Material Safety Data Sheet

Sodium Acetate TS MSDS

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Sodium Acetate TS Catalog Codes: SLS2206 CAS#: Mixture. RTECS: Not applicable. TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Water; Sodium acetate anhydrous CI#: Not applicable. Synonym: Chemical Name: Not applicable. Chemical Formula: Not applicable. Contact Information: Sciencelab.com, Inc. 14025 Smith Rd. Houston, Texas 77396 US Sales: 1-800-901-7247 International Sales: 1-281-441-4400 Order Online: ScienceLab.com CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call: 1-800-424-9300 International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887 For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition: Name Water Sodium acetate anhydrous CAS # 7732-18-5 127-09-3 % by Weight 86.4 13.6

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Sodium Acetate, anhydrous: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 3530 mg/kg [Rat]. Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): >10000 mg/kg [Rabbit]. Acute toxicity of the dust (LC50): >30000 mg/m 1 hours [Rat].

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, . Non-corrosive for skin. Non-corrosive to the eyes. Non-corrosive for lungs. Potential Chronic Health Effects: CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.

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Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention if irritation occurs. Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops. Cold water may be used. Serious Skin Contact: Not available. Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention if symptoms appear. Serious Inhalation: Not available. Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear. Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable. Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable. Flash Points: Not applicable. Flammable Limits: Not applicable. Products of Combustion: Not available. Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable. Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Non-explosive in presence of open flames and sparks, of shocks. Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable. Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available. Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill: Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. If necessary: Neutralize the residue with a dilute solution of acetic acid. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements. Large Spill: Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Neutralize the residue with a dilute solution of acetic acid. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.

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Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions: Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit value. Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. Exposure Limits: Not available.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Liquid. Odor: Odorless to Acetic Taste: Not available. Molecular Weight: Not applicable. Color: Clear Colorless. pH (1% soln/water): Basic. Boiling Point: The lowest known value is 100C (212F) (Water). Melting Point: Not available. Critical Temperature: Not available. Specific Gravity: Weighted average: 1.05 (Water = 1) Vapor Pressure: The highest known value is 2.3 kPa (@ 20C) (Water). Vapor Density: The highest known value is 0.62 (Air = 1) (Water). Volatility: Not available. Odor Threshold: Not available. Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available. Ionicity (in Water): Not available. Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water. p. 3

Solubility: Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable. Instability Temperature: Not available. Conditions of Instability: Incompatible materials Incompatibility with various substances: Slightly reactive to reactive with oxidizing agents, acids. Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass. Special Remarks on Reactivity: Incompatible (violent reaction) with fluorine diketene, potassium nitrate. Also incompatible wth nitric acid. Emits fumes of acetic acid upon heating and on contact with strong acids. (Sodium acetate anhydrous) Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available. Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 25956 mg/kg (Rat.) (Calculated value for the mixture). Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 80882 mg/kg (Rabbit) (Calculated value for the mixture). Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available. Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation. Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available. Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available. Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Acute Potential Health Effects: Skin: May cause skin irritation. Eyes: May cause eye irritation. Ingestion: May cause digestive tract irritation with abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. May affect behavior, and urinary system. Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Symptoms may include coughing, sore throat, labored breathing, and chest pain. (Sodium acetate anhydrous)

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available. BOD5 and COD: Not available. Products of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.

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Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic. Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal: Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information

DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States). Identification: Not applicable. Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Water; Sodium acetate anhydrous Other Regulations: Not available. or of its ingredients Other Classifications: WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada). DSCL (EEC): This product is not classified according to the EU regulations. Not applicable. HMIS (U.S.A.): Health Hazard: 1 Fire Hazard: 0 Reactivity: 0 Personal Protection: g National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.): Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Specific hazard: Protective Equipment: Gloves. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or

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equivalent. Safety glasses.

Section 16: Other Information

References: Not available. Other Special Considerations: Not available. Created: 10/10/2005 11:58 AM Last Updated: 10/10/2005 11:58 AM The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no event shall ScienceLab.com be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if ScienceLab.com has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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