Sodium Bisulphite Powder

Acute oral toxicity Category 4.

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Target Organs - Respiratory system.

Warning.

Harmful if swallowed.

May cause respiratory irritation.

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling.

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray

Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth.

Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up.

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Getmedical attention.

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritationpersists,call a physician.

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attentionif symptoms occur.

None reasonably foreseeable.

Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.

Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) andfull protective gear.

Use personal protective equipment as required. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation.

Should not be released into the environment.

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Keep in suitable, closedcontainers for disposal.

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Avoid dust formation. Ensureadequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestionandinhalation.

Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keepawayfrom acids. Incompatible Materials. Acids. Metals.

Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Yes

Moisture sensitive.

Avoid dust formation. Excess heat. Exposure to air. Incompatible products. Exposuretomoist air or water. Temperatures above 150°C. acids.

Acids, Metals.

Sulfur oxides, Sodium oxides.

Stability

The product is stable.

Instability Temperature

Not available.

Conditions of Instability

Incompatible materials

Incompatibility with various substances

Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.

Corrosivity

Non - corrosive in presence of glass.

Special Remarks on Reactivity

Slowly oxidized to sulfate on exposure to air.

Special Remarks on Corrosivity

Not available.

Polymerization

Will not occur.

LD50 = 1310 mg/kg ( Rat )

Not classified

Not classified

Shall not be classified as presenting an aspiration hazard.

Not classified

Not classified

Causes skin irritation.

Causes serious eye irritation.

Routes of Entry

Inhalation, Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals

Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 2000 mg/kg [Rat].

Chronic Effects on Humans

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS :3 (Not classifiable for human.) by IARC.

MUTAGENIC EFFECTS :Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. May cause damage to the following organs: lungs, skin.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans

Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.

Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals

Not available

Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans

May affect genetic material (mutagenic).

May cause cancer based on animal test data. No human data found.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans

Acute Potential Health Effects:

Skin Causes skin irritation.

Eyes. Causes eye irritation.

Inhalation :Can cause respiratory tract irritation with cough, Wheezing, and Shortness of breath. It can produce anaphylaxis or other hypersensivity reactions in some sensitized individuals.

Ingestion :May be harmful if swallowed. It may cause nausea, vomiting ,diarrhea, abdominal pain, gastric. Extremely large amounts may affect behavior / central nervous system and may produce central nervous    system stimulation,irritation,seizures and may also cause, cyanosis, respiratory depression, apnea,circulatory disturbances, hypotension and cardlovascular collapse.May cause asthmatic reaction in sensitized individuals.

Chronic Potential Health Effects:

Inhalation : Prolonged or repeated inhalation may cause bronchitis to develop with cough, phlegm, and/or shortness of breath. It can cause an asthma-like allergy or other hypersensivity reactions such as anaphylaxis, angloedema, bronchoconstriction, flushing, diaphoresis, urtiacaria, tachycardia, and hypotension in sensitized individuals. Futures exposures may cause shortness of breath. Wheezing, cough, and/or chest tightness.

Skin:Protonged or repeated skin contact can cause dermatitis.

Ingestion : Prolonged or repeated ingestion may affect the liver, and blood

EC50: = 119 mg/L, 48h(Daphnia magna)

This product does not contain any PBT or vPvB substances.

Soluble in water Persistence is unlikely based on information available.

No information available.

Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility

Ecotoxicity

Not available.

BOD5 and COD

Not available.

Products of Biodegradation

Possibly hazardous short term degradation product are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.

Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation

The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.

Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation

Not available.

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, andnational hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification

DOT Classification

Not a DOT controlled material (United States).

Identification

Not applicable.

Special Provisions for Transport

Not applicable.

Hazardous Substances Act 15 of 1973 and Regulations. Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 (Hazardous Chemical Substances Regulations).

IATA Dangerous Goods Regulation (DGR) 59th Edition 2018. IMDG Code, International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code, 2008 Edition, Volume 1 and 2. 

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