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Fehling B solution

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Fehling B solution
Product Code
270790000; 270790010
Synonyms
Alkaline potassium sodium tartrate solution

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific UK

distributor

Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

T

Thermo Fisher Scientific

distributor

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

Emergency Contacts

Information US

001-800-227-6701

Information Europe

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Number US

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Number Europe

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC US

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC Europe

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Met. Corr. Cat. 1 H290
Skin Corr. Cat. 1A H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H290 May be corrosive to metals
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary Statements

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Potassium sodium tartrate tetrahydrate 6381-59-5 34 - 35% No
Water EC: 231-791-2 7732-18-5 55 - 56% No
Sodium hydroxide EC: 215-185-5 1310-73-2 10% Yes

Notes

Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove from exposure, lie down. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Call a physician immediately.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Call a physician immediately.

Eye contact

Immediate medical attention is required. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Keep eye wide open while rinsing.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician immediately. Clean mouth with water.

Symptoms: Ingestion causes severe swelling, severe damage to the delicate tissue and danger of perforation

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediate medical attention is required.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically. Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should be investigated.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

CO₂, dry chemical, dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam.

Unsuitable media

No information available.

Specific hazards

Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Use personal protective equipment as required. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental

Should not be released into the environment.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material.

Materials: inert absorbent material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Do not breathe mist/vapors/spray. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Do not ingest. If swallowed then seek immediate medical assistance.

Storage

Corrosives area. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove material: Natural rubber, Nitrile rubber, Neoprene, PVC. Breakthrough time: See manufacturers recommendations. EU standard: EN 374. (minimum requirement)

Eyes

Goggles (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Particulates filter conforming to EN 143. Small scale/Laboratory use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended half mask: Particle filtering: EN149:2001. When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted.

Skin/Body

Long sleeved clothing.

Environmental

No information available.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Boiling Point
100 °C / 212 °F
Voc Content
---
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Physical State Data
liquid
Physical State
Liquid
Vapor Density
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Odor Threshold
No data available
Cloud Point
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility In Water
No information available
Bulk Density
Not applicable
Flammability
No data available
Molecular Weight
---
Density
1.244
Solubility In Fat
---
Solubility
No information available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Colour
---
Relative Density
1.244
Colour Intensity
---
Softening Point
No data available
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Freezing Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Ph
12
Flash Point
No information available
Crystallisation Point
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Odor
Odorless
Appearance
Colorless
Properties Status
---
Form
---
Melting Point
No data available
Metal Corrosion
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization does not occur. None under normal processing.

Avoid

Incompatible products. Excess heat.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Sodium oxides.

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

Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on waste and hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Disposal

Waste is classified as hazardous.

Waste Codes

Not specified Waste codes are not product specific, but application specific. EWC
14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN1824
Shipping Name
SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
II
IMDG

No special precautions required.

IATA

No special precautions required.

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment/Reports (CSA/CSR) are not required for mixtures.

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Fehling B solution known by?

Fehling B solution is also known as: Alkaline potassium sodium tartrate solution

What is the hazard signal word for Fehling B solution?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Fehling B solution?

Fehling B solution is a liquid appearing as colorless . It has odorless odor.

What is the solubility of Fehling B solution?

No information available

What is Fehling B solution used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for Fehling B solution?

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 Fehling B solution?

The melting point is No data available and the boiling point is 100 °C / 212 °F.