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Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name Soda & Lime Product Code SX0216
Manufacturer
EMD Chemicals Inc.
P.O. Box 70
480 Democrat Road
Gibbstown, NJ 08027
Prior to January 1, 2003 EMD Chemicals Inc. was EM Industries, Inc. or EM Science, Division of EM Industries, Inc.
Effective Date
7/12/2005
For More Information Call In Case of Emergency Call
856-423-6300 Technical Service
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
800-424-9300 CHEMTREC (USA)
613-996-6666 CANUTEC (Canada)
24 Hours/Day: 7 Days/Week
Synonym Sodasorb
Material Uses Analytical reagent.
Chemical Family Inorganic Alkali.


Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Component CAS # % by Weight
Calcium Hydroxide 1305-62-0 95
Sodium Hydroxide 1310-73-2 2.5
Potassium Hydroxide 1310-58-3 2.5


Section 3. Hazards Identification
Physical State and Appearance Solid.
Emergency Overview DANGER!
POISON!
MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED.
CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN BURNS.
HARMFUL IF INHALED.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: LUNGS, MUCOUS MEMBRANES, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
Routes of Entry Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (corrosive). Causes eye burns.
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive). Skin contact produces burns.
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung corrosive).
Ingestion Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion. May be fatal if swallowed.
Potential Chronic Health Effects
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Additional information See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: 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. Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs.


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.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion If swallowed, 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 immediately.


Section 5. Fire Fighting 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 Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: No.

Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: No.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
Not applicable.
Protective Clothing (Fire) Not applicable.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards Not available.


Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill and Leak Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Large Spill and Leak Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Spill Kit Information No specific spill kit required for this product.


Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Keep container closed. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Storage Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.


Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection
Eyes Splash goggles.
Body Synthetic apron.
Respiratory Vapor and dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
Hands Gloves.
Feet Not applicable.
Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Splash goggles Synthetic apron Vapor and dust respirator Gloves
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor and dust 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.
Product Name Exposure Limits
Calcium Hydroxide AUVA (Austria, 1995).
Spitzenbegrenzung: 10 mg/m3 8 times per shift, 5 minute(s).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
Belgium Minister of Labour (Belgium, 1998).
VL: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
BAUA (Germany, 1997).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
DK-Arbejdstylsinet (Denmark, 1996).
GV: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
80/1107/EEC (Europe, 1991).
TWA: 5 ppm 8 hour(s).
Tyterveyslaitos (Finland, 1998).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
INRS (France, 1996).
VME: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
National Authority for Occupational Safety/Health (Ireland, 1999).
OEL: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
Arbeidsinspectie (Netherlands, 1999).
TGG 8 uur: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
N-Arbeidstylsinet (Norway, 1996).
AN: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
EH40-OES (United Kingdom (UK), 1997).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
ACGIH (United States, 1994).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
NIOSH REL (United States, 1994).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 10 hour(s).
OSHA Final Rule (United States, 1989).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
Sodium Hydroxide ACGIH (United States).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
OSHA (United States).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
AUVA (Austria, 1995).
Spitzenbegrenzung: 4 mg/m3 8 times per shift, 5 minute(s).
TWA: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
Belgium Minister of Labour (Belgium, 1998).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
VL: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
BAUA (Germany, 1997).
Spitzenbegrenzung: 2 mg/m3
TWA: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
DK-Arbejdstylsinet (Denmark, 1996).
Loftværdi: 2 mg/m3
GV: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
Tyterveyslaitos (Finland, 1998).
TWA: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
INRS (France, 1996).
VME: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
National Authority for Occupational Safety/Health (Ireland, 1999).
STEL: 2 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
Arbeidsinspectie (Netherlands, 1999).
MAC-C: 2 mg/m3
TGG 8 uur: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
N-Arbeidstylsinet (Norway, 1996).
AN: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
AFS (Sweden, 1996).
KTV: 2 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
EH40-OES (United Kingdom (UK), 1997).
STEL: 2 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
NIOSH REL (United States, 1994).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
OSHA Final Rule (United States, 1989).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
Potassium Hydroxide AUVA (Austria, 1995).
TWA: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
NOHSC (Australia, 1995).
AMP: 2 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
Lijst Grenswaarden (Belgium, 1998).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
SUVA (Switzerland, 1997).
MAK: 2 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form:
Ministry of Health (CL, 1992).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
TWA: 1.6 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
Arbejdstilsynet (Denmark, 1996).
Loftværdi: 2 mg/m3
INRS (France, 1999).
VLE: 2 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
EH40-OES (United Kingdom (UK), 2000).
STEL: 2 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
NAOSH (Ireland, 1999).
STEL: 2 mg/m3 15 minute(s).
JSOH (Japan, 1996).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
Ministry of Labour (KR, 1997).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
Nationale MAC-lijst (Netherlands, 2000).
MAC-C: 2 mg/m3
Arbeidstilsynet (Norway, 1996).
Takverdi: 2 mg/m3
NZ OSH (NZ, 1994).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
ACGIH TLV (United States, 2000).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
NIOSH REL (United States, 2000).
TWA: 2 mg/m3 10 hour(s).
OSHA Final Rule (United States, 1989).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3


Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Odor Not available.
Color Off-white.
Physical State and Appearance Solid.
Molecular Weight Not applicable.
Molecular Formula Not applicable.
pH Not available.
Boiling/Condensation Point Not available.
Melting/Freezing Point 580°C (1076°F) based on data for: CALCIUM HYDROXIDE. Weighted average: 568.46°C (1055.2°F)
Critical Temperature The lowest known value is 714°C (1317.2°F) (POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE).
Specific Gravity Weighted average: 2.23 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure Not available.
Vapor Density Not available.
Odor Threshold Not available.
Evaporation Rate Not available.
LogKow Not available.
Solubility Soluble in water.


Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Conditions of Instability Not available.
Incompatibility with Various Substances Highly reactive with acids.
Slightly reactive to reactive with organic materials, metals, moisture.
Rem/Incompatibility Violent reactions with maleic anhydride, nitroethane, nitromethane, nitroparaffins, nitropropane, phosphorus. (CALCIUM HYDROXIDE)
Hazardous Decomposition Products Not available.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.


Section 11. Toxicological Information
RTECS Number:
Calcium Hydroxide EW2800000
Sodium Hydroxide WB4900000
Potassium Hydroxide TT2100000
Toxicity Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 273 mg/kg [Rat]. (POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE).
Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Acute Effects on Humans Hazardous in case of eye contact (corrosive). Causes eye burns. Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive). Skin contact produces burns. Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung corrosive). Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion. May be fatal if swallowed.
Synergetic Products (Toxicologically) Not available.
Irritancy Draize Test: Not available.
Sensitization Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation (lung sensitizer).
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Toxicity to Reproductive System Not available.
Teratogenic Effects Not available.
Mutagenic Effects Not available.


Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.


Section 13. Disposal Considerations
EPA Waste Number Not available.
Treatment Material does not have an EPA Waste Number and is not a listed waste, however consultation with a permitted waste disposal site (TSD) should be accomplished. Always contact a permitted waste disposal (TSD) to assure compliance with all current local, state, and Federal Regulations..


Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Proper Shipping Name: CORROSIVE SOLID, BASIC, INORGANIC,N.O.S.(POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE & SODIUM HYDROXIDE)
Hazard Class: 8
UN number: UN3262
Packing Group: II
RQ: Not applicable.
TDG Classification Not available.
IMO/IMDG Classification Proper Shipping Name: CORROSIVE SOLID, BASIC, INORGANIC,N.O.S.(POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE & SODIUM HYDROXIDE)
Hazard Class: 8
UN number: UN3262
Packing Group: II
RQ: Not applicable.
ICAO/IATA Classification Proper Shipping Name: CORROSIVE SOLID, BASIC, INORGANIC,N.O.S.(POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE & SODIUM HYDROXIDE)
Hazard Class: 8
UN number: UN3262
Packing Group: II
RQ: Not applicable.


Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations TSCA 8(b) inventory: CALCIUM HYDROXIDE; SODIUM HYDROXIDE; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: Calcium Hydroxide; Sodium Hydroxide; Potassium Hydroxide
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: Calcium Hydroxide: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard; Sodium Hydroxide: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard; Potassium Hydroxide: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: SODIUM HYDROXIDE; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
WHMIS (Canada) Class D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CLASS E: Corrosive solid.
CEPA DSL: CALCIUM HYDROXIDE; SODIUM HYDROXIDE; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
This product has been classifed in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Product Regulations and the MSDS contains all required information.
International Regulations
EINECS CALCIUM HYDROXIDE 215-137-3
SODIUM HYDROXIDE 215-185-5
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE 215-181-3
DSCL (EEC) R34- Causes burns.
International Lists Australia (NICNAS): CALCIUM HYDROXIDE; SODIUM HYDROXIDE; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE

Germany water class: POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE

Japan (MITI): CALCIUM HYDROXIDE; SODIUM HYDROXIDE; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE

Korea (TCCL): CALCIUM HYDROXIDE; SODIUM HYDROXIDE; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE

Philippines (RA6969): CALCIUM HYDROXIDE; SODIUM HYDROXIDE; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
China: No products were found.
State Regulations Pennsylvania RTK: CALCIUM HYDROXIDE: (generic environmental hazard); SODIUM HYDROXIDE: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard); POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard)
Massachusetts RTK: CALCIUM HYDROXIDE; SODIUM HYDROXIDE; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
New Jersey: CALCIUM HYDROXIDE; SODIUM HYDROXIDE; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
California prop. 65: No products were found.


Section 16. Other Information
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.)
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Health
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Fire Hazard

Reactivity

Specific Hazard
Other Special Considerations Soda & Lime is also assigned the CAS# 8006-28-8.
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Notice to Reader
The statements contained herein are based upon technical data that EMD Chemicals Inc. believes to be reliable, are offered for information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of the material by a properly trained person having the necessary technical skills. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use, storage and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of employees and customers and the protection of the environment. EMD CHEMICALS INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.