SAFETY DATA SHEET Sodium hydroxide (Caustic …

1 Revision Date 06-MAR-14 Revision 07 Supersedes date 25-SEP-10 SAFETY data SHEET Sodium hydroxide ( caustic soda pearl )SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE Product identifierProduct nameSodium hydroxide ( caustic soda pearl )REACH Registration number 01-2119457892-27-XXXXREACH Registration notes mono-constituent Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised againstUses advised againstNo specific uses advised against are Details of the supplier of the SAFETY data sheetBarrettineSupplierBarrettine WorksSt Ivel WayWarmleyBristolBS30 8 TYTel: 0117 960 0060 Fax: 0117 935 Emergency telephone number+44 (0) 1270 502 891 SECTION 2.

2 HAZARDS Classification of the substance or mixtureClassification (EC 1272/2008)Physical and Chemical HazardsMet. Corr. 1 - H290 Human healthSkin Corr. 1A - H314;Eye Dam. 1 - H318 EnvironmentNot (67/548/EEC) C; Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section healthCorrosive. Prolonged contact causes serious eye and tissue product contains a substance which is hazardous to aquatic organisms and which may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. See section 12 as and Chemical HazardsResultant solutions are alkaline (basic) and corrosive to some Label elementsLabel In Accordance With (EC) No.

3 1272/200881/ Sodium hydroxideSignal WordDangerHazard StatementsH290 May be corrosive to severe skin burns and eye serious eye StatementsP280 Wear protective gloves, eye and face +361+353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with +330+331IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce +351+338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue call a POISON CENTER or treatment is urgent (see medical advice on this label).

4 P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with national Precautionary StatementsP234 Keep only in original breathing contaminated skin thoroughly after contaminated clothing before locked Other hazardsThis product does not contain any PBT or vPvB 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON SubstancesSODIUM hydroxide >98%CAS-No.: 1310-73-2EC No.: 215-185-5 Classification (67/548/EEC)C;R35 Classification (EC 1272/2008)Met. Corr. 1 - H290 Skin Corr. 1A - H314 Eye Dam. 1 - H318 Registration Number: 01-2119457892-27-XXXXThe Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section Registration number 01-2119457892-27-XXXXREACH Registration notes mono-constituent substanceSECTION 4: FIRST AID Description of first aid measuresGeneral informationImmediately remove affected person from source of exposure.

5 Provide first aid, rest, warmth and fresh air. First aiders should avoid direct contact with this product and should wear protective gloves, goggles and the affected person warm and at rest. Get prompt medical hydroxideIngestionNEVER MAKE AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON VOMIT OR DRINK FLUIDS! Rinse mouth thoroughly. Get medical attention immediately!Skin contactRemove contaminated clothing. Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after contactPromptly rinse eyes with plenty of clean water while lifting the to rinse for at least 15 minutes.

6 Continue until the eyes are free of all traces of immediate medical Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayedInhalationFrequent inhalation of dust over a long period of time increases the risk of developing lung cause chemical burns in mouth and contactBurning pain and severe corrosive skin contactCorneal Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment neededNo recommendation given, but first aid may still be required in case of accidental exposure, inhalation or ingestion of this chemical. If in doubt, GET MEDICAL ATTENTION PROMPTLY!SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING Extinguishing mediaExtinguishing mediaThe product is non-combustible.

7 Use fire-extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding extinguishing mediaDo not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the Special hazards arising from the substance or mixtureHazardous combustion productsNo hazardous decomposition Fire & Explosion HazardsNo unusual fire or explosion hazards hazardsThe product is non-combustible. If heated, corrosive vapours may be Advice for firefightersProtective equipment for fire-fightersWear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Keep all unnecessary people away. Fire water run-off must not be allowed to contaminate ground or enter drains, sewers or water courses.

8 Provide bunding against fire water 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency proceduresWear protective clothing (see Section 8). Keep unnecessary people at a safe Environmental precautionsDo not allow ANY environmental contamination. Cover all drains and sewers. Avoid spreading spilled Methods and material for containment and cleaning upDO NOT TOUCH SPILLED MATERIAL! Remove by vacuuming. Place into a clearly labelled container for recovery or disposal (see section 13). Rinse site with copious amounts of water, which should not be allowed into drains, sewers or Reference to other sectionsSECTION 7: HANDLING AND Precautions for safe handlingPrevent spilling, skin and eye contact.

9 Use only with adequate ventilation. Observe occupational exposure limits and minimise the risk of inhalation of Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilitiesStore in tightly closed original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Stored containers should be routinely inspected for damage and/or Specific end use(s)For industrial use 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL Control parametersSTDSTEL - 15 MinTWA - 8 HrsNameNotesWEL2 mg/m3 Sodium HYDROXIDEWEL = Workplace Exposure hydroxide (CAS: 1310-73-2) TermLocal Effects1 TermLocal Effects1 Exposure controlsProcess conditionsProvide eyewash, quick measuresProvide adequate ventilation.

10 Observe occupational exposure limits and minimize the risk of inhalation of equipmentIf ventilation is insufficient suitable respiratory protection must be advice and recommendations of the manufacturer or supplier of equipmentHand protectionWear suitable protective gloves conforming to EN 374. Seek recommendations from manufacturer or supplier. After using gloves the hands should be washed and thoroughly dried and a suitable moisturiser applied. Suitable gloves may include - Nitrile. Butyl protectionWear tightly fitting SAFETY goggles conforming to EN ProtectionWear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin measuresDO NOT SMOKE IN WORK AREA!