MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Alkaid 50™
Sauber Professionals Inc.
Unit 4B2 Rosario Avenue, Rosario Complex, City of San Pedro 4023 Philippines

SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

FINISHED PRODUCT NAME:

Alkaid 50™

MANUFACTURER INFORMATION:
Oxychem Corporation
500 Boni Avenue, Mandaluyong City
Philippines

EMERGENCY CONTACT:
Sauber Professionals Inc.
+63 2 893 5530
+63 917 328 0423

BUSINESS PHONE:
Sauber Professionals Inc.
+63 917 328 0423 / +63 2 893 5530

SECTION 2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION:
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant,
corrosive), of ingestion, of inhalation. The amount of tissue damage depends on length of
contact. Eye contact can result in corneal damage or blindness. Skin contact can produce
inflammation and blistering. Inhalation of dust will produce irritation to gastro-intestinal or
respiratory tract, characterized by burning, sneezing and coughing. Severe over-exposure can
produce lung damage, choking, unconsciousness or death. Inflammation of the eye is
characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching,
scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian
somatic cells. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not
available. The substance may be toxic to mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract, skin,
eyes. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Repeated exposure of the eyes to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated skin
exposure can produce local skin destruction, or dermatitis. Repeated inhalation of dust can
produce varying degree of respiratory irritation or lung damage.

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION AND INGREDIENTS

Name CAS number % by weight
Sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 <50

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
immediately.

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Alkaid 50™
Sauber Professionals Inc.
Unit 4B2 Rosario Avenue, Rosario Complex, City of San Pedro 4023 Philippines

Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an
emollient. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before
reuse. Get medical attention immediately.

Serious Skin Contact: Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an
anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical attention.

Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing
is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.

Serious Inhalation: Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing
such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is
not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth

resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate medical
attention.

Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed,
call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Serious Ingestion: Not available. HEALTH

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

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: Sodium hydroxide reacts to form
explosive products with ammonia + silver nitrate. Benzene extract of allyl benzenesulfonate
prepared from allyl alcohol, and benzene sulfonyl chloride in presence of aquesous sodium
hydroxide, under vacuum distillation, residue darkened and exploded. Sodium Hydroxde +
impure tetrahydrofuran, which can contain peroxides, can cause serious explosions. Dry
mixtures of sodium hydroxide and sodium tetrahydroborate liberate hydrogen explosively at
230-270 deg. C. Sodium Hydroxide reacts with sodium salt of trichlorophenol + methyl alcohol +
trichlorobenzene + heat to cause an explosion. (Sodium hydroxide)

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. Large Spill: Corrosive liquid. Poisonous liquid. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb
with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Do
not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Use water spray to
reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for
assistance on disposal. Neutralize the residue with a dilute solution of acetic acid. Be careful

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Alkaid 50™
Sauber Professionals Inc.
Unit 4B2 Rosario Avenue, Rosario Complex, City of San Pedro 4023 Philippines

that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS
and with local authorities.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE INFORMATION

Precautions: Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Never add water to this
product. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek
medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, reducing agents, metals, acids,
alkalis, moisture. Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-
ventilated area.

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND 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: Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Boots. 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: Sodium hydroxide STEL: 2
(mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] TWA: 2 CEIL: 2 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United
States] CEIL: 2 (mg/m3) from NIOSHConsult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odor: Odorless.
Taste: Alkaline. Bitter. (Strong.)
Molecular Weight: Not applicable.
Color: Clear Colorless.
pH (1% soln/water): Basic.
Boiling Point: 140°C (284°F)
Melting Point: 12°C (53.6°F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 1.53 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: The highest known value is 2.3 kPa (@ 20°C) (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.
Solubility: Easily soluble in cold water.

