SODIUM PEROXIDE | ICSC: 1606 (October 2005) |
Sodium dioxide Sodium superoxide Disodium peroxide |
CAS #: 1313-60-6 |
UN #: 1504 |
EC Number: 215-209-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with combustible substances. | NO contact with water, combustible substances or reducing agents. | NO water. Use dry powder. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Burning sensation. Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Serious skin burns. Pain. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Severe deep burns. | Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Sore throat. Abdominal pain. Nausea. Shock or collapse. Burning sensation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents, acids and powdered metals. Dry. | |
PACKAGING | |
SODIUM PEROXIDE | ICSC: 1606 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: Na2O2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: O, C; R: 8-35; S: (1/2)-8-27-39-45 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations