ICSC 1511 - SODIUM SESQUICARBONATE DIHYDRATE

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SODIUM SESQUICARBONATE DIHYDRATE	ICSC: 1511 (April 2004)
Carbonic acid, sodium salt, hydrate (2:3:2) Trona Natural sodium sesquicarbonate

CAS #: 6106-20-3

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness. Dry skin.	Protective gloves.	Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from acids.
PACKAGING

SODIUM SESQUICARBONATE DIHYDRATE

ICSC: 1511

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers The solution in water is a weak base. Reacts with acids.	Formula: C₂H₅Na₃O₈ / Na₂CO₃.NaHCO₃.2H₂O Molecular mass: 226.0 Decomposes at 70°C Density: 2.1 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 16

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
The solution in water is a weak base. Reacts with acids.

Formula: C₂H₅Na₃O₈ / Na₂CO₃.NaHCO₃.2H₂O
Molecular mass: 226.0
Decomposes at 70°C
Density: 2.1 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 16

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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