SODA+ASH+LIGHT 000000000030046442 SDS GEN 00 en 2-1

Safety data sheet
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BASF Safety data sheet according to UN GHS 4th rev.
Date / Revised: 15.12.2022 Version: 2.1
Product: SODA ASH LIGHT
(ID no. 30046442/SDS_GEN_00/EN)
Date of print 08.06.2023
1. Identification
Product identifier
SODA ASH LIGHT

Chemical name: sodium carbonate
INDEX-Number: 011-005-00-2
CAS Number: 497-19-8
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified uses: Chemical

Recommended use: Raw material, inorganic salts, formulation agent
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company:
BASF SE
67056 Ludwigshafen
GERMANY
Division Monomers
E-mail address: pss.monomers@basf.com
Emergency telephone number
International emergency number:

Telephone: +49 180 2273-112
2. Hazards Identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
According to UN GHS criteria

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Safety data sheet according to UN GHS 4th rev.
(ID no. 30046442/SDS_GEN_00/EN)
Acute Tox. 5 (oral)

Eye Dam./Irrit. 2B
For the classifications not written out in full in this section the full text can be found in section 16.
Label elements
Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
Signal Word:
Warning
Hazard Statement:
H320 Causes eye irritation.
H303 May be harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary Statements (Prevention):

P264 Wash contaminated body parts thoroughly after handling.
Precautionary Statements (Response):

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.
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 + P311 If eye irritation persists: Call a POISON CENTER or physician.
Hazard determining component(s) for labelling: Sodium carbonate
Other hazards
If applicable information is provided in this section on other hazards which do not result in
classification but which may contribute to the overall hazards of the substance or mixture.
No specific dangers known, if the regulations/notes for storage and handling are considered.
3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Substances
Chemical nature
Sodium carbonate
CAS Number: 497-19-8
EC-Number: 207-838-8
INDEX-Number: 011-005-00-2
Na2CO3
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For the classifications not written out in full in this section the full text can be found in section 16.
Mixtures
Not applicable
4. First-Aid Measures
Description of first aid measures
Remove contaminated clothing.
If inhaled:
Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air, seek medical attention.
On skin contact:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water
On contact with eyes:

Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open, consult an
eye specialist.
On ingestion:
Immediately rinse mouth and then drink 200-300 ml of water, seek medical attention.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms: irritates the eyes and respiratory tract
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific
antidote.
5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
water spray
Additional information:
Use extinguishing measures to suit surroundings.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Carbon dioxide
See SDS section 7 - Handling and storage. The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be
released in case of fire.
Product is not combustible or explosive.
Advice for fire-fighters

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Further information:
Product itself is non-combustible; fire extinguishing method of surrounding areas must be
considered.
6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective clothing.
Environmental precautions
Due to the pH-value of the product, neutralization is generally required before discharging sewage
into treatment plants.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For large amounts: Sweep/shovel up.
For residues: Sweep/shovel up.
Avoid raising dust.
7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling
Avoid dust formation.
Protection against fire and explosion:

The substance/product is non-combustible.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Suitable materials for containers: Stainless steel 1.4541, Stainless steel 1.4571, High density
polyethylene (HDPE), Low density polyethylene (LDPE), glass, Aluminium, Paper/Fibreboard,
rubberized, Carbon steel (Iron)
Storage stability:
Protect against moisture.
Specific end use(s)

See exposure scenario(s) in the attachment to this safety data sheet.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Control parameters
Components with occupational exposure limits
497-19-8: Sodium carbonate
Exposure controls
Personal protective equipment
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Respiratory protection:
Breathing protection if dusts are formed. Suitable respiratory protection for lower concentrations or
short-term effect: Particle filter with low efficiency for solid particles (e.g. EN 143 or 149, Type P1or
FFP1)
Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN ISO 374-1)
Suitable materials also with prolonged, direct contact (Recommended: Protective index 6,
corresponding > 480 minutes of permeation time according to EN ISO 374-1):
chloroprene rubber (CR) - 0.5 mm coating thickness
butyl rubber (butyl) - 0.7 mm coating thickness
nitrile rubber (NBR) - 0.4 mm coating thickness
fluoroelastomer (FKM) - 0.7 mm coating thickness
polyvinylchloride (PVC) - 0.7 mm coating thickness
Supplementary note: The specifications are based on tests, literature data and information of glove
manufacturers or are derived from similar substances by analogy. Due to many conditions (e.g.
temperature) it must be considered, that the practical usage of a chemical-protective glove in
practice may be much shorter than the permeation time determined through testing.
Manufacturer's directions for use should be observed because of great diversity of types.
Eye protection:
Tightly fitting safety goggles (splash goggles) (e.g. EN 166)
Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting
boots, chemical-protection suit (according to EN 14605 in case of splashes or EN ISO 13982 in case
of dust).
General safety and hygiene measures

Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Hands and/or face should be washed before breaks
and at the end of the shift.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Form: crystalline, powder

Colour: white
Odour: odourless
Odour threshold:
not applicable, odour not perceivable
pH value: approx. 11,6 (pH Meter)
(12 %(m), 25 °C)
Melting point: 851 °C
Literature data.
Boiling point:
(1.013,25 hPa)
The substance / product
decomposes therefore not
determined.
Flash point:
not applicable, the product is a solid
Evaporation rate:
The product is a non-volatile solid.
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Flammability: not flammable (other)
Lower explosion limit:
For solids not relevant for
classification and labelling.
Upper explosion limit:
For solids not relevant for
classification and labelling.
Vapour pressure:
Study scientifically not justified.
Density: 2,533 g/cm3 (OECD Guideline 109)
(20 °C)
Solubility in water:
approx. 217 g/l
(20 °C)
Partitioning coefficient n-octanol/water (log Kow):
not applicable
Self ignition: Temperature: > 400 °C Test type: Self-ignition at high
No self ignition was observed up to temperatures.
the specified temperature.
not self-igniting Test type: Spontaneous self-

ignition at room-temperature.
Thermal decomposition: > 400 °C

Carbon dioxide
The substances mentioned are released when reaching or exceeding
the stated temperature.
Viscosity, dynamic:
not applicable
Explosion hazard: not explosive
Fire promoting properties: not fire-propagating
Other information
Self heating ability: It is not a substance capable of

spontaneous heating.
Bulk density: 600 kg/m3

pKA:
Study technically not feasible.
:
No data available.
Surface tension:
Based on chemical structure, surface
activity is not to be expected.
Grain size distribution: Test substance other TS
particles 0,125 - 0,250 20 - 35 %
mm
particles 0,063 - 0,125 20 - 30 %
mm
particles < 0,063 mm 20 - 35 %
10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity
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Corrosion to metals: No corrosive effect on metal.

Formation of Remarks: Forms no flammable gases in the
flammable gases: presence of water.
Possibility of hazardous reactions

Risk of carbon dioxide formation under the influence of acids. Addition of water leads to increase in
temperature.
Conditions to avoid
See SDS section 7 - Handling and storage.
Incompatible materials
Substances to avoid:
acid forming substances, acids
Hazardous decomposition products
Possible decomposition products:

Carbon dioxide
11. Toxicological Information

Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Assessment of acute toxicity:

Of low toxicity after single ingestion. Virtually nontoxic after a single skin contact.
Experimental/calculated data:
LD50 rat (oral): 2.800 mg/kg
(by inhalation):No data available.
LD50 rabbit (dermal): > 2.000 mg/kg

No mortality was observed.
Irritation
Assessment of irritating effects:

Not irritating to the skin. Eye contact causes irritation.
Skin corrosion/irritation rabbit: non-irritant (OECD Guideline 404)
Serious eye damage/irritation rabbit: Irritant. (EPA Guideline)
Respiratory/Skin sensitization
Assessment of sensitization:
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No data available. The chemical structure does not suggest a sensitizing effect.
Study does not need to be conducted.
Germ cell mutagenicity
Assessment of mutagenicity:
No data was available concerning mutagenic activity. The chemical structure does not suggest a
specific alert for such an effect.
Carcinogenicity
Assessment of carcinogenicity:
No data available concerning carcinogenic effects. The chemical structure does not suggest a
specific alert for such an effect.
Reproductive toxicity
Assessment of reproduction toxicity:

No data available. The chemical structure does not suggest a specific alert for such an effect.
Developmental toxicity
Assessment of teratogenicity:
No indications of a developmental toxic / teratogenic effect were seen in animal studies.
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Assessment of STOT single:

The available information is not sufficient for the evaluation of specific target organ toxicity.
Repeated dose toxicity and Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Assessment of repeated dose toxicity:

No reliable data was available concerning repeated dose toxicity.
Information on: Sodium carbonate

Assessment of repeated dose toxicity:
No reliable data was available concerning repeated dose toxicity.
----------------------------------
Aspiration hazard
No aspiration hazard expected.
12. Ecological Information

Toxicity
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Assessment of aquatic toxicity:
There is a high probability that the product is not acutely harmful to aquatic organisms.
Toxicity to fish:
LC50 (96 h) 300 mg/l, Lepomis macrochirus (other, static)
The product will cause changes in the pH value of the test system. The result refers to an
unneutralized sample.
Aquatic invertebrates:
EC50 (48 h) 220 - 227 mg/l, Ceriodaphnia sp. (other, semistatic)
The product will cause changes in the pH value of the test system. The result refers to an
unneutralized sample.
Aquatic plants:
Microorganisms/Effect on activated sludge:

