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Note: This is a typical
MSDS for Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate). This document is provided by
our supplier and is for information purposes only.

Country of Origin: China
Product Identification
- Product
Name: Sodium carbonate, anhydrous, pure
- Synonyms:
Soda ash
- CAS:
497-19-8
- Hazard
Symbols: XI
- Risk
Phrases: 36

Physical
and Chemical Properties
- Physical
State: Powder
- Color: White
- Odor:
Odorles
- Vapor
Pressure: Not available.
- Viscosity:
Not available.
- Boiling
Point: 1600 deg C @ 760.00mm Hg
- Melting
Point: 851 deg C
- Autoignition
Temperature: Not available.
- Flash
Point: Not available.
- Explosion
Limits, lower: Not available.
- Explosion
Limits, upper: Not available.
- Solubility
in water: 22 G/100 ML WATER (20°C)
- Specific
Gravity/Density: 2.5320g/cm3
- Molecular
Formula: Na2CO3
- Molecular
Weight: 105.99

Hazards Identification
- Irritating
to eyes.Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air).
Potential Health Effects
- Eye: Causes eye irritation
- Skin: May cause skin
irritation
- Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive
tract
- Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation
- Chronic:
Not available

First
Aid Measures
-
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
-
Skin: Flush
skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid.
-
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting.
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk
or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Get medical aid immediately.
- Inhalation: Remove from exposure
and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Fire
Fighting Measures
- General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Substance is noncombustible.
- Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to
extinguish surrounding fire.

Accidental Release Measures
- General Information: Use proper personal protective
equipment (see below).
- Spills (Leaks): Vacuum or sweep up material and
place into a suitable disposal container.
Handling and Storage
- Handling:
Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical
fume hood.
- Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
- Engineering Controls:
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels.
Personal Protective Equipment
- Eyes: Wear chemical goggles and face shield.
- Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing
to prevent skin exposure.
- Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to
minimize contact with skin.
- Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations
found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always
use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator
when necessar

Stability and Reactivity
- Chemical Stability: Stable.
- Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, exposure to moist
air or water, temperatures above 300°C.
- Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong acids, aluminum, fluorine, sulfuric
acid, zinc, hydrogen peroxides, lithium, phosphorus pentoxide,
2,4,6-trinitrotoluene, 2,-4-dinitrotoluene.
- Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, toxic fumes of sodium oxide.
- Hazardous
Polymerization: Has not been reported.

Toxicological Information
- RTECS No.:
CAS# 497-19-8: VZ4050000
- LD50/LC50:
CAS# 497-19-8:
Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate;
Draize
test, rabbit, eye: 50 mg Severe;
Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500
mg/24H Mild;
Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 1200 mg/m3/2H;
Inhalation,
rat: LC50 = 2300 mg/m3/2H;
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 6600 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 4090 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Sodium carbonate, anhydrous, pure -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Ecological Information
- Ecotoxicity:
Toxic to aquatic life: damaging action due to shift in pH

Disposal Considerations
- Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal,
state, and local regulations.

Transport Information
- IATA:
No information available.
- IMO:
No information available.
- RID/ADR:
No information available.

Regulatory Information
- European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
- Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases:
R 36 Irritating to eyes.
Safety Phrases:
S 22 Do not breathe dust.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

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