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Excess heat, incompatible materials, water/moisture Incompatibility
with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, metals, acids, alkalis.
Slightly reactive with water

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Alkaid 50™
Sauber Professionals Inc.
Unit 4B2 Rosario Avenue, Rosario Complex, City of San Pedro 4023 Philippines

Corrosivity: Extremely corrosive in presence of aluminum, brass. Corrosive in presence of

copper, of stainless steel(304), of stainless steel(316). Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Hygroscopic. Much heat is evolved when solid material is
dissolved in water. Therefore cold water and caution must be used for this process. Generates
considerable heat when a sodium hydroxide solution is mixed with an acid Sodium hydroxide
solution and octanol + diborane during a work-up of a reaction mixture of oxime and diborane in
tetrahyrofuran is very exothermic, a mild explosion being noted on one occassion. Reactive with
water, acids (mineral, non-oxidizing, e.g. hydrochloric, hydrofluoric acid, muriatic acid,
phosphoric), acids (mineral, oxidizing e.g. chromic acid, hypochlorous acid, nitric acid, sulfuric
acid), acids (organic e.g. acetic acid, benzoic acid, formic acid, methanoic acid, oxalic acid),
aldehydes (e.g. acetaldehyde, acrolein, chloral hydrate, foraldehyde), carbamates (e.g.
carbanolate, carbofuran), esters (e.g. butyl acetate, ethyl acetate, propyl formate), halogenated
organics (dibromoethane, hexachlorobenzene, methyl chloride, trichloroethylene), isocyanates
(e.g. methyl isocyanate), ketones (acetone, acetophenone, MEK, MIBK), acid chlorides, strong
bases, strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, flammable liquids, powdered metals
and metals (i.e aluminum, tin, zinc, hafnium, raney nickel), metals (alkali and alkaline e.g.
cesium, potassium, sodium), metal compounds (toxic e.g. berylium, lead acetate, nickel
carbonyl, tetraethyl lead), mitrides (e.g. potassium nitride, sodium nitride), nitriles (e.g.
acetonitrile, methyl cyanide), nitro compounds (organic e.g. nitrobenzene, nitromethane), acetic
anhydride, hydroquinone, chlorohydrin, chlorosulfonic acid, ethylene cyanohydrin, glyoxal,
hydrosulfuric acid, oleum, propiolactone, acylonitrile, phorosous pentoxide, chloroethanol,
chloroform-methanol, tetrahydroborate, cyanogen azide, 1,2,4,5 tetrachlorobenzene,
cinnamaldehyde. Reacts with formaldehyde hydroxide to yield formic acid, and hydrogen.
(Sodium hydroxide) Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Very caustic to aluminum and other metals
in presence of moisture. Polymerization: Will not occur.

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Toxicity to
Animals: LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available. Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available

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. Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are
less toxic than the product itself. Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE DISPOSAL: Dispose of in accordance to federal, state, and local regulations.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Dispose of in accordance to federal, state, and local
regulations.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT Classification: Class 8:
Corrosive material Identification: : Sodium hydroxide, solution (Sodium hydroxide)
UNNA: UN1824 PG: II
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.

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Alkaid 50™
Sauber Professionals Inc.
Unit 4B2 Rosario Avenue, Rosario Complex, City of San Pedro 4023 Philippines

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Federal and State Regulations: Illinois toxic substances disclosure to employee act: Sodium
hydroxide Illinois chemical safety act: Sodium hydroxide New York release reporting list:
Sodium hydroxide Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Sodium hydroxide Pennsylvania
RTK: Sodium hydroxide Minnesota: Sodium hydroxide Massachusetts RTK: Sodium hydroxide
New Jersey: Sodium hydroxide Louisiana spill reporting: Sodium hydroxide TSCA 8(b)
inventory: Sodium hydroxide; Water CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Sodium hydroxide: 1000
lbs. (453.6 kg); Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication
Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

OTHER INFORMATION: NA
DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet is furnished without
any warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. Information on this Data Sheet has been
assembled by the manufacturer based on its own studies and the work of others, and is
believed to be correct as of the date issued. However, no warranty of any kind is expressed or
implied as to the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained herein. The
manufacturer shall not be liable, regardless of fault, to the vendee, the vendee’s employees or
anyone for any direct, special or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the
accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information herein. It is intended to assist in the
normal safe usage of the product.

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