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Sodium carbonate

CAS 497-19-8
EC 207-838-8

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium carbonate
Product Code
P028
Chemical Name
Sodium carbonate
Synonyms
Soda

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
497-19-8 Check regulations →
EC Number
207-838-8 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemical Laboratory and analytical use

Uses advised against

Do not use for private purposes (household). Food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Carl Roth GmbH + Co. KG logo

Carl Roth GmbH + Co. KG

manufacturer

Schoemperlenstr. 3-5 D-76185 Karlsruhe Germany

+49 (0) 721 - 56 06 0

www.carlroth.de

Emergency Contacts

National Poisons Information Service City Hospital

844 892 0111

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Sodium carbonate EC: 207-838-8 497-19-8 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Provide fresh air. In all cases of doubt, or when symptoms persist, seek medical advice.

Skin contact

Rinse skin with water/shower.

Eye contact

Irrigate copiously with clean, fresh water for at least 10 minutes, holding the eyelids apart. In case of eye irritation consult an ophthalmologist.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. Call a doctor if you feel unwell.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

water, foam, alcohol resistant foam, dry extinguishing powder, ABC-powder

Unsuitable media

water jet

Specific hazards

Non-combustible.

Instructions

Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothes. Do not breathe dust.

Environmental

Keep away from drains, surface and ground water. Retain contaminated washing water and dispose of it.

Cleanup methods

Take up mechanically.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid dust formation.

Storage

Store in a dry place.

Hygiene

Wash hands before breaks and after work. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Wear suitable gloves. Chemical protection gloves are suitable, which are tested according to EN 374. For special purposes, it is recommended to check the resistance to chemicals of the protective gloves mentioned above together with the supplier of these gloves. The times are approximate values from measurements at 22 ° C and permanent contact. Increased temperatures due to heated substances, body heat etc. and a reduction of the effective layer thickness by stretching can lead to a considerable reduction of the breakthrough time. If in doubt, contact manufacturer. At an approx. 1.5 times larger / smaller layer thickness, the respective breakthrough time is doubled / halved. The data apply only to the pure substance. When transferred to substance mixtures, they may only be considered as a guide. Type of material: NBR (Nitrile rubber). Material thickness: >0,11 mm. Breakthrough times of the glove material: >480 minutes (permeation: level 6).

Eyes

Use safety goggle with side protection.

Respiratory

Respiratory protection necessary at: Dust formation. Particulate filter device (EN 143). P1 (filters at least 80 % of airborne particles, colour code: White).

Skin/Body

Preventive skin protection (barrier creams/ointments) is recommended.

Environmental

Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Metal Corrosion
---
Vapor Density
---
Partition Coefficient
not relevant (inorganic)
Upper Explosive Limit
not relevant (solid)
Lower Explosive Limit
not relevant (solid)
Colour Intensity
---
Voc Content
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Boiling Point
not determined
Molecular Weight
---
Vapor Pressure
not determined
Decomposition Temperature
>400 °C (ECHA)
Flammability
non-combustible
Odor Threshold
---
Form
powder
Softening Point
---
Properties Status
---
Appearance
---
Flash Point
not applicable
Solubility In Water
212,5[g] /l at 20 °C (ECHA)
Freezing Point
---
Density
2,532[g] /cm³ at 20 °C (ECHA)
Cloud Point
---
Odor
odourless
Explosive Limits
---
Colour
white
Bulk Density
~1.100[kg] /m³
Relative Density
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Solubility
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Melting Point
851 °C (ECHA)
Evaporation Rate
---
Physical State Data
solid
Solidification Point
---
Physical State
solid
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Ph
11 – 11,5 (in aqueous solution: 4[g] /l, 25 °C)
Auto Ignition Temperature
not determined
Kinematic Viscosity
not relevant
Solubility In Fat
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The material is stable under normal ambient and anticipated storage and handling conditions of temperature and pressure.

Reactivity

This material is not reactive under normal ambient conditions.

Hazardous reactions

Violent reaction with: Alkali metals, Alkaline earth metal, Nitro compound, Sulphuric acid, Strong acid

Avoid

Humidity. Keep away from heat. Decompostion takes place from temperatures above: >400 °C.

Incompatible

aluminium, zinc, Light metals

Decomposition

Hazardous combustion products: see section 5.

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Sodium carbonate known by?

Sodium carbonate is also known as: Soda

What is the hazard signal word for Sodium carbonate?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Sodium carbonate?

Sodium carbonate is a solid with white color. It has odourless odor.

What is Sodium carbonate used for?

Laboratory chemical Laboratory and analytical use

What are the hazard statements for Sodium carbonate?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation

What is the melting point of Sodium carbonate?

The melting point is 851 °C (ECHA) and the boiling point is not determined.