Safety Data Sheet

SODIUM METABISULFITE

Section 1 - Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Sodium Metabisulfite

Chemical Formula: Na2S2O5
CAS Number: 007681-57-4
Other Designations: Sodium Pyrosulfite, Disodium Pyrosulfite, Pyrosulfurous Acid,
Disodium Salt, Sodium Disulphite.
General Use: Food preservative, pharmaceutical manufacture, water dechlorination agent, lab
reagent and other chemical process applications.
Manufacturer: INEOS Calabrian Corporation
5500 Hwy. 366
Port Neches, Texas77651

Telephone: 409-727-1471
Fax: 409-727-5803
Emergency Contact: CHEMTREC 800-424-9300

Section 2 - Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview
Target Organs: Respiratory system, eyes, skin
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity, Oral (Category 4)
Acute Toxicity, Dermal (Category 5)
Serious Eye Irritant (Category 2A)

GHS Label Elements: Signal Word – Warning

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Corrosive Irritant

Hazard Statements: H302 – Harmful if swallowed

H313 – May be harmful to skin
H319 – Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary P281 – Wear protective equipment for hands, eyes, face and respiratory tract
Statements: P305, P351 and P338 – IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses if present and continue rinsing.
Other Hazards: Contact with acids or water liberates toxic sulfur dioxide gas.

HMIS Classification: Health Hazard 2

Flammability 0
Physical 0

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NFPA Rating: Health Hazard 2
Fire 0
Reactivity 0

Potential Health Inhalation: Irritant to respiratory tract

Effects: Eye: Irritant
Skin: Irritant
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed
Aggravated Medical Condition: Capable of provoking bronchospasm in
sulfite sensitive individuals with asthma.

Section 3 - Composition / Information on Ingredients

Composition CAS Number % wt or vol

Sodium Metabisulfite 007681-57-4 98 %(wt)
Sodium Sulfite 007757-83-7 1 %(wt)
Sodium Sulfate 007757-82-6 1 %(wt)

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

Exposure Route Symptom Treatment

Inhalation: Sore throat, shortness of Remove from exposure to fresh air. Seek
breath coughing, and medical attention in severe cases or if
congestion. recovery is not rapid.
Eye Contact: Irritation to eyes and mucous Irrigate with water until no evidence of
membranes. chemical remains. Obtain medical
attention.
Skin Contact: Irritation, itching, dermatitis Wash with soap and drench with water.
Remove contaminated clothing
and wash before reuse.
Ingestion: Irritation to mucous membranes. Give large quantities of water or milk
immediately. Obtain medical attention.

Seek appropriate medical attention and provide this SDS to attending doctor
Note to physician: Exposure may aggravate acute or chronic asthma, emphysema and
bronchitis.

Section 5 - Fire-Fighting Measures

Flammability: Not Flammable or combustible

Extinguishing Media: Dry Powder is recommended
Hazardous Products: May release hazardous gas with fire or water.
Fire-Fighting Instructions: Do not release runoff from fire control methods to sewers or
waterways.

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Fire-Fighting Equipment: Because fire may produce toxic thermal decomposition

products, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
with a full face piece operated in pressure-demand or positive-
pressure mode.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

Spill / Leak Procedures: Wear appropriate PPE - See Section 8.

Small Spills / Leaks: Spills can be neutralized with an alkaline material such as caustic
soda. Leaks may be located by spraying the area with
ammonium hydroxide solution which forms a white fume in
the presence of sulfur dioxide.
Large Spills / Leaks: Large spills should be handled according to a predetermined plan.
Containment: For large spills, dike far ahead of contaminated runoff for later disposal

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

Handling Precautions: Avoid contact with product. Do not breathe dust or vapor.
Storage Requirements: Store in areas, away from heat and moisture and protect from
physical damage. Segregate from acids and oxidizers.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection:

Components CAS Number TWA STEL IDLH

Sodium Metabisulfite 007681-57-4 5 mg/m3 * *
Sodium Sulfite 007757-83-7 * * *
Sodium Sulfate 007757-82-6 * * *
* None established.

TWA – Time Weighted Average based on 8 hour exposure days and a 40 hour week.
STEL – Short Time Exposure Limit
IDLH - Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health

Ventilation: Provide general or local exhaust ventilation systems to maintain

airborne concentrations below OSHA limits (Sec. 2). Local exhaust
ventilation is preferred because it prevents contaminant dispersion
into the work area by controlling it at the source.

Respiratory Protection: Follow OSHA respirator regulations (29 CFR 1910.134) and if
necessary, wear a MSHA/NIOSH-approved respirator. Select
respirator based on its suitability to provide adequate worker
protection for given working conditions, level of airborne
contamination, and presence of sufficient oxygen. For emergency or
on-routine operations (cleaning spills, reactor vessels, or storage
tanks), wear a SCBA. Warning! Air-purifying respirators do not
protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.

