Sodium Bicarbonate MSDS Sheet, Material Safety Data
Sheet
1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONProduct
Name: Sodium Bicarbonate
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON
INGREDIENTS
Principal
Hazardous Components: Sodium bicarbonate
Chemical
Formula: NaHCO3
CAS#:
144-55-8
Weight
Percentage: 99-100%
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
Avoid all unnecessary exposure to
Sodium
bicarbonate and ensure prompt removal from skin, eyes and clothing.
Sodium Bicarbonate may cause irritation. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep in tightly closed
container.Potential
Health Effects:
Eyes: May
cause irritation.
Skin: May
cause irritation.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Inhalation: May cause irritation to respiratory tract. Sneezing is the first
indicator.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Emergency
and First Aid Procedures:
Eyes -
Flush with water for at least 15 minutes, raising and lowering eyelids
occasionally. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin -
Thoroughly wash exposed area for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated
clothing. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Get medical attention
if irritation persists.
Ingestion
- If Sodium bicarbonate is swallowed, if conscious, give plenty of water.
Immediately call a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person.
Inhalation - Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen if breathing is difficult;
give artificial respiration if breathing has stopped. Get medical attention.
5. FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES
NFPA
Rating:
Health: 0
Fire: 0
Reactivity: 0
Extinguisher Media: Use media
suitable to extinguish surrounding fire.
Flammable
Limits in Air % by Volume: N/A
Special
Firefighting Procedures:
Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and NIOSH approved
self-contained breathing apparatus.
6. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to
be taken in Case Sodium Bicarbonate is Released or Spilled:
Ventilate
area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or disposal. Vacuuming or wet
sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal. Small amounts of residue may
be flushed to sewer with plenty of water.
7. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Keep
Sodium bicarbonate in a well closed container stored under cold to warm
conditions, 2 to 40 C, (36 to 104F). Protect against physical damage.
Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain
product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed
for the product.
8. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): None needed under normal conditions of
use with adequate ventilation. NIOSH approved equipment should be worn if
PELs are exceeded.
Ventilation Local Exhaust: Yes
Eye
Protection: Splash proof chemical safety goggles should be worn at all
times.
Other
Protective Clothing or Equipment: Lab apron, eye wash, and safety shower.
9. PHYSICAL DATA
Molecular
Weight: 84.01
Melting
Point: 50OC
with decomposition
Boiling
Point: N/A
Vapor
Pressure: N/A
Vapor
Density (Air=1): N/A
Specific
Gravity(H2O=1): 2.20
Percent
Volatile by Volume: 0 (21C)
Evaporation Rate(H2O=1): N/A
Solubility in Water: Highly soluble
Appearance and Odor: Sodium bicarbonate is white crystalline powder,
odorless
10. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Sodium bicarbonate is stable
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, humidity
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): None
Hazardous
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Hazardous
Polymerization: Will not occur
11. TOXICITY DATA
Toxicity
Data: Oral Rat LD50: 4220 mg/kg
Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: Skin and eye irritation
Target
Organs: None
Primary
Route (s) of Entry: Skin and eye contact.
12. ECOLOGICAL DATA
EPA Waste
Numbers: None
13. DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Waste
Disposal Methods: Dispose Sodium bicarbonate in accordance with all
applicable Federal, State and Local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not
Regulated for transport
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EPA TSCA Status: On TSCA Inventory
Hazard Category for SARA Section 311/312 Reporting: AcuteWHMIS
(Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
DSCL (EEC): This product is not classified according to the EU
regulations. Not applicable.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Safety glasses.
16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Disclaimer:
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Our company provides this Sodium Bicarbonate MSDS information contained
herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness
or accuracy. This Sodium Bicarbonate MSDS sheet is intended only as a
guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a
properly trained person using this product. Individuals receiving the
information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its
appropriateness for a particular purpose.
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Last updated
04 December, 2011
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