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POLYACRYLIC ACID, SODIUM SALTICSC: 1429 (April 2008)
Sodium polyacrylate
2-Propenoic acid homopolymer, sodium salt
Acrylic acid homopolymer, sodium salt
Carboxy vinyl polymer, sodium salt
CAS #: 9003-04-7

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible.  Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  NO open flames.  Prevent deposition of dust.  Use powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water in large amounts, carbon dioxide.   

 PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin   Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. 
Eyes Redness.  Wear safety spectacles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

cancer;health haz
WARNING
May cause damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Separated from oxidants. 
PACKAGING
 
POLYACRYLIC ACID, SODIUM SALT ICSC: 1429
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE POWDER WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. If dry, it can be charged electrostatically by swirling, pneumatic transport, pouring, etc. 

Chemical dangers
Reacts violently with oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard. 

Formula: (C3H3O2)n·Na
Molecular mass: variable (polymer)
See Notes.
Density: 1.1 - 1.4 g/cm³
Solubility in water: good 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
May cause mechanical irritation. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged inhalation may cause effects on the lungs. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
The substance is combustible but no flash point is available in literature.
Properties may vary with the molecular weight. Physical properties are for the acid form of the polymer.
The recommendations on this Card also apply to (polyacrylic acid, CAS# 9003-01-4). 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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