Material Safety Data Sheet.
‘Soda Lime’
Pink to White.
MSDS Ref: MSDS/01
 
1. Product Identification
 
Trade name: Soda Lime
Description:
Carbon Dioxide absorbent for use in Anesthesia and Respirators:
Solid pink granules formed from a combination of Calcium Hydroxide and Sodium
Hydroxide, with a trace of Titan Yellow indicator.
Synonyms: None
CAS No.: 8006-28-8
Molecular Weight: 96.07
Molecular Formula: CaHNaO2
HS Code: 3824.9099

 
  

2. Composition/ Information on ingredients.

 
Ingredient CAS No Content Risk Phrase Hazard Symbol
(% weight )
 
       
Calcium        
Hydroxide 1305-62-0 70 – 80 % R41 Xi
         
Sodium        
Hydroxide 1310-73-2 Under 4.0 % R35 C
         
Titan yellow 1829-00-1 Under 0.1 % R22/41 Xn
   
     
Water 12.0 – 19.0 %
 
 
Soda Lime contains no ozone depleting chemicals and no volatile organic
chemical. During manufacture of Soda Lime no ozone depleting chemicals and
no volatile organic chemical are used.
 
 
3. Hazards Identification
 
Health rating: Slight.
Flammability rating: None.
Reactivity rating: Slight.
Lab Protective Equip: Dust mask recommended, General purpose
rubber gloves, Goggles, Wash after skin contact.
 
Nature of hazard of finished mixture,
‘Xi’ Irritant
 
Risk phrases for finished mixture,
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes. R 36/37/38Irritating to eye, respiratory system
and skin.
 
Safety Phrases:
 
S2 Keep out of reach of children, S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and
eye/face protection. S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical
advice immediately and show label if possible.
 
Dangerous Component determining label and risk phrases
Sodium Hydroxide ( under 4 % weight ).

 
  

4. First Aid Measures.

 
Eyes: Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed.
Extensive irrigation with water is required (at least 30 minutes).
Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Remove
contaminated clothing in a manner which limits further exposure. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Thoroughly clean clothes and shoes before re-
use.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give copious
quantities of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get
medical aid immediately.
Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately.
 
 
5. Fire Fighting Measures.
 
Fire: Product is not considered to be a fire hazard. Packaging may be combustible.
Explosion: Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media that is appropriate for the
environment. Do not get water inside containers and take care of resulting alkaline
water .
Flash Point: Not applicable, material is considered to be non-combustible.
NOTE: CO2 is not suitable as extinguishing media: Exothermic reaction may
occur.
 
6.Accidental release measures.
 
Health precautions. Do not inhale released dust. Use dust mask type 3M 8710E.
Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Environmental considerations. Do not discharge into sewer system.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Do not get water inside containers.

 
  

7. Handling and Storage.

 
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Use with adequate ventilation and dust extractor if necessary. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale.
Do not allow contact with water. Keep from contact with moist air and steam.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Keep away from strong acids.
Store protected from moisture.
Store at temperatures ranging from –20oC to +50oC.
Do not allow to desiccate ( dry out ).
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash
facility.
 
 
8. Exposure Controls
 
Follow instructions for use when handling Soda Lime.

Exposure limits of components where relevant.

CAS No Material Occupational Exposure Limit.

1305-62-0 Calcium Hydroxide 5 mg/m 3 8-hour time
weighted average.
 
1310-73-2 Sodium Hydroxide 2 mg m 3 Short Term
Exposure Limit.
 
 
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical safety goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to preventskin exposure.
Respirators: Not necessary as Soda Lime is provided in irregular shaped granular
form. If dust is generated, use dust mask type 3M 8710E.

 
  

9. Physical and Chemical Properties.

 
Physical State: Irregular Granules of <5 mm.
Appearance: Pink
Odor: None.
pH: Basic in solution
Bulk density: 830 – 860 g/l.
Solubility in water: Less than 1 g/l at room temperature.
Decomposition Temperature where relevant:
Calcium Hydroxide decomposes to CaO at approximately 500oC.
Sodium Hydroxide decomposes to Na2O at very high temperatures.
Molecular Formula: Mixture of chemicals - see section 2
 
 
10. Stability and reactivity.
 
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature. Substance readily absorbs carbon dioxide from air.
Conditions to Avoid:
Avoid contact with acids – vigorous reactions are possible. Do not use with
trichloroethylene and chloroform.
Contact with high concentration of Carbon Dioxide will generate high
temperatures.
Materials to avoid:
Hydrogen gas may be formed when in contact with some metals.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Toxic fumes of sodium oxide, calcium oxide. Low level of Amines may be released
from decomposition of Titan Yellow.
 
 
11. Toxicological Information.
 
No toxicity data is available for finished mixture. However,
 
Toxicity of major component.
 
CAS No Material Acute toxicity.
1305-62-0 Calcium Hydroxide LD50rat of 7,300 mg/Kg
 
Toxicity of minor components.
 
CAS No Material Acute toxicity.
1310-73-2 Sodium Hydroxide LD50 rabbit 500 mg/kg
(10 % solution)

 
  

12. Ecological information.

 
Soda Lime is not expected to significantly bio accumulate.
Converts to naturally occurring materials.
Do not discharge into lakes, rivers of sewer systems. When handled properly,
Soda Lime is not likely to prove detrimental to the environment.
 
 
13. Disposal Consideration.
 
Dispose of used and unused product in accordance with local authority
requirements.
Discharged packaging material can be disposed of as household waste.
 
 
14. Transport Information.
 
Soda Lime is not a dangerous product and may be sent by post.
 
Transport Classification: Irritant
UN Number: None.
Hazard Class: None.
Packaging group: III low danger
 
 
15. Regulatory Information
 
Identification symbol and indication of danger:
Xi Irritant
 
Risk Phrases
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes. R 36/37/38Irritating to eye, respiratory system
and skin.
 
Dangerous Component determining label and risk phrases.
Sodium Hydroxide ( under 4 % weight )
 
Safety Phrases.
S2 Keep out of reach of children, S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and
eye/face protection. S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical
advice immediately and show label if possible.

 
  

16. Other information.

 
The intended use of this product is as an absorbent for Carbon Dioxide. It is suitable
for use within anaesthetic equipment.
 
The above information represents our current state of experience and is provided in
good faith. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person. It is the
responsibility of the customer to test whether the product is suitable for the purpose
intended by the customer.