MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
In compliance with EC Directive 2001/58/EC
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY
Product Name: B.W.T. Powder
Product Code #: 675003 (50 kg)
Product Uses: Industrial applications; Boiler Water Treatment.
Date last modified: 11 May 2007
Company:
Marichem Marigases Hellas SA
Sfaktirias 64,
185 45 Piraeus,
Greece
Tel. No.: ++30 210 4148800
Fax No.: ++30 210 4133985
http://www.marichem-marigases.com
Emergency Information:
Inside U.S. and Canada: (800)-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Outside U.S. and Canada: 1-703-527-3887 (CHEMTREC)
National Emergency Centre (Greece): ++30 210 7793777
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Composition:
Ingredients CAS Number Proportion Classification*
Sodium Hydroxide 1310-73-2 10% - 30% C; R35
Ingredients that do not
contribute to the
classification of the - 70% - 90% -
product
*
See section 16 for the full text of the classifications and the R-phrases declared above.
Occupational Exposure Limits, if available, are listed in section 8.
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
The preparation is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.
Causes severe burns.
White colored dry powder.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION
Remove individual to fresh air and get immediate medical attention. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. If breathing stops give artificial respiration
SKIN
Immediately wash exposed skin with plenty of soap and water while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Get immediate medical attention.
EYES
Hold eyelids apart and flush the eye gently with large amount of water for at least 15 minutes. Get
immediate medical attention.
INGESTION
Get immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
personnel since this can damage the mouth and throat.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISH MEDIA
Use only flooding quantities of water as spray. Do not use halogenated extinguishing agents. Use
carbon dioxide or suitable dry chemical extinguisher. Extinguish fire using agent suitable for type of
surrounding fire.
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Approach fire from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors. Use flooding quantities of water as fog or
spray to keep fire exposed containers cool. Extinguish fire using agent suitable for surrounding fire.
Firefighters should wear self contained appositive breathing apparatus to avoid skin contact.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
Toxic fumes of oxides of phosphorous, Sodium Sulfite emits very toxic fumes of sodium and sulfur
oxides.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Cleanup personnel must wear proper protective equipment (refer section 8).
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ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
Prevent from entering drains, sewers, streams or other bodies of water. If contamination of sewers or
waterways has occurred, advise the local emergency services.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Wear proper protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact. With a clean shovel, transfer
spilled material into clean-labeled containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
Do not taste or swallow material. Avoid contact with skin and avoid breathing mist. Do not eat,
drink or smoke in work area. Any protective clothing or shoes which become contaminated should
be removed immediately and thoroughly laundered before reuse.
STORAGE
Store material separated from strong acids, metals food and feedstuffs, in an area having corrosion
resistant concrete floor.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Name of Substance: Sodium Hydroxide
OSHA: PEL 2 mg/m3 Ceiling (based on irritation effects)
ACGIH: TLV 2 mg/m3 Ceiling
Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
IDLH : 10 mg/m3
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye and face protection: Wear chemical goggles. A face shield should be worn in addition to
goggles where splashing or spraying is a possibility.
Skin protection: Wear chemical resistant clothing boots and gloves, which are made
of neoprene, PVC or rubber. Always place pants legs over boots.
Respiratory protection: Where concentrations of sodium hydroxide exceed 2mg/m3 use a
self contained breathing apparatus.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Dry powder
Color: White
Odor: Odorless
Boiling Point Range: Not Available
Melting Point Range: Not Available
Solubility in water: Soluble
Flash Point: None
Autoignition Temperature: None
Lower Explosion Limit (vol %): None
Upper Explosion Limit (vol %): None
Vapour Pressure: Not Available
Relative vapor density (air=1): Not Available
Density (g/cm3): 1.1-1.2 (at 150 C)
pH (1% solution) 12.5-13.0
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY
Product is stable under normal use conditions.
CONDITIONS TO BE AVOIDED
Mixtures with water, acid or incompatible materials can cause splattering and release of large
amounts of heat. Material’s solution will react with some metals forming flammable hydrogen gas.
MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED
Chlorinated and fluorinated hydrocarbons (Chloroform, Difluoroethane), acetaldehyde, acrolein. The
substance is a strong base; it reacts violently with acid and is corrosive to metals like zinc,
aluminum, tin and lead forming a combustible/explosive gas. Attacks some forms of plastics, rubber
or coatings. Rapidly absorbs carbon dioxide and water from air.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Sodium hydroxide decomposes to sodium oxide and water. Sodium Tripolyphosphate can emit
highly toxic fumes of oxides of phosphorous. Sodium Sulfite emits very toxic fumes of sodium and
sulfur oxides.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICOLOGICAL DATA
Name of Substance: Sodium Hydroxide
Intraperitoneal mouse lethal dose (50 percent kill): 40 mg/kg
Oral rabbit lowest published lethal dose: 500 mg/kg
HEALTH EFFECTS
Inhalation: Inhalation of dust can cause burning sensation, sore throat, cough,
laboured breathing and shortness of breath. Symptoms may be delayed.
Skin contact: Contact with mist can cause redness, pain, serious skin burns and blisters.
Eye contact: Can cause redness in eyes, pain, blurred vision and severe deep burns.
Ingestion: Ingestion can cause burning sensation, abdominal pain, shock or collapse.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL DATA
Name of Substance: Sodium Hydroxide
Acute TLm (48 hours) for Bluegill: 99 mg/l
Acute TLm (96 hours) for Mosquito Fish: 125 ppm
DEGRADATION
No data available.
BIOACCUMULATION
No data available.
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE
Water: Will dissolve readily in water, raising pH.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHODS
All disposals of this material must be done in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
Waste characterization and compliance with disposal regulations are the responsibilities of the waste
generator.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Solid, Basic, Inorganic N.O.S.
(Sodium Hydroxide)
LAND TRANSPORT
UN number : 3262
ADR class: 8 RID class: 8
SEA TRANSPORT
UN number: 3262 EmS: F-A, S-B
IMDG class: 8
IMDG packing group: III
AIR TRANSPORT
UN number: 3262
IATA/ICAO class: 8 Packing group: III
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELING ACCORDING TO EC DIRECTIVES
Symbol: C, Corrosive
C, Corrosive
R-phrases:
R35: Causes severe burns.
S-phrases:
S1/2: Keep locked up and out of the reach of children.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show the label whenever possible).
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
Full text of R-phrases referred in Section 2
R35: Causes severe burns.
Full text of classifications referred in Section 2.
C – Corrosive.
Notice to reader
All information, instructions and statements contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet are
compiled in accordance with European Directives, corresponding national legislation and on the
basis of information given by our suppliers.
The information disclosed in this Material Safety Data Sheet (which supersedes all previous
versions) is believed to be correct, at the date of issue, to the best of our current knowledge and
experience. It only relates to the specific product designated herein and it may not be valid when said
product is used in combination with any other products or in any processed form, unless specified in
the text. This document aims to provide the necessary health and safety information of the product
and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. It is the responsibility of the recipient
of this Material Safety Data Sheet to ensure that information given here is read and understood by all
who use, handle, dispose of or in any way come in contact with the product.
Also, it is the responsibility of the user to comply with local legislation relating to safety, health,
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