SALT (SODIUM CHLORIDE) -GRANULAR / PDV / TABLETS

Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking

(N.C.E.C. CULHAM) 01865 407333

SAFETY DATA SHEET

Product name

SALT (SODIUM CHLORIDE) - GRANULAR / PDV / TABLETS

Conforms to 93/112/EC and ISO 11014-1 - United Kingdom (UK)

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Chemical product name SALT (SODIUM CHLORIDE) -GRANULAR / PDV / TABLETS

SALT (SODIUM CHLORIDE) -GRANULAR / PDV / TABLETS

Synonyms

Albion Chemical DistributionAlbion HouseRawdon ParkGreen LaneYeadonLeedsLS19 7XX

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Formula NaCl Molecular Mass 58.45: :

Composition/information on ingredients2.

Substance/Preparation Substance

* Occupational Exposure Limit(s), if available, are listed in Section 8

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CAS No. % EC Number Symbol R-PhrasesChemical name*

1) SALT (SODIUM CHLORIDE) - GRANULAR / PDV /TABLETS

7647-14-5 100 231-598-3 - -

>99.5% NaCl, <0.5% water.Composition

CAS No. 7647-14-5

EINECS Number 231-598-3

Hazards identification3.

Human health hazards Not classified as hazardous.:

Have victim drink 240-300ml of water. If vomiting occurs naturally, rinse mouth and repeat administration of water.Obtain medical attention.

Skin contact

Immediately flood the eye with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes, holding the eye open. Obtain medical attention ifsoreness or redness persists.

Wash skin with water.

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Exposure to dust at high concentrations may have the following effects:- irritation of nose, throat and respiratory tract.

Dust may have a drying effect on the skin.Skin contact

Dust may cause conjunctival irritation.Eye Contact

Inhalation

First-Aid measures

Remove from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. Irrigate mouth and nasal passages with water. Seek medical attention ifyou feel unwell.

Ingestion

Effects and symptoms

Inhalation

Eye Contact

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First-aid measures

Fire-fighting measures5.

Suitable

Fire fighters should wear self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full turnout gear.

Hazardous thermal (de)compositionproducts

Unusual fire/explosion Hazards

Reacts with conc. sulphuric acid generating: hydrogen chloride.

This product may give rise to hazardous fumes in a fire.

Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.Protection of fire-fighters

Special fire-fighting procedures

Select extinguishing agent appropriate to other materials involved. Not combustible.

Extinguishing Media

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Environmental precautions andcleanup methods

Personal Precautions

Sweep up into suitable containers for recovery or disposal.

No special requirements.

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Advise Authorities if spillage has entered water course or sewer or has contaminated soil or vegetation.:

Handling

Handling and storage

Storage

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Use in well ventilated area. Avoid inhaling dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.

Packaging materials

Use original container.

Storage area should be: cool. dry. well ventilated. Storage and transfer equipment should be adequately earthed andbonded to prevent the accumulation of static charges. The product may be stored in polythene or in stainless steelcontainers for bulk quantities. Do not store in:- metal drums.

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Recommended use

Engineering measures Use of the basic principles of Industrial Hygiene will enable this material to be used safely.

Workplace Exposure Limits

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Wash hands after handling compounds and before eating, smoking, using lavatory, and at the end of day.Hygiene measures

Skin and body

Personal protective equipment

Dust respirator if conditions are dusty.

Wear: overall or apron. rubber boots.

PVC or rubber gloves.Hands

Chemical goggles.Eyes

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Physical and chemical properties

Physical state

Melting point

Boiling point

Vapour pressure

Density

Solubility

Solid. Crystals.

802

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2.4 mmHg 747°C

35.9% 0°C39.2% 100°C

Odourless.Odour

pH

White.Colour

Flash point Not available.

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Hazardous decomposition products

Conditions to Avoid Exposure to water or moisture. Static discharge.

Stability and reactivity

Reacts with conc. sulphuric acid generating: hydrogen chloride.

The product is stable.Stability

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Sulphuric acid. Nitric acid. Under wet conditions can corrode many common metals, particulary iron, aluminium andzinc. Stainless steel and monel resist attack.

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Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 3000 mg/kg [Rat].

Toxicological information

Acute toxicity

Eye irritation

Skin irritation Irritation after prolonged contact.

Dust may be irritating

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Ecological information

Ecotoxicity Ecotoxicity in water:(LC50): 6750 mg/l, 96 hours [Fish].(IC50): 3014 mg/l, 72 hours [Algae].(EC50): 2024 mg/l, 48 hours [Daphnia].

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Disposal considerations13.

Methods of disposal ; Waste ofresidues ; Contaminated packaging

Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations.:

Not applicable.:Waste Classification

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International transport regulations

Transport information

Non hazardous for transport.UN numberUN :

Regulatory information15.

This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.Risk Phrases

EU Regulations

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Product Use Classification and labelling have been performed according to EU directives 67/548/EEC, 88/379/EEC, includingamendments and the intended use.- Consumer applications.

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Other information

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HISTORY

Michael Hale / Alistair Hunter

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To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiariesassumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should beused with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

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