Properties
Solubility = Soluble in water 1.3 Ingredients
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute Swallowed
This product is irritating and corrosive to the gastro-intestinal tract. Eye
Severe irritant, will cause redness and pain. Skin
Exposure can lead to drying of skin and may lead to dermatitis. Inhaled
Inhalation can cause irritation to the nose, throat and lungs. Not normally a hazard due to the physical nature of the product. 2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
Prolonged exposure can lead to drying of skin and may lead to dermatitis.
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
If poisoning occurs contact a doctor or . If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.
Eye
If in eyes, hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes and see a doctor.
Skin
Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly.
Inhaled
Remove to fresh air. If required seek medical attention.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower is readily available.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically for an alkaline powder.
2.6 Toxicity Data
No information available.
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
None established. Should be considered a 'Nuisance Particulate' - 10mg/m3 measured as inspirable dust (TWA).
3.2 Engineering Controls
Good natural ventilitation is adequate under normal operating conditions.
3.3 Personal Protection
No special equipment is needed when handling small quantities except rubber gloves if skin is sensitive. If handling large amounts safety glasses or goggles are recommended.
3.4 Flammability
Not flammable under conditions of use. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Store in a cool dry place. Do not store near strong acids or foodstuffs. Not defined as a Dangerous Goods by the n Dangerous Goods Code.
4.2 Packaging / Labelling UN No. N/A Class None Allocated Sub Risk None Allocated Hazchem Code N/A Pack Group None Allocated EPG No. NA Shipping Name SODIUM CARBONATE Hazard IRRITANT
Risk Phrases R36 Irritating to eyes.
Safety Phrases S2 Keep out of the reach of children. S22 Do not breathe dust. S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and avoid generating dust.
Scoop up for recovery or disposal. For major spills wear protective equipment to protect against skin and eye contact and inhalation of dust. Minor amounts can be washed away with plenty of water.
Disposal
Dispose in accordance with all regulations.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fire / Explosion
Non combusttible. If in a fire may decompose on heating and produce fumes of phosphorous oxides, oxygen and carbon dioxide.
Extinguishing Media
Use equipment/media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions. 5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
All surfactants are fully biodegradable.
5.1 Contact Points
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