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SAFETY DATA SHEET

TETRION CAUSTIC SODA

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier

Product name TETRION CAUSTIC SODA

Product number CSG500

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses Etchant/cleaner.

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Supplier TETROSYL LIMITED
Bury
Lancashire
England
BL9 7NY

0161 764 5981

0161 797 5899
info@tetrosyl.com

Manufacturer TETROSYL LIMITED

Bury
Lancashire
England
BL9 7NY

0161 764 5981

0161 797 5899
info@tetrosyl.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency telephone 0161 764 5981

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification (EC/1272/2008)
Physical hazards Met. Corr. 1 - H290

Health hazards Skin Corr. 1A - H314 Eye Dam. 1 - H318

Environmental hazards Not Classified

Classification (67/548/EEC or C;R35.

1999/45/EC)

2.2. Label elements

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Pictogram
Signal word
Hazard statements
Precautionary statements
Contains
2.3. Other hazards
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.2. Mixtures
SODIUM HYDROXIDE
CAS number: 1310-73-2
Classification
Skin Corr. 1A - H314
Eye Dam. 1 - H318
The Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section 16.
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
General information
Inhalation
Ingestion
Skin contact
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Danger
H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102 Keep out of reach of children.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P406 Store in corrosive resistant/… container with a resistant inner liner.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container in accordance with local regulations.
SODIUM HYDROXIDE
60-100%
EC number: 215-185-5 REACH registration number: 01-
2119457892-27-0000
Classification (67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC)
C;R35
Remove affected person from source of contamination. Get medical attention. Effects may be
delayed. Keep affected person under observation. Chemical burns must be treated by a
physician.
Unlikely route of exposure as the product does not contain volatile substances. If throat
irritation or coughing persists, proceed as follows. Get medical attention. Show this Safety
Data Sheet to the medical personnel. Rinse nose and mouth with water.
Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Give plenty of water to drink. Get medical attention. Show
this Safety Data Sheet to the medical personnel.
Remove contaminated clothing and rinse skin thoroughly with water. Continue to rinse until
pain disappears. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Show this Safety Data
Sheet to the medical personnel. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing. Chemical burns must be treated by a
physician.
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Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids wide
apart. Get medical attention. Show this Safety Data Sheet to the medical personnel. May
cause permanent damage if eye is not immediately irrigated.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information The severity of the symptoms described will vary dependent on the concentration and the
length of exposure. Effects may be delayed. Keep affected person under observation.

Inhalation Irritation of nose, throat and airway.

Ingestion Chemical burns.

Skin contact May cause serious chemical burns to the skin.

Eye contact Severe irritation, burning and tearing. Corneal damage.

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations. If in doubt, get medical attention promptly.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Extinguish with the following media: Foam, carbon dioxide or dry powder. Water. Use fire-
extinguishing media suitable for the surrounding fire.

Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use water, if avoidable.

media

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards In case of fire, toxic and corrosive gases may be formed. May form toxic or explosive vapours
in presence of certain metals. Toxic, irritating or flammable fumes from reaction with water or
steam.

Hazardous combustion No known hazardous decomposition products.

products

5.3. Advice for firefighters

Protective actions during Thermal decomposition or combustion products may include the following substances: Toxic
firefighting and corrosive gases or vapours. Control run-off water by containing and keeping it out of
sewers and watercourses.

Special protective equipment Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriate protective
for firefighters clothing.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions Avoid contact with eyes. Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data
sheet. In case of spills, beware of slippery floors and surfaces.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions Avoid discharge into drains or watercourses or onto the ground. Avoid release to the
environment. Spillages or uncontrolled discharges into watercourses must be reported
immediately to the Environmental Agency or other appropriate regulatory body.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

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Methods for cleaning up
For waste disposal, see Section 13. Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this
safety data sheet. Stop leak if possible without risk. Avoid generation and spreading of dust.
Remove spillage with vacuum cleaner. If not possible, collect spillage with shovel, broom or
the like. Collect and place in suitable waste disposal containers and seal securely. Containers
with collected spillage must be properly labelled with correct contents and hazard symbol.

6.4. Reference to other sections

Reference to other sections Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet. See Section 11
for additional information on health hazards. For waste disposal, see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Usage precautions
Read and follow manufacturer's recommendations. Good personal hygiene procedures should
be implemented. Wash hands and any other contaminated areas of the body with soap and
water before leaving the work site. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using the product. Do not
handle broken packages without protective equipment. Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid
inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage precautions Keep containers upright. Store in tightly-closed, original container in a dry, cool and well-
ventilated place. Suitable container materials: Polyethylene. Stainless steel. Store at
temperatures above °C/°F.

Storage class Corrosive storage.

7.3. Specific end use(s)

Specific end use(s) The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits
No exposure limits known for ingredient(s).

SODIUM HYDROXIDE
Short-term exposure limit (15-minute): WEL 2 mg/m³
WEL = Workplace Exposure Limit

8.2. Exposure controls

Protective equipment

Appropriate engineering Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Observe any occupational exposure
controls limits for the product or ingredients.

Eye/face protection The following protection should be worn: Chemical splash goggles.

Hand protection Use protective gloves. Impermeable material. The most suitable glove should be chosen in
consultation with the glove supplier/manufacturer, who can provide information about the
breakthrough time of the glove material. It is recommended that gloves are made of the
following material: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Butyl rubber. Rubber (natural, latex). Nitrile
rubber.