Chronic toxicity to fish:

Chronic toxicity to aquatic invertebrates:

Assessment of terrestrial toxicity:

No data available.
Persistence and degradability
Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O):

Inorganic product which cannot be eliminated from water by biological purification processes.
Elimination information:
not applicable
Assessment of stability in water:

According to structural properties, hydrolysis is not expected/probable.
Information on Stability in Water (Hydrolysis):
Bioaccumulative potential
Assessment bioaccumulation potential:

Accumulation in organisms is not to be expected.
Bioaccumulation potential:
Mobility in soil
Assessment transport between environmental compartments:

Adsorption in soil: Adsorption to solid soil phase is not expected.
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Other adverse effects
The substance is not listed in Regulation (EC) 1005/2009 on substances that deplete the ozone
layer.
Additional information
Add. remarks environm. fate & pathway:

At the present state of knowledge, no negative ecological effects are expected.
Other ecotoxicological advice:

Due to the pH-value of the product, neutralization is generally required before discharging sewage
into treatment plants.
13. Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods
Must be disposed of by special means, e.g. suitable dumping after chemical/physical pretreatment
(consolidation).
Contact waste centre regarding recycling.
Contact manufacturer regarding recycling.
Contaminated packaging:
Contaminated packaging should be emptied as far as possible; then it can be passed on for
recycling after being thoroughly cleaned.
14. Transport Information
Land transport
ADR
Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations
UN number or ID number: Not applicable
UN proper shipping name: Not applicable
Transport hazard class(es): Not applicable
Packing group: Not applicable
Environmental hazards: Not applicable
Special precautions for None known
user
RID
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user
Inland waterway transport

ADN
user:
Transport in inland waterway vessel

Not evaluated
Sea transport
IMDG
user
Air transport
IATA/ICAO
UN number or ID number Not applicable
user
Maritime transport in bulk according to IMO instruments

Maritime transport in bulk is not intended.
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15. Regulatory Information
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or
mixture
If other regulatory information applies that is not already provided elsewhere in this safety data
sheet, then it is described in this subsection.
16. Other Information
Full text of classifications, hazard symbols and hazard statements, if mentioned in section 2 or 3:
Acute Tox. Acute toxicity
Eye Dam./Irrit. Serious eye damage/eye irritation
The data contained in this safety data sheet are based on our current knowledge and experience and
describe the product only with regard to safety requirements. This safety data sheet is neither a
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) nor technical data sheet and shall not be mistaken for a specification
agreement. Identified uses in this safety data sheet do neither represent an agreement on the
corresponding contractual quality of the substance/mixture nor a contractually designated use. It is the
responsibility of the recipient of the product to ensure any proprietary rights and existing laws and
legislation are observed.
Vertical lines in the left hand margin indicate an amendment from the previous version.

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Safety data sheet

SODA ASH LIGHT

Relevant identified uses: Chemical

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

E-mail address: pss.monomers@basf.com

Emergency telephone number

International emergency number:

Classification of the substance or mixture

According to UN GHS criteria

Acute Tox. 5 (oral)

Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

Precautionary Statements (Prevention):

Precautionary Statements (Response):

According to UN GHS criteria

Hazard determining component(s) for labelling: Sodium carbonate

According to UN GHS criteria

On contact with eyes:

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Product is not combustible or explosive.

Advice for fire-fighters

6. Accidental Release Measures

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

7. Handling and Storage

Protection against fire and explosion:

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Specific end use(s)

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Components with occupational exposure limits

497-19-8: Sodium carbonate

General safety and hygiene measures

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Form: crystalline, powder

not self-igniting Test type: Spontaneous self-

Thermal decomposition: > 400 °C

Self heating ability: It is not a substance capable of

Bulk density: 600 kg/m3

10. Stability and Reactivity

Corrosion to metals: No corrosive effect on metal.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous decomposition products

Possible decomposition products:

11. Toxicological Information

Assessment of acute toxicity:

(by inhalation):No data available.

LD50 rabbit (dermal): > 2.000 mg/kg

Assessment of irritating effects:

Serious eye damage/irritation rabbit: Irritant. (EPA Guideline)

Germ cell mutagenicity

Assessment of reproduction toxicity:

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)

Assessment of STOT single:

Assessment of repeated dose toxicity:

Information on: Sodium carbonate

No aspiration hazard expected.

12. Ecological Information

Microorganisms/Effect on activated sludge:

Chronic toxicity to fish:

Chronic toxicity to aquatic invertebrates:

Assessment of terrestrial toxicity:

Persistence and degradability

Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O):