[  Technical grade Caustic Soda  ]

1.Applications

(1)The basic chemical raw materials, used for high purity reagents, widely used in

chemical industry, metallurgy, paper making, petroleum, textile and daily chemical

and other departments.

(2)Used in the manufacture of soap, paper, rayon, cotton, refined kerosene.

2.Physical and Chemical Prperties

Physical State: Liquid

Color: colorless

Odor: practically odorless

pH: Not available.

Vapor Pressure: Not available.

Viscosity: Not available.

Boiling Point: > 100 deg C

Freezing/Melting Point: > 0 deg C

Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.

Flash Point: Not applicable.

Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.

Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.

Decomposition Temperature:

Solubility in water: Soluble.

Specific Gravity/Density:

Molecular Formula: Solution

Molecular Weight: 0

3.Hazards Identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:  Not available.

Potential Health Effects

Eye:  Causes mild eye irritation.

Skin:  May cause skin irritation.

Ingestion:  May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Inhalation:  May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Chronic:  No information found.

(First Aid Measures)

Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If

irritation develops, get medical aid.

Skin:  Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.

Ingestion:  Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious

and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Wash mouth out with water. Get medical aid if

irritation or symptoms occur.

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.

4.Handling and Storage

Handling:  Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and

clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation.

Storage:  Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible

substances. No special precautions indicated.

5.Transport Information

IATA
No information available.
IMO
No information available.
RID/ADR
No information available.
USA RQ: CAS# 1310-73-2: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