Waterhouse Environmental Services Corporation.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.

Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Name.

Product Identification. Sodium Bisulphite Solution.

Chemical Identification. Sodium Bisulphite Solution.
CAS Number. 7631 – 90 - 5.

Company Identification. Waterhouse Environmental Services Corporation,

485 Upper Bayview Road,
P. O. Box 579,
Lions Bay,
British Columbia,
V0N 2E0.

888 – 921 – 3317.

Product Use. Reducing Agent and Disinfectant.

Date of Preparation. 01 December, 2010.

Regulatory Affairs Officer.

Section 2. Composition/Information on Ingredients.

Hazardous Ingredients. Sodium Bisulphite.

15 - 40 % (W/W%).
CAS No. - 7631 – 90 - 5.

Sodium Sulphite.
< 3 % (W/W%).
CAS No. - 7757 – 83 - 7.

Sodium Sulphate.
< 3 % (W/W%).
CAS No. - 7757 – 92 - 6.

Decomposition Product – Sulphur Dioxide.

CAS No. - 7446 – 09 – 5.

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Section 3. Hazard Identification.

Emergency Overview. Corrosive and a reducing agent.

May cause respiratory tract burning if swallowed.
Can cause delayed lung injury.
Causes severe skin and eye burns.
Can decompose at high temperatures and may
generate sulphur dioxide, a toxic gas by-product.

H.M.I.S. Rating. Health 3.

Flammability 0.
Reactivity 0.

Potential Health Effects; Eye Extremely corrosive,

Corneal scarring may occur.
Skin May cause chemical burns.
Inhalation May severe irritation.
Ingestion Burns to mouth and throat.
Chronic Effects May cause delayed effects.
Carcinogenicity No known cancer hazards.
Reproductive Effects No known reproductive effects.

Section 4. First Aid Measures.

General. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice and show product label, if possible.
Corrosive effects may be delayed for up to 72 hours without any sensation.

Eye Contact. Immediately flush with warm water for 60 minutes.

Lift upper and lower eye lids to ensure all chemical is completely removed.
Always obtain immediate medical attention.

Skin Contact. Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, shoes and jewellery.
Wash infected area with warm water and soap for 60 minutes.
Obtain medical attention immediately.

Inhalation. Remove to fresh air and rest victim in half upright position.
Apply artificial respiration if indicated.
Apply CPR if no breathing AND pulse.
Always obtain medical attention.

Ingestion. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Contact local poison control centre
Give moderate quantities of milk to the conscious patient.
If the patient is unconscious, do not induce vomiting or give fluids.
Keep unconscious patient warm and seek medical attention.

Note to Physicians : Due to the severely irritating and corrosive nature of this material
always contact the local Poison Control Centre for detailed instructions.

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Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures.

Flammable Properties; COC Flash Point Non Flammable.

Autoignition Temperature N/A.
Not considered flammable or combustible.

Flammable Limits in Air; LEL N/A.

UEL N/A.

Extinguishing Media; Water fog, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical media.

Agent appropriate for surrounding material.
Cool any exposed containers with water.

Fire and Explosion Hazards; Not sensitive to static discharge or mechanical impact.

Combustion Products; Sulphur dioxide will be generated at 1040 C.

Special Instructions; Evacuate non-emergency personnel from the area.

Fire fighters should wear full protective gear.
Operate full faced SCBA in positive pressure mode.

Section 6. Accidental Release Measures.

Safeguards. Restrict access to the area until clean-up is completed.

Wear adequate personnel protective equipment.

Initial Containment. Stop leak and contain spill if safe to do so.

DO NOT TOUCH SPILLED MATERIAL.

Small Spills. Absorb with an inert material and flush with water.

Large Spills. Prevent entry into sanitary sewers and confined areas.
Absorb with an inert material and collect for disposal.
Flush area with water.

Neutralizing Agent. Sodium carbonate or sodium bicarbonate.

Waste Disposal. Dispose according to local provincial/state or federal

guidelines, laws, and regulations.

Section 7. Handling and Storage.

Handling. Observe all warning and precautions listed.

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.

Wash thoroughly after handling.

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Section 7. Handling and Storage (Continued).

