Material Safety Data Sheet

Sodium bisulfite MSDS

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Sodium bisulfite Contact Information:

Catalog Codes: SLS3526, SLS1309 Sciencelab.com, Inc.

14025 Smith Rd.
CAS#: 7631-90-5 Houston, Texas 77396
US Sales: 1-800-901-7247
RTECS: VZ2000000
International Sales: 1-281-441-4400
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Sodium bisulfite Order Online: ScienceLab.com
CI#: Not available. CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call:
1-800-424-9300
Synonym: Sulfurous acid, monosodium salt; Sulfurous
acid, monosodium salt; Sodium sulhydrate; Sodium hydrogen International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887
sulfite; Sodium acid sulfite; Monosodium sulfite; Hydrogen
sulfite sodium For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400

Chemical Name: Sodium Bisulfite

Chemical Formula: NaHSO3

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Sodium bisulfite 7631-90-5 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Sodium bisulfite: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2000 mg/kg [Rat].

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:

Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant).
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: 3 (Not classifiable for human.) by IARC.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance may be toxic to lungs, skin.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.

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 Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.

Skin Contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse. Get medical attention.

Serious Skin Contact:

Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.

Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.

Serious Inhalation: Not available.

Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.

Flash Points: Not applicable.

Flammable Limits: Not applicable.

Products of Combustion: Not available.

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:

Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.

Large Spill:

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Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water
on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not
present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions:
Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear
suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, alkalis.

Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.

Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:

Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.

Exposure Limits:
TWA: 5 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] Inhalation
TWA: 5 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] Inhalation
TWA: 5 (mg/m3) [United States] Inhalation
TWA: 5 (mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)] Inhalation
TWA: 5 (mg/m3) [Canada] InhalationConsult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Solid.

Odor: Sulfurous. (Slight.)

Taste: Disagreeable.

Molecular Weight: 104.07 g/mole

Color: White. Off-white.

pH (1% soln/water): Not available.

Boiling Point: Not available.

Melting Point: Decomposes.

Critical Temperature: Not available.

Specific Gravity: 1.48 (Water = 1)

Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.

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Vapor Density: Not available.

Volatility: Not available.

Odor Threshold: Not available.

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.

Ionicity (in Water): Not available.

Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water.

Solubility:
Easily soluble in hot water.
Soluble in cold water.
Soluble in 3.5 parts cold water.
Soluble in 2 parts boiling water.
Soluble in 70 parts alcohol
Insoluble in liquid chloride, ammonia.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

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.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

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:

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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
hemorrhage. 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 cardiovascular 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,
angioedema, bronchoconstriction, flushing, diaphoresis, urtiacaria, tachycardia, and hypotension in sensitized
individuals. Futures exposures may cause shortness of breath, wheezing, cough, and/or chest tightness.
Skin: Prolonged or repeated skin contact can cause dermatitis.
Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated ingestion may affect the liver, and blood

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.

BOD5 and COD: Not available.

Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products 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.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information

DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).

Identification: Not applicable.

Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations:
Connecticut hazardous material survey.: Sodium bisulfite
Illinois toxic substances disclosure to employee act: Sodium bisulfite
Illinois chemical safety act: Sodium bisulfite
New York release reporting list: Sodium bisulfite
Pennsylvania RTK: Sodium bisulfite
Minnesota: Sodium bisulfite
Massachusetts RTK: Sodium bisulfite
Massachusetts spill list: Sodium bisulfite
New Jersey: Sodium bisulfite

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New Jersey spill list: Sodium bisulfite
Louisiana spill reporting: Sodium bisulfite
California Director's List of Hazardous Substances: Sodium bisulfite
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Sodium bisulfite
TSCA 8(a) PAIR: Sodium bisulfite
TSCA 8(d) H and S data reporting: Sodium bisulfite: Effective date: 1/26/94; Sunset date: 6/30/98
CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Sodium bisulfite: 5000 lbs. (2268 kg)

Other Regulations:
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.

Other Classifications:

WHMIS (Canada): CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).

DSCL (EEC):
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
R31- Contact with acids liberates toxic
gas.
S25- Avoid contact with eyes.
S46- If swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 2

Fire Hazard: 0

Reactivity