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Other skin and body AVOID ALL SKIN AND RESPIRATORY CONTACT! Provide eyewash station and safety
protection shower. Wear apron or protective clothing in case of contact.

Hygiene measures Use engineering controls to reduce air contamination to permissible exposure level. Provide
eyewash station. Do not smoke in work area. Wash hands at the end of each work shift and
before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes
contaminated. Wash promptly with soap and water if skin becomes contaminated. Use
appropriate skin cream to prevent drying of skin. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

Respiratory protection If ventilation is inadequate, suitable respiratory protection must be worn. Wear a respirator
fitted with the following cartridge: Particulate filter, type P2. Wear a respirator fitted with the
following cartridge: Gas filter, type B.

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance Solid

Colour White.

Odour Odourless.

Odour threshold Scientifically unjustified. Scientifically unjustified.

Melting point 323°C

Initial boiling point and range 1388°C @ 1013 hPa

Evaporation rate Scientifically unjustified.

Upper/lower flammability or Scientifically unjustified.

explosive limits

Vapour pressure Scientifically unjustified.

Vapour density Scientifically unjustified.

Solubility(ies) Soluble in water.

Partition coefficient Scientifically unjustified.

Auto-ignition temperature Scientifically unjustified.

Decomposition Temperature Scientifically unjustified.

Oxidising properties Not available.

9.2. Other information

Other information None.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity Reacts violently with water. Reactions with the following materials may generate heat: The
following materials may react violently with the product: Acids. Halogenated hydrocarbons
Ammonium salts Nitrogenous compounds

10.2. Chemical stability

Stability Stable under the prescribed storage conditions.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

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Possibility of hazardous Not applicable.

reactions

10.4. Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Water, moisture. Avoid exposure to high temperatures or direct sunlight. Avoid freezing.

10.5. Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid Acids - oxidising. Acids - non-oxidising. Water, steam, water mixtures. Strong oxidising
agents. Acids - organic. Other metals or alloys.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition Hydrogen. Heating may generate the following products: Toxic and corrosive gases or
products vapours.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Toxicological effects No information available.

Acute toxicity - oral

Notes (oral LD₅₀) Sodium Hydroxide

Serious eye damage/irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation Corrosive to skin. Corrosivity to eyes is assumed. No testing is needed.

Inhalation Unlikely to be hazardous by inhalation because of the low vapour pressure of the product at
ambient temperature.

Ingestion May cause severe internal injury. Causes severe burns. May cause chemical burns in mouth,
oesophagus and stomach. Corrosive. Small amounts may cause serious damage.

Skin contact Causes severe burns. Corrosive. Prolonged contact causes serious tissue damage.

Eye contact This product is strongly corrosive. Immediate first aid is imperative.

Acute and chronic health This chemical can be hazardous when inhaled and/or touched. This product is corrosive. This
hazards product may cause skin and eye irritation. Prolonged contact may cause burns. May cause
severe internal injury. Vapour from this product may be hazardous by inhalation.

Route of entry Inhalation Ingestion. Skin and/or eye contact Skin absorption

SECTION 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity The product components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, large or
frequent spills may have hazardous effects on the environment. The product may affect the
acidity (pH) of water which may have hazardous effects on aquatic organisms.

12.1. Toxicity
Acute toxicity - fish Not available.

Acute toxicity - aquatic EC₅₀, 48 hours: 100 (Sodium Hydroxide) mg/l, Daphnia magna
invertebrates

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence and degradability There are no data on the degradability of this product.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential No data available on bioaccumulation.

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Partition coefficient Scientifically unjustified.

12.4. Mobility in soil

Adsorption/desorption Not available.
coefficient

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Results of PBT and vPvB This product does not contain any substances classified as PBT or vPvB.
assessment

12.6. Other adverse effects

Other adverse effects Not applicable.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods

General information Waste is classified as hazardous waste. Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in
accordance with the requirements of the local Waste Disposal Authority.

Disposal methods Confirm disposal procedures with environmental engineer and local regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1. UN number
UN No. (ADR/RID) 1823

UN No. (IMDG) 1823

UN No. (ICAO) 1823

14.2. UN proper shipping name

Proper shipping name SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
(ADR/RID)

Proper shipping name (IMDG) SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID

Proper shipping name (ICAO) SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID

Proper shipping name (ADN) SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID class 8

ADR/RID label 8

IMDG class 8

ICAO class/division 8

Transport labels

14.4. Packing group

ADR/RID packing group II

IMDG packing group II

ICAO packing group II

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14.5. Environmental hazards

Environmentally hazardous substance/marine pollutant

No.

14.6. Special precautions for user

EmS F-A, S-B

Emergency Action Code 2W

Hazard Identification Number 80

(ADR/RID)

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code
Transport in bulk according to Not applicable.
Annex II of MARPOL 73/78
and the IBC Code

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
EU legislation Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18
December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of
Chemicals (REACH) (as amended).

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

No chemical safety assessment has been carried out.

SECTION 16: Other information

Revision comments NOTE: Lines within the margin indicate significant changes from the previous revision.

Issued by Health & Safety Department

Revision date 08/09/2006

Revision 2

SDS status Approved.

Risk phrases in full R35 Causes severe burns.

Hazard statements in full H290 May be corrosive to metals.

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.

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