Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Sodium hydroxide
- Product Code
- S8045
- Chemical Name
- Sodium hydroxide
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 1310-73-2 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- 01-2119457892-27-XXXX
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Merck Life Science AB
manufacturer
Box 3033, SE-169 03 SOLNA
+46 08 742-4200
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
+(46)-852503403
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Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| sodium hydroxide EC: 215-185-5 | 1310-73-2 | 100% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most), avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.
Immediate Medical Attention
Call a physician immediately.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water Foam
Sodium oxides. Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Firefighter Protection
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Avoid inhalation of dusts. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Take up dry. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
For precautions see section 2.2.
Tightly closed. Dry.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Full contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Splash contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves.
Tightly fitting safety goggles. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
required when dusts are generated. Recommended Filter type: Filter type P2. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system.
protective clothing
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
No data available
Violent reactions possible with: Acetone, Chlorine, Ethylene oxide, Fluorine, Hydrogen halides, Hydrazine hydrate, hydroxylamine, Acid anhydrides, Acrolein, Acid chlorides, Acids, sulfuric acid, Chloroform, Water, hydrogen peroxide, anhydrides, phosphides, halogen-halogen compounds, trichloroethene, can decompose violently in contact with: Organic Substances, hydrogen sulphide, Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: powdered aluminium, Ammonium salts, persulfates, Sodium borohydride, phosphorus, Oxides of phosphorus, Halogenated hydrocarbon, Light metals, Metals, Risk of explosion/exothermic reaction with: Bromine, Calcium, in powder form, furfuryl alcohol, Nitromethane, Peroxides, organic nitro compounds, Nitriles, Acrylic monomers, Chloroform, with, Acetone, Nitrobenzene, with, Methanol, Nitrobenzene, with, salts, magnesium, Zinc, and, Tin (in the presence of atmospheric oxygen and/or moisture)
no information available
No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
No data available
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1823
- Shipping Name
- SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
This material safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Sodium hydroxide?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Sodium hydroxide?
Sodium hydroxide is a pellets with white color. It has odourless odor.
What is Sodium hydroxide used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
What are the hazard statements for Sodium hydroxide?
This substance has 2 hazard statements:
- H290: May be corrosive to metals.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What is the melting point of Sodium hydroxide?
The melting point is 318 °C and the boiling point is 1.390 °C at 1.013 hPa.