Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Sodium hydroxide, anhydrous, free-flowing, pellets, Redi-Dri(TM), ACS reagent, >/=97%
- Product Code
- 795429
- 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
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Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
+(32) 28 083237
Anti-poison centre
070 245245
Hazard Identification
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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
Synonyms: ‘Caustic soda’ Formula: NaOH Molecular weight: 40 g/mol CAS-No.: 1310-73-2 EC-No.: 215-185-5 Index-No.: 011-002-00-6
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| sodium hydroxide EC: 215-185-5 | 1310-73-2 | 100% | Yes |
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Notes
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.
In case of skin contact: 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.
Immediate Medical Attention
No data available
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water Foam
Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.
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
Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Take up dry. Clean up affected area.
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
No metal containers. Tightly closed. Dry.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Full contact and 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.
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles.
Required when dusts are generated. Recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387. Recommended Filter type: Filter type P2. Maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices must be carried out according to producer instructions and properly documented.
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
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The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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
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The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Sodium hydroxide, anhydrous, free-flowing, pellets, Redi-Dri(TM), ACS reagent, >/=97%?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Sodium hydroxide, anhydrous, free-flowing, pellets, Redi-Dri(TM), ACS reagent, >/=97%?
Sodium hydroxide, anhydrous, free-flowing, pellets, Redi-Dri(TM), ACS reagent, >/=97% is a pellets with white color. It has odourless odor.
What is Sodium hydroxide, anhydrous, free-flowing, pellets, Redi-Dri(TM), ACS reagent, >/=97% used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
What are the hazard statements for Sodium hydroxide, anhydrous, free-flowing, pellets, Redi-Dri(TM), ACS reagent, >/=97%?
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, anhydrous, free-flowing, pellets, Redi-Dri(TM), ACS reagent, >/=97%?
The melting point is 318 °C and the boiling point is 1.390 °C at 1.013 hPa.