Sodium Hyposulphite

Product details

Trade name: sodium hyposulphite
Application of the substance / the preparation
Bleaching agent
Reducing agent/ Deoxidizer

Specifications

Specifications GENERAL

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 7 May cause fire.
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 31 Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

Classification system:
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:
CAS No. Description:
7775-14-6 sodium dithionite

Identification number(s):
EINECS Number: 231-890-0
EU Number: 016-028-00-1

Physical and Chemical Properties

General Information
Form:	Powder
Colour:	White
Odour:	Pungent
Change in condition:
Melting point/Melting range:	~ 100°C Decomposition
Boiling point/Boiling range:	undetermined
Flash point:	> 100°C
Flammability (solid, gaseous)	May cause fire.
Ignition temperature:	> 200°C
Decomposition temperature:	> 100°C
Danger of explosion:	Product does not present an explosion hazard.
Density at 20°C:	2.37 g/cm³
Bulk density at 20°C:	1.250 kg/m³
Solubility in / Miscibility with Water at 20°C:	220 g/l decomposition
pH-value (50 g/l) at 20°C:	6-7
Segregation coefficient (n-octanol/water):	< -4.7 log POW calculated

Transport information

Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID class: 4.2 (S4) Substances liable to spontaneous combustion.
Danger code (Kemler): 40
UN-Number: 1384
Packaging group: II
Label: 4.2
Description of goods: 1384 SODIUM DITHIONITE (SODIUM HYDROSULPHITE)
Remarks: Limited quantities: none

Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: 4.2
UN Number: 1384
Label: 4.2
Packaging group: II
EMS Number: F-A,S-J
Proper shipping name: SODIUM DITHIONITE (SODIUM HYDROSULPHITE)
Remarks: Limited quantities: none

Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: 4.2
UN/ID Number: 1384
Label: 4.2
Packaging group: II
Proper shipping name: SODIUM DITHIONITE (SODIUM HYDROSULPHITE)
Remarks: Packing Instructions:
No Limited Quantity
Passenger and cargo aircraft: 416 15 kg max. net/Pkg
Cargo aircraft only: 418 50 kg max. net/Pkg

Regulatory information

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

Risk phrases:
7 May cause fire.
22 Harmful if swallowed.
31 Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

Safety phrases:
7/8 Keep container tightly closed and dry.
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
43 In case of fire, use sand. Never use water.

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.

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