SAFETY DATA SHEET

Creation Date 11-Feb-2010 Revision Date 05-Jan-2021 Revision Number 5

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

1.1. Product identifier

Product Description: Sodium hydroxide, pearl

Cat No. : B24414
Synonyms Caustic soda; Lye
CAS-No 1310-73-2
Molecular Formula NaOH
Reach Registration Number -

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Recommended Use Laboratory chemicals.

Sector of use SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites
Product category PC21 - Laboratory chemicals
Process categories PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent
Environmental release category ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)
Uses advised against No Information available

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company Alfa Aesar .

Avocado Research Chemicals, Ltd.
Shore Road
Port of Heysham Industrial Park
Heysham, Lancashire LA3 2XY
United Kingdom
Office Tel: +44 (0) 1524 850506
Office Fax: +44 (0) 1524 850608

E-mail address uktech@alfa.com

www.alfa.com
Product Safety Department

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Call Carechem 24 at
+44 (0) 1865 407333 (English only);
+44 (0) 1235 239670 (Multi-language)

SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

CLP Classification - Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Physical hazards

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Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Health hazards

Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 A (H314)

Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 (H318)

Environmental hazards
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16

2.2. Label elements

Signal Word Danger

Hazard Statements
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary Statements
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and
easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower

2.3. Other hazards

Substance is not considered persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) / very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB)

Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates

SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1. Substances

Component CAS-No EC-No. Weight % CLP Classification - Regulation (EC) No

1272/2008
Sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 215-185-5 > 95 Skin Corr. 1A (H314)
Eye Dam. 1 (H318)
Sodium carbonate 497-19-8 207-838-8 <3 Eye Irrit. 2 (H319)

Component Specific concentration limits M-Factor Component notes

(SCL's)
Sodium hydroxide Skin Corr. 1A :: C>=5% - -

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Skin Corr. 1B :: 2%<=C<5%
Eye Irrit. 2 :: 0.5%<=C<2%
Skin Irrit. 2 :: 0.5%<=C<2%

Reach Registration Number -

Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1. Description of first aid measures

General Advice Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Immediate medical attention is
required.

Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
Immediate medical attention is required. Keep eye wide open while rinsing.

Skin Contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated
clothes and shoes. Call a physician immediately.

Ingestion Immediate medical attention is required. Do NOT induce vomiting. Drink plenty of water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Call a physician or poison
control center immediately. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled
the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a
one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device.

Self-Protection of the First Aider Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to
protect themselves and prevent spread of contamination.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Causes burns by all exposure routes. Ingestion causes severe swelling, severe damage to
the delicate tissue and danger of perforation: Product is a corrosive material. Use of gastric
lavage or emesis is contraindicated. Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should
be investigated

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Substance is nonflammable; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire. CO 2, dry chemical, dry sand,
alcohol-resistant foam.

Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons

No information available.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

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Hazardous Combustion Products
Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2), Sodium oxides.

5.3. Advice for firefighters

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment as required. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Should not be released into the environment. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Do not flush into surface
water or sanitary sewer system.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Avoid dust formation.

6.4. Reference to other sections

Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 8 and 13.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only under a chemical fume
hood. Do not breathe dust. Do not ingest. If swallowed then seek immediate medical assistance.

Hygiene Measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do
not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before
re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Corrosives area. Store under an inert atmosphere. Protect
from moisture.

Technical Rules for Hazardous Substances (TRGS) 510 Storage Class (LGK) Class 8B
(Germany)

7.3. Specific end use(s)

Use in laboratories

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1. Control parameters

Exposure limits
List source(s): UK - EH40/2005 Work Exposure Limits, Third edition. Published 2018. IRE - 2018 Code of Practice for the Chemical
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Agents Regulations, Schedule 1. Published by the Health and Safety Authority

Component The United Kingdom European Union Ireland

Sodium hydroxide 2 mg/m3 STEL STEL: 2 mg/m3 15 min

Biological limit values

This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with biological limits established by the region specific
regulatory bodies

Monitoring methods
BS EN 14042:2003 Title Identifier: Workplace atmospheres. Guide for the application and use of procedures for the assessment of
exposure to chemical and biological agents.
MDHS14/3 General methods for sampling and gravimetric analysis of respirable and inhalable dust

Derived No Effect Level (DNEL) No information available

Route of exposure Acute effects (local) Acute effects Chronic effects Chronic effects
(systemic) (local) (systemic)
Oral
Dermal
Inhalation

Predicted No Effect Concentration No information available.

