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Synonyms: Sodium pyrosulfite;
CAS No.: 7681-57-4 Sodium Metabisulfite; 7631-90-5 Sodium Bisulfite.
Molecular Weight: 190.11
Chemical Formula: Na2S2O5 (sodium metabisulfite) and NaHSO3 (sodium
bisulfite)
Product Codes: 5690
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Sodium Metabisulfite 7681-57-4 100% Yes
Sodium Bisulfite 7631-90-5 < 0.001% No
Inhalation: Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may
include coughing, shortness of breath. May cause allergic reaction in sensitive
individuals.
Ingestion: May cause gastric irritation by the liberation of sulfurous
acid. An asthmatic reaction may occur after ingestion. Large doses may result in
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pains, circulatory disturbance, and
central nervous system depression. Estimated fatal dose is 10 gm.
Skin Contact: Causes irritation to skin. Symptoms include redness,
itching, and pain.
Eye Contact: Causes irritation, redness, and pain. Contact may cause
irreversible eye damage. Symptoms may include stinging, tearing, redness,
swelling, corneal damage and blindness.
Chronic Exposure: No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: Some individuals are said to be
dangerously sensitive to minute amounts of sulfites in foods. Symptoms may
include broncho constriction, shock, gastrointestinal disturbances, angio edema,
flushing, and tingling sensations. Once allergy develops, future exposures can
cause asthma attacks with shortness of breath, wheezing, and cough.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical
attention.
Ingestion: Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact: Wipe off excess material from skin then immediately flush
skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing
and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean
shoes before reuse.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention
immediately.
Fire: Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion: Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for extinguishing
surrounding fire. Do not allow water runoff to enter sewers or waterways.
Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full protective
clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full
facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8.
Keep in a tightly closed container. Protect from physical damage. Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat, moisture and incompatibilities. Releases toxic sulfur dioxide gas when in contact with water, ice. Keep away from acids, water, ice, and oxidizing agents. Use only with appropriate protective equipment. Do not use in unventilated areas such as holds of fishing boats, walk in coolers or confined spaces. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
Airborne Exposure Limits: -ACGIH Threshold Limit
Value (TLV):
5mg/m3 (TWA) for sodium bisulfite & for sodium metabisulfite, A4 Not
classifiable as a human carcinogen.
Ventilation System: A system of local and/or general exhaust is
recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local
exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions
of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general
work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A
Manual of Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved): If the exposure limit is exceeded,
a half-face respirator with an acid gas cartridge may be worn for up to ten
times the exposure limit or the maximum use concentration specified by the
appropriate regulatory agency or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. A
full-face piece respirator with an acid gas cartridge may be worn up to 50 times
the exposure limit, or the maximum use concentration specified by the
appropriate regulatory agency, or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. For
emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece
positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators
do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection: Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots,
gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
(neoprene, polyvinyl chloride).
Eye Protection: Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where
dusting or splashing of solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and
quick-drench facilities in work area.
Appearance: White to yellow white crystalline
granules.
Odor: Slight odor of sulfur dioxide.
Solubility: Very soluble in water, insoluble in alcohol.
Specific Gravity: 1.48
pH: Aqueous solution is acidic.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F): 0
Boiling Point: Not applicable.
Melting Point: 150C (302F)
Vapor Density (Air=1): No information found.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): No information found.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No information found.
Stability: Strength diminishes somewhat with age.
Gradually decomposes in air to sulfate, generating sulfurous acid gas. Contact
with moisture (water, wet ice, etc.), will release toxic sulfur dioxide gas.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of sulfur and sodium may form
when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Incompatibilities: Water, acids, alkalis, sodium nitrite, oxidizers,
aluminum powder.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, heat, flames, ignition sources and
incompatibles.
Sodium Metabisulfite [7681-57-4]: No LD50/LC50 information found relating to
normal routes of occupational exposure. Investigated as a tumorigen, mutagen and
reproductive effector. Sodium Bisulfite [7631-90-5]: Oral rat LD50: 2000 mg/kg.
Investigated as a tumorigen and mutagen.
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Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Sodium Metabisulfite (7681-57-4) No No 3
Sodium Bisulfite (7631-90-5) No No 3
Environmental Fate: No information found.
Environmental Toxicity: No information found.
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
Not regulated.
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