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Sodium Hydroxide

DANGER Solid SDS/MSDS

Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Sodium Hydroxide
Product Form
Substance
Product Code
LC23900

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

Uses Information

Identified Uses
Industrial use Laboratory chemicals
Uses Advised Against
Not for food, drug or household use

Overview

Sodium Hydroxide is a crystalline solid. crystalline powder. little spheres. lumps. needles. scales. flakes. substance commonly used industrial use laboratory chemicals.

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Skin Corr. Category 1A H314
Eye Dam. Category 1 H318
Aquatic Acute Category 3 H402

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS05 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Corrosive hazard - Materials that can cause severe skin burns and eye damage

GHS05

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H402: Harmful to aquatic life

Precautionary Statements

  • P260: Do not breathe dust, vapours.
  • P264: Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P273: Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280: Wear eye protection, face protection, protective clothing, protective gloves.
  • 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/shower.
  • P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • 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/doctor
  • P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container to Comply with applicable regulations

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

LabChem Inc company logo - Safety Data Sheet supplier organization

LabChem Inc

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412-826-5230

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24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

CHEMTREC

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1-800-424-9300

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CHEMTREC

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011-703-527-3887

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Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Product Type

substance

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Sodium Hydroxide N/A Not specified โš ๏ธ Hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

๐Ÿซ Inhalation Exposure

Remove the victim into fresh air. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service.

Symptoms:

WHEN PROCESSED: Dry/sore throat. Coughing. Irritation of the respiratory tract. Irritation of the nasal mucous membranes. ON CONTINUOUS EXPOSURE/CONTACT: Respiratory difficulties. FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS MAY APPEAR LATER: Possible oedema of the upper respiratory tract. Possible laryngeal spasm/oedema. Risk of lung oedema.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Skin Contact

Wipe off dry product from skin. Remove clothing before washing. Wash immediately with lots of water (15 minutes)/shower. Do not apply (chemical) neutralizing agents. Do not remove clothing if it sticks to the skin. Cover wounds with sterile bandage. Consult a doctor/medical service. If burned surface > 10%: take victim to hospital.

Symptoms:

Blisters. Caustic burns/corrosion of the skin. Slow-healing wounds.

๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Eye Contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Do not apply neutralizing agents. Take victim to an ophthalmologist.

Symptoms:

Corrosion of the eye tissue. Permanent eye damage.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Ingestion/Swallowing

Rinse mouth with water. Immediately after ingestion: give lots of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Do not give activated charcoal. Do not give chemical antidote. Immediately consult a doctor/medical service. Call Poison Information Centre (www.big.be/antigif.htm). Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital. Take the container/vomit to the doctor/hospital.

Symptoms:

Dry/sore throat. Nausea. Abdominal pain. Blood in vomit. Difficulty in swallowing. Possible esophageal perforation. Burns to the gastric/intestinal mucosa. Bleeding of the gastrointestinal tract. Shock.

๐Ÿšจ Immediate Medical Attention Required

Depending on the victim's condition: doctor/hospital. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service. If burned surface > 10%: take victim to hospital. Take victim to an ophthalmologist. Immediately consult a doctor/medical service. Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital. Obtain medical assistance.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

๐Ÿงช Physical State
Solid
Critical Property
๐Ÿ“Š Physical State Data
solid
๐Ÿ“Š State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Appearance
Crystalline solid. Crystalline powder. Little spheres. Lumps. Needles. Scales. Flakes.
๐ŸŽจ Colour
White
๐Ÿ“Š Colour Intensity
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Form
Not available
๐Ÿ‘ƒ Odor
Odourless
๐Ÿ“Š Odor Threshold
No data available
๐Ÿงช Ph
14 (5 %)
๐ŸงŠ Melting Point
323 C
Critical Property
๐Ÿ’จ Boiling Point
1388 C (1013.25 hPa)
Critical Property
๐Ÿ”ฅ Flash Point
Not applicable
Critical Property
๐Ÿ“Š Freezing Point
No data available
๐Ÿ“Š Softening Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Solidification Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Cloud Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Crystallisation Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Relative Evaporation Rate
No data available
๐Ÿ’จ Evaporation Rate
Not available
๐Ÿ’จ Vapor Pressure
< 0.1 hPa (20 C)
๐Ÿ“Š Vapor Density
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Relative Density
2.13 (20 C)
๐Ÿ“Š Bulk Density
Not available
โš–๏ธ Density
2130 kg/m
Critical Property
๐Ÿ”ฅ Flammability
No data available
๐Ÿ“Š Upper Explosive Limit
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Lower Explosive Limit
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Explosive Limits
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Auto Ignition Temperature
Not applicable
๐Ÿ“Š Decomposition Temperature
No data available
๐Ÿ’ง Solubility
Exothermically soluble in water. Soluble in ethanol. Soluble in methanol. Soluble in glycerol.
๐Ÿ“Š Partition Coefficient
No data available
๐Ÿ“Š Solubility In Water
100 g/100ml (25 C)
๐Ÿ“Š Solubility In Fat
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Molecular Weight
40 g/mol
๐Ÿ“Š Voc Content
Not applicable (inorganic)
๐Ÿ“Š Metal Corrosion
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Dynamic Viscosity
0.997 mPa.s (25 C, Test data)
๐Ÿ“Š Kinematic Viscosity
0.53 mm/s (25 C, 1 mol/l)
๐Ÿ“Š Properties Status
Not available

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

๐Ÿญ Engineering Controls

Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation.

๐Ÿงค Hand Protection

Gloves. Materials for protective clothing: GIVE GOOD RESISTANCE: natural rubber. neoprene. nitrile rubber. GIVE LESS RESISTANCE: butyl rubber. polyethylene. PVA. GIVE POOR RESISTANCE: natural fibres

๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Eye Protection

Face shield. In case of dust production: protective goggles

๐Ÿ˜ท Respiratory Protection

Dust production: dust mask with filter type P3. High dust production: self-contained breathing apparatus

๐Ÿฆบ Skin/Body Protection

Corrosion-proof clothing. In case of dust production: head/neck protection. Materials for protective clothing: GIVE GOOD RESISTANCE: natural rubber. neoprene. nitrile rubber. GIVE LESS RESISTANCE: butyl rubber. polyethylene. PVA. GIVE POOR RESISTANCE: natural fibres

Transportation & Shipping Information

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

๐Ÿท๏ธ UN Number

UN1823

๐Ÿ“ฆ Proper Shipping Name

Sodium hydroxide, solid

โš ๏ธ Transport Hazard Class

8 - Class 8 - Corrosive material

๐Ÿ“‹ Packing Group

II

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What is the hazard signal word for Sodium Hydroxide?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Sodium Hydroxide?

Sodium Hydroxide is a solid appearing as crystalline solid. crystalline powder. little spheres. lumps. needles. scales. flakes. with white color. It has odourless odor.

What is the solubility of Sodium Hydroxide?

Exothermically soluble in water. Soluble in ethanol. Soluble in methanol. Soluble in glycerol.

What is Sodium Hydroxide used for?

Industrial use Laboratory chemicals

What are the hazard statements for Sodium Hydroxide?

This substance has 3 hazard statements: H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H402: Harmful to aquatic life

What is the melting point of Sodium Hydroxide?

The melting point is 323 C and the boiling point is 1388 C (1013.25 hPa).