(PNEC)

8.2. Exposure controls

Engineering Measures
Use only under a chemical fume hood. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or
equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to
control hazardous materials at source

Personal protective equipment

Eye Protection Goggles (European standard - EN 166)

Hand Protection Protective gloves

Glove material Breakthrough time Glove thickness EU standard Glove comments

Neoprene See manufacturers - EN 374 (minimum requirement)
recommendations
Skin and body protection Long sleeved clothing

Inspect gloves before use.

Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves.
(Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information)
Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g.
sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger
of cuts, abrasion.
Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Respiratory Protection When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use
appropriate certified respirators.
To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used
and maintained properly

Large scale/emergency use Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits
are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced
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Recommended Filter type: Particulates filter conforming to EN 143

Small scale/Laboratory use Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure
limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Recommended half mask:- Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN
141
When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted

Environmental exposure controls Prevent product from entering drains.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical State Solid

Appearance White
Odor Odorless
Odor Threshold No data available
Melting Point/Range 318 °C / 604.4 °F
Softening Point No data available
Boiling Point/Range 1390 °C / 2534 °F @ 760 mmHg
Flammability (liquid) Not applicable Solid
Flammability (solid,gas) No information available
Explosion Limits No data available

Flash Point Not applicable Method - No information available

Autoignition Temperature No data available
Decomposition Temperature No data available
pH 14 (5 %)
Viscosity Not applicable Solid
Water Solubility Soluble
Solubility in other solvents No information available
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water)
Vapor Pressure 1 mmHg @ 739 °C
Density / Specific Gravity 2.13
Bulk Density No data available
Vapor Density Not applicable Solid
Particle characteristics No data available

9.2. Other information

Molecular Formula NaOH

Molecular Weight 40
Evaporation Rate Not applicable - Solid

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1. Reactivity
None known, based on information available

10.2. Chemical stability

Water reactive, Hygroscopic.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous Polymerization No information available.

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Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.

10.4. Conditions to avoid

Avoid dust formation. Incompatible products. Excess heat. Exposure to moist air or water.

10.5. Incompatible materials

Water. Metals. Acids.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2). Sodium oxides.

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1. Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Product Information

(a) acute toxicity;

Oral Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Dermal Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Inhalation Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Component LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation

Sodium hydroxide LD50 = 325 mg/kg ( Rat ) LD50 = 1350 mg/kg ( Rabbit ) -

Sodium carbonate 2800 mg/kg ( Rat ) > 2000 mg/kg (rabbit) 2.3 mg/l 2h (Rat)

(b) skin corrosion/irritation; Category 1 A Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

(c) serious eye damage/irritation; Category 1 Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

(d) respiratory or skin sensitization;

Respiratory Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Skin Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

(e) germ cell mutagenicity; Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Mutagenic effects have occurred in experimental animals

(f) carcinogenicity; Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
There are no known carcinogenic chemicals in this product

(g) reproductive toxicity; Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

(h) STOT-single exposure; Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

(i) STOT-repeated exposure; Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Target Organs None known.

(j) aspiration hazard; Not applicable

Solid

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Symptoms / effects,both acute and Ingestion causes severe swelling, severe damage to the delicate tissue and danger of
delayed perforation. Product is a corrosive material. Use of gastric lavage or emesis is
contraindicated. Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should be investigated.

11.2. Information on other hazards

Endocrine Disrupting Properties Assess endocrine disrupting properties for human health. This product does not contain any
known or suspected endocrine disruptors.

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1. Toxicity
Ecotoxicity effects Do not empty into drains. Contains a substance which is:. Harmful to aquatic organisms.
The product contains following substances which are hazardous for the environment.

Component Freshwater Fish Water Flea Freshwater Algae

Sodium hydroxide LC50: = 45.4 mg/L, 96h static EC50 = 40.4 mg/L, 48h (Daphnia -
(Oncorhynchus mykiss) sp.)

Sodium carbonate Lepomis macrochirus: LC50: 300 EC50: = 265 mg/L, 48h
mg/L/96h (Daphnia magna)
Gambusia affinis: LC50: 740
mg/L/96h

Component Microtox M-Factor

Sodium hydroxide -
Sodium carbonate -

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence Soluble in water, Persistence is unlikely, based on information available.
Degradation in sewage Contains substances known to be hazardous to the environment or not degradable in waste
treatment plant water treatment plants.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential Bioaccumulation is unlikely

12.4. Mobility in soil The product is water soluble, and may spread in water systems Will likely be mobile in the
environment due to its water solubility. Highly mobile in soils

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB Substance is not considered persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) / very persistent
assessment and very bioaccumulative (vPvB).

