MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
M.S.D.S.
While NACCO Products believes that data contained herein are factual and the opinions
expressed are those of qualified experts regarding the results of tests conducted, the data herein
is not to be taken as a warranty or representation for which NACCO Products assumes legal
responsibility. They are offered solely for your consideration, investigation and verification. Any
use of this data and information must be determined by the user with applicable Federal and
State laws and regulations.
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I: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
TRADENAME (as labeled): SODIUM SULFITE
Chemical Name: SODIUM SULFITE
Chemical Family:
Formula:
Synonyms:
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EMERGENCY CONTACT:
CHEMTREC
1-800-424-9300
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MANUFACTURER'S NAME: NACCO/ NATIONAL RESEARCH & CHEMICAL
444 EAST GARDENA BLVD.
GARDENA, CA. 90248
PHONE: (310) 352-6999
FAX: (310) 527-9963
Department of Transportation: (SHIPPING INFORMATION)
Hazardous Classification: None regulated
Shipping Name: Dot Class:
Packing Group: UN/NA Number:
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II: PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
V.O.C.: N/A Appearance: White to pale yellow powder
Vapor Density (air = 1): N/A Vapor Pressure (at 201C): N/A
Specific Gravity(H2O=1): 2.63 Boiling Point/Range1F: N/A
Solubility in Water: Complete Evaporation Rate: N/A
Odor: None pH (of 1% solution): 5% solution 9.8
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III: COMPOSITION INFORMATION
COMPONENTS CAS# PERCENTAGE
Sodium Sulfite 7757-83-7 100%
Material Safety Data Sheet: Sodium Sulfite
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IV: POTENTIAL HEALTH HAZARD DATA
EFFECTS OF ACUTE OVER- EXPOSURE:
Eye Contact: Dust can cause irritation or burns to the eye.
Skin Absorption: Dust may cause irritation. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact.
Inhalation: Dust may cause upper respiratory tract irritation. Avoid breathing dust.
Skin Contact: May cause irritation from prolonged contact.
Swallowing: May cause nausea, dizziness and headache. Estimated to be moderately toxic.
Other Health Hazards: None.
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V: FIRST AID EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical
attention.
Skin Contact: Flush with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation continues,
seek medical attention.
Inhalation: Immediately move to fresh air. Get medical attention.
Swallowed: Immediately contact physician. Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, give large
amounts of water.
Other: None.
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VI: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: None
Flammable Limits:
Lower: 0 Upper: 0
Extinguishing Media: Material is not flammable.
Water Spray: Foam:
Carbon Dioxide: Dry Chemical:
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self - contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard: None
Other: None.
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Material Safety Data Sheet: Sodium Sulfite
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VII: REACTIVITY DATA
Stability:
Stable: X Unstable:
Conditions to Avoid: Fire or heat. High temperatures yield sulfur dioxide gas and hazardous
residue.
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizers. Acids release sulfur dioxide gas.
Hazardous combustion鈥檚
or Decomposition Products: Combustion will produce sulfur dioxide and sodium sulfite residue.
Hazardous Polymerization:
May Occur: Will Not Occur: X
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VIII: SPILL, LEAK AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken: Contain spill by inorganic, non-combustible absorbent, such as, sand, pads or
inert material. Sweep material into a suitable D.O.T approved container. Use caution to avoid
dust and provide ventilation.
Preparing waste for disposal: For disposal or discharge, contact Federal, State or Local Agencies.
NOTE: DISPOSE OF ALL WASTE ACCORDING WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL
REGULATIONS.
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IX: SPECIAL HANDLING INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: Use approved dust respirators.
Ventilation: Avoid breathing dust. Use in a well-ventilated area.
Protective Gloves: Rubber or plastic, impervious gloves.
Eye Protection: Safety goggles should be worn in chemical handling.
Other clothing and Equipment: Apron or lab coat. Also safety shower and eye bath. Industrial
safety shoes.
Work practices, hygienic requirements: Avoid unnecessary personal contact. Wash hands
thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Other handling and storage requirements: Store above 481F.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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Material Safety Data Sheet: Sodium Sulfite
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X: OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS RATINGS CHART:
HMIS:
Health: 2 Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0 Personal Protection: B
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XI: REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA TITLE III - SECTION 311/312:
N- Fire Hazard
N-Sudden release of pressure hazard
N-Reactivity hazard
N-Immediate health hazard (acute)
Y-Delayed health hazard (chronic)
SARA TITLE III - SECTION 302/304:
This product does not contain extremely hazardous substances at levels, which could require
reporting.
SARA TITLE III = SECTION 313:
This product does not contain toxic chemicals at levels, which require reporting.
OZONE - DEPLETING CHEMICALS:
None
CERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY:
None
TSCA STATUS:
All components of these products are on the TSCA Inventory or are exempt from TSCA
inventory requirements.
OSHA REGULATIONS:
Do not apply to this material or it鈥檚 components. At levels which require reporting.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
This product does not contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
CALIFORNIA SCAQMO RULE 443.1:
VOC - not applicable
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