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Protective Clothing / Wear protective gloves, boots, and clothing when necessary to
Equipment: prevent excessive skin contact. Wear protective eyeglasses or
goggles, per OSHA eye and face protection regulations (29CFR 1910.133).
Safety Stations: Make emergency eyewash stations, showers, and washing facilities
available in the work area.
Contaminated Equipment: Remove this material from personal protective equipment as needed.
Comments: Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work areas. Practice good personal
hygiene after using this material, especially before food or beverage
consumption

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Solid crystal Water Solubility: 45 % @ 20 o C

Appearance: White Other Solubility: NA
Odor Threshold: pungent SO2 odor Boiling Point:
Vapor Pressure: Freezing Point:
Vapor Density (Air=1): Melting Point: 150 oC / 302 oF
Formula Weight: 190.11 Evaporation Rate: Normal.
Density: NA pH: 4.0 – 4.5 (10 % Soln.)
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.5 % Volatile: NA

Section 10 - Stability & Reactivity

Stability: Stable under normal conditions.

Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Chemical Incompatibilities: In the presence of water, or acid, Sodium Metabisulfite (and
solutions) may release toxic and hazardous fumes of sulfur oxides,
including sulfur dioxide. Acute poisoning from sulfur dioxide is rare
because the gas is easily detected. It is so irritating that contact
cannot be tolerated. Symptoms include coughing, hoarseness,
sneezing, tearing, and breathing difficulty. However, workers who
cannot escape high accidental exposure may suffer severe
pulmonary damage which can be fatal. Contact with powdered
potassium, sodium metals, alkali, and oxidizing agents produce
violent reactions. Reacts with water and steam to form corrosive
sulfurous acid. Reacts with chlorates to form unstable chlorine
dioxide.
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid excessive heat, open flame, and moisture.
Hazardous Decomposition: May release hazardous sulfur dioxide gas.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information

Eye Effects (rabbit): Not available.

Skin Effects (rabbit): Non-corrosive.
Acute Inhalation Effects (rat): Not available.
Acute Oral Effects (rat): LD50 = 1131 mg/kg
Acute Dermal Effects (rat): LD50 = > 2000 mg/kg
Carcinogenicity: IARC, NTP, and OSHA do not list Sodium Metabisulfite as a
carcinogen.

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Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause dermatitis, and

sensitization reactions. Exposure to asthmatic, atopic and sulfite
sensitive individuals can result in expiratory volume. Decomposition of
sodium metabisulfite and solutions may release toxic and hazardous
fumes of sulfur oxides, including sulfur dioxide, which may cause
permanent pulmonary impairments from acute and chronic exposure.
The Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) level for SO2 is
100 ppm.

Skin: Contact with skin may result in irritation. Sulfite sensitive individuals
may show signs of allergic contact dermatitis from repeated or
prolonged skin exposure.

Eyes: Exposure to dust may cause severe eye irritation with possible
permanent damage.

Inhalation: Inhalation of dust may result in respiratory tract irritation. May cause
asthma-like symptoms in sensitive individuals.

Ingestion: Swallowing can result in nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal

pain. May also cause allergic reactions in sulfite sensitive individuals

Section 12 - Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Sodium Metabisulfite is a non hazardous solid commonly used as
a waste water dechlorination agent. High concentrations will
contribute to elevated chemical oxygen demand in aquatic
environments.

96 hour LC50 (fish): 150-220 mg/L

48 hour IC50 (algae): 48 mg/L
24 hour EC50 (water flea): 89 mg/L

Environmental Transport: Soluble in water.

Environmental Degradation: Rapid biological decomposition.
Soil Absorption/Mobility: Slight.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Disposal: Waste determinations typically consider Sodium Metabisulfite

contaminated materials to be non-hazardous.
Disposal Regulatory Requirements: Follow applicable Federal, state and local regulations.
Container Cleaning and Disposal: Follow applicable Federal, state and local regulations.

Section 14 - Transport Information

DOT Transportation Data (49 CFR 172.101)

Shipping Name: Sodium Metabisulfite, non-regulated material

Shipping Symbols: NA

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Hazard Class: NA
Subsidiary Hazard: NA
ID No.: NA (No Placard Required)
Packing Group: NA
Label: GHS label
Special Provisions: NA

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

EPA Regulations:
RCRA Hazardous Waste Classification (40 CFR 261): Not listed.
CERCLA Hazardous Substance (40 CFR 302.4): Not listed
CERCLA Reportable Quantity (RQ): NA
SARA Title III: Section 302: Not listed.
Section 313: Not listed.
FIFRA: Not regulated.
TSCA: Inventory listed chemical; PAIR Reportable
Not listed in Toxic Substances Chemical Index
Other Regulations:
FDA (GRAS) Regulated when used as a food preservative
California Prop 65 Not Listed
IARC, NTP and OSHA Carcinogenicity: Not Listed
WHMIS Classification (Canada): D2B

Other Foreign Chemical Control Inventory Listing:

Canada DSL, Australia AICS, Chinese IECSC, European Union EINEC, Japanese MITI, Korean KECL and
Philippines PICCS

Section 16 - Other Information

This product is NSF certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 60 and is subject to a maximum use limit (MUL) of
15 mg/L for potable water dechlorination applications.

Previous SDS issue date: January, 2015

Current SDS issue date: September, 2016
Reason for current revision: Company name change

The information herein is believed to be reliable. However, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made as to its
accuracy or completeness and none is made as to the fitness of this material for any purpose. The manufacturer
shall not be liable for damages to person or property resulting from its use. Nothing herein shall be construed as a
recommendation for use in violation of any patent.

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