12.6. Endocrine disrupting

properties
Endocrine Disruptor Information This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors

12.7. Other adverse effects

Persistent Organic Pollutant This product does not contain any known or suspected substance
Ozone Depletion Potential This product does not contain any known or suspected substance

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1. Waste treatment methods

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Waste from Residues/Unused Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a
Products hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and
national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
Waste is classified as hazardous. Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives
on waste and hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Contaminated Packaging Dispose of this container to hazardous or special waste collection point.

European Waste Catalogue (EWC) According to the European Waste Catalog, Waste Codes are not product specific, but
application specific.
Other Information Do not flush to sewer. Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the
application for which the product was used. Do not empty into drains. Large amounts will
affect pH and harm aquatic organisms. Solutions with high pH-value must be neutralized
before discharge.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

IMDG/IMO

14.1. UN number UN1823

14.2. UN proper shipping name SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
14.3. Transport hazard class(es) 8
14.4. Packing group II

ADR

14.1. UN number UN1823

14.2. UN proper shipping name SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
14.3. Transport hazard class(es) 8
14.4. Packing group II

IATA

14.1. UN number UN1823

14.2. UN proper shipping name SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
14.3. Transport hazard class(es) 8
14.4. Packing group II

14.5. Environmental hazards No hazards identified

14.6. Special precautions for user No special precautions required

14.7. Maritime transport in bulk Not applicable, packaged goods

according to IMO instruments

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

International Inventories
China, X = listed, Australia, U.S.A. (TSCA), Canada (DSL/NDSL), Europe (EINECS/ELINCS/NLP), Australia (AICS), Korea (ECL), China (IECSC),
Japan (ENCS), Philippines (PICCS).

Component EINECS ELINCS NLP TSCA DSL NDSL PICCS ENCS IECSC AICS KECL
Sodium hydroxide 215-185-5 - X X - X X X X KE-3148
7
Sodium carbonate 207-838-8 - X X - X X X X KE-3138
0
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Regulation (EC) No 649/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 concerning the export and
import of dangerous chemicals
Not applicable

National Regulations

WGK Classification See table for values

Component Germany - Water Classification (VwVwS) Germany - TA-Luft Class

Sodium hydroxide WGK1
Sodium carbonate WGK1

UK - Take note of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002 and 2005 Amendment

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

A Chemical Safety Assessment/Report (CSA/CSR) has not been conducted

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3

H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318 - Causes serious eye damage
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

Legend

CAS - Chemical Abstracts Service TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b)
Inventory
EINECS/ELINCS - European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic
Substances/EU List of Notified Chemical Substances Substances List
PICCS - Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances ENCS - Japanese Existing and New Chemical Substances
IECSC - Chinese Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
KECL - Korean Existing and Evaluated Chemical Substances NZIoC - New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals

WEL - Workplace Exposure Limit TWA - Time Weighted Average

ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer
DNEL - Derived No Effect Level Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC)
RPE - Respiratory Protective Equipment LD50 - Lethal Dose 50%
LC50 - Lethal Concentration 50% EC50 - Effective Concentration 50%
NOEC - No Observed Effect Concentration POW - Partition coefficient Octanol:Water
PBT - Persistent, Bioaccumulative, Toxic vPvB - very Persistent, very Bioaccumulative

ADR - European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of ICAO/IATA - International Civil Aviation Organization/International Air
Dangerous Goods by Road Transport Association
IMO/IMDG - International Maritime Organization/International Maritime MARPOL - International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from
Dangerous Goods Code Ships
OECD - Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ATE - Acute Toxicity Estimate
BCF - Bioconcentration factor VOC (volatile organic compound)
Key literature references and sources for data
https://echa.europa.eu/information-on-chemicals
Suppliers safety data sheet, Chemadvisor - LOLI, Merck index, RTECS

Training Advice
Chemical hazard awareness training, incorporating labelling, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and
hygiene.
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Use of personal protective equipment, covering appropriate selection, compatibility, breakthrough thresholds, care, maintenance, fit
and standards.
First aid for chemical exposure, including the use of eye wash and safety showers.
Chemical incident response training.

Prepared By Health, Safety and Environmental Department

Creation Date 11-Feb-2010
Revision Date 05-Jan-2021
Revision Summary SDS authoring systems update, replaces ChemGes SDS No. 1310-73-2/1.

This safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006
COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2020/878 amending Annex II to Regulation (EC) No
1907/2006
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the
date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage,
transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information
relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process, unless specified in the text

End of Safety Data Sheet

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