Storage. Keep containers closed when not in use.

Keep containers dry and store below 100 C.
Keep away from incompatible materials.
Do not handle near an open flame or other sources
sources of ignition.

Section 8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.

Engineering Controls. A good ventilation system will maintain employee

exposure below airborne exposure limits.

Eye/Face Protection. Full face shield and chemical safety goggles.

Maintain an eye wash fountain in handling area.

Skin Protection. Wear impervious protective (PVC) clothing.

Rubber boots and gloves are recommended.

Respiratory Protection. Generally not required.

Use approved NIOSH/MSHA respirator with mist
cartridge for high exposure situations.

Exposure Guidelines. OSHA PEL None Set.

NIOSH : TWA 5 mg M-3.
2 ppm for Sulphur Doixide.

Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties.

Chemical Name. Sodium Bisulphite.

Chemical Family. Inorganic reducing agent and disinfectant.
Appearance. Pale yellow liquid.
Odour. Pungent odour of sulphur dioxide.
Relative Density. 1.18 (15%) – 1.37 (40%) @ 200 C (Water = 1).
pH. 3.8 – 5.1.
Boiling Point. 1040 C and decomposes at 150o C.
Freezing Point. 60 C. (15%).
Vapour Pressure. 32 mm Hg @ 200 C.
Solubility in Water. 29 g in 100 ml at 200 C.
% Volatiles 60 – 85% (v/v)

Section 10. Stability and Reactivity.

Chemical Stability. Sulphur Dioxide will evolve at room temperature.

Will oxidize to the sulphate on exposure to air.

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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity (Continued).

Conditions to Avoid. Temperature above 104o C, open flame and sparks.

A decrease in pH.
Crystallization temperature is 100 C.

Incompatibilities. Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, acids or bases.

Nitrates, nitrates and alcohols.

Hazardous Decomposition. Thermal decomposition products include sulphur

dioxide and oxides of sodium.

Hazardous Polymerization. Will not occur.

Section 11. Toxicological Information.

Sodium Bisulphite LD50 Rat : Oral 2000 mg/Kg.

Section 12. Ecological Information.

Ecotoxicological Information. TLm24, 48, 96 hour Mosquito Fish - 240 ppm.

Persistence and Degradation. Biodegrades in water courses and may

deplete oxygen required for aquatic life.

Section 13. Disposal Considerations.

Waste Disposal. Review local, provincial/state and federal regulations.

Miscellaneous. Do not flush to sewer.

Section 14. Transportation Information.

Product Label. Sodium Bisulphite Solution.

TDG Status (Canada) Shipping Name. Bisulphite, aqueous Solution (NOS).

Hazard Class. 8 (9.2).
Identification No. UN 2693.
Packing Group. 3.

DOT Status (USA) Shipping Name. Bisulphite, aqueous Solution (NOS).

Identification No. UN 2693.

IATA/ICAO Status. Hazard Class. Corrosive.

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Section 15. Regulatory Information.

WHMIS Hazard Symbols. Class D-A Very Toxic.

Class E Reducer.
Class E Corrosive Liquid.

Canadian Domestic Substance List. Listed in the Canadian DSL.

OSHA Classification. 29CFR 1910.1200. Respiratory Sensitizer.

Corrosive

Toxic Substance Control Act. Listed in the TSCA List.

Section 16. Other Information.

The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein.

The information contained herein is offered as a guide to the handling of this specific material and
has been prepared in good faith by technically knowledgeable personnel. Every effort has been made to
ensure that the data presented is current and factual. Numerical values reported represent nominal and/or
typical properties and do not constitute specifications. It is not intended to be an all inclusive document
and the manner and conditions of use and handling may involve other and additional considerations.

No warranty, or any other legal responsibility of any kind, is given or implied nor can any be
construed from this document. Waterhouse Environmental Services Corporation will not be liable for any
damages, losses, injuries or consequential damages that may result from the use of, or reliance on,
information contained herein. Any use of the information presented herein must be determined by the user
to be in accordance with applicable local, Provincial, State and Federal laws and regulations.

This Material Safety Data Sheet is valid for three years from 01 December, 2010.

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