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Sodium chloride (NaCl)

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium chloride (NaCl)
Chemical Name
Sodium chloride
Synonyms
NaCl

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Manufacturers & Suppliers

A

Akzo Nobel Salt bv

manufacturer

Stationsplein 4, PO Box 247, NL-3800 AE Amersfoort

+31-334676767

Emergency Contacts

Akzo Nobel Chemicals-Deventer-NL

+ 31 570679211

Akzo Nobel Chemicals-Gillingham-GB

+ 44-1634280888

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Sodium chloride (NaCl)

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Sodium chloride EC: 231-598-3 7647-14-5 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

not applicable

Skin contact

Wash off with water.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water. Seek medical advice if irritation develops.

Symptoms: Irritating to eyes

Ingestion

Induce vomiting after excessive intake.

Medical Treatment

No specific recommendations.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

All media

Specific hazards

In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

Collect as much as possible in a clean container for (preferable) reuse or disposal.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and put it into a container for disposal. Rinse remnant with plenty of water.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

No specific recommendations.

Storage

Store in a dry place (max. relative humidity = 75%)

Fire prevention

not applicable

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

not relevant

Eyes

safety glasses

Respiratory

not relevant

Skin/Body

not relevant

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Flash Point
not applicable
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Melting Point
801 °C
Density
2170 kg/m³ (20 °C)
Vapor Density
---
Molecular Weight
---
Solidification Point
---
Boiling Point
1465 °C
Voc Content
---
Vapor Pressure
not applicable
Bulk Density
approx..1250 kg/m³
Properties Status
---
Flammability
not (in)flammable
Crystallisation Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Partition Coefficient
Log Pow = -3.0 (calculated)
Solubility In Fat
---
Colour Intensity
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
not applicable
Appearance
crystal
Odor Threshold
---
Physical State Data
solid
Upper Explosive Limit
not applicable
Lower Explosive Limit
not applicable
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Explosive Limits
---
Form
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Colour
white
Solubility
Soluble in Glycerol
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Solubility In Water
310 g/l (18 °C)
Physical State
crystal
Ph
7.5 (18 °C)
Metal Corrosion
---
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Odor
---
Relative Density
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7).

Avoid

Reacts violently with BrF3.

Incompatible

metals (Except Stainless steel)

Decomposition

If involved in a fire (Cl- and Na2O).

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

Disposal

No specific recommendations.

14

Transport Information

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

Shipping Name
not relevant
Transport Class
not restricted
Packing Group
not relevant
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 other names is Sodium chloride (NaCl) known by?

Sodium chloride (NaCl) is also known as: NaCl

What is the hazard signal word for Sodium chloride (NaCl)?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Sodium chloride (NaCl)?

Sodium chloride (NaCl) is a crystal appearing as crystal with white color.

What is the solubility of Sodium chloride (NaCl)?

Soluble in Glycerol

What is the melting point of Sodium chloride (NaCl)?

The melting point is 801 °C and the boiling point is 1465 °C.