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Sodium Polyacrylate

CAS 9003-04-7

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium Polyacrylate
Product Code
432784

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
9003-04-7 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich

manufacturer

3050 Spruce Street, SAINT LOUIS MO 63103, USA

+1 800-325-5832

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

2-propenoic acid, homopolymer, sodium salt

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Poly(acrylic acid sodium salt) 9003-04-7 90 - 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides, Sodium oxides

Firefighter Protection

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel.

Materials: suitable, closed containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.

Eyes

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Respiratory

For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator. For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Skin/Body

impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
crystalline
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Form: crystalline, Colour: light grey
Colour
light grey
Colour Intensity
---
Form
crystalline
Odor
no data available
Odor Threshold
no data available
Ph
no data available
Melting Point
no data available
Boiling Point
no data available
Flash Point
no data available
Freezing Point
no data available
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
no data available
Vapor Pressure
no data available
Vapor Density
no data available
Relative Density
0.54 g/cm3 at 25 °C (77 °F)
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
no data available
Upper Explosive Limit
no data available
Lower Explosive Limit
no data available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
no data available
Decomposition Temperature
no data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
no data available
Solubility In Water
no data available
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
no data available
Kinematic Viscosity
no data available
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

no data available

Hazardous reactions

no data available

Avoid

Avoid moisture.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Other decomposition products - no data available. In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.

Disposal

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Sodium Polyacrylate?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Sodium Polyacrylate?

Sodium Polyacrylate is a crystalline appearing as form: crystalline, colour: light grey with light grey color. It has no data available odor.

What is Sodium Polyacrylate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Sodium Polyacrylate?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of Sodium Polyacrylate?

The melting point is no data available and the boiling point is no data available.