Caustic Soda

Product details

Caustic Soda (solid) is mostly used as sodium hydroxide solution (caustic soda lye)
or drain cleaner. Caustic Soda is also used for synthetic of formic acid,
sodium hypochlorite and sodium sulfide.
CAS-No: 1310-73-2
EINECS-No: 2151855
Synonyms: sodium hydroxide
Application of the substance / the preparation Basic raw material for the chemical industry

Specifications

MSDS according 91/155 EEC (2001/58 EC)

MSDS EN SDB DE

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possible hazards

Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
R 35 Causes severe burns.

Classification system for Caustic Soda (solid):
The classification was made according to the latest editions of the EU-lists,
and expanded using company data and specialized literature.

Composition / information on ingredients

Chemical characterization for Caustic Soda (solid), sodium hydroxide:
CAS No. Description:
1310-73-2 sodium hydroxide

Identification number(s):
EINECS Number: 215-185-5
EU Number: 011-002-00-6

Physical and Chemical Properties

General Information for Caustic Soda (solid), sodium hydroxide:
Form:	Granulate
Colour:	White
Odour:	Odourless
Change in condition:
Melting point/Melting range:	319°C
Boiling point/Boiling range:	1390°C
Flash point:	not applicable
Flammability (solid, gaseous)	Product is not flammable.
Danger of explosion:	Product does not present an explosion hazard.
Vapour pressure at 800°C:	3.5 mbar
Density at 20°C:	2.13 g/cm³
Solubility in / Miscibility with Water at 20°C:	420 g/l
pH-value at 20°C:	~ 14

Transport information

Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border) for Caustic Soda (solid):
ADR/RID class:	8 (C6) Corrosive substances.
Danger code (Kemler):	80
UN-Number:	1823
Packaging group:	II
Label:	8
Description of goods:	1823 SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
Remarks:	Limited quantity: 3 kg inner packaging, 30 kg packaging unit (gross)


Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class:	8
UN Number:	1823
Label:	8
Packaging group::	II
EMS-Number:	F-A,S-B
Marine pollutant:	No
Proper shipping name:	SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID




Lufttransport ICAO-TI und IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class:	8
UN Number:	1823
Label:	8
Packaging group::	II
Proper shipping name:	SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
Remarks:	Packing Instructions:
	For Limited Quantities: Y 814 5 kg max. net/Pkg
	Passenger and Cargo Aircraft: 814 15 kg max. net/Pkg
	Cargo Aircraft only: 816 50 kg max. net/Pkg

Regulatory information

Markings according to EC guidelines for Caustic Soda (solid):
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with
EU Directives / Ordinance on Hazardous Materials
"EC-labelling"

Risk phrases:
35 Causes severe burns.

Safety phrases:
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell,
seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

National regulations

Information about limitation of use:
Restrictions on juvenile employment must be observed.
Employment restrictions concerning pregnant and lactating women must be observed.

Water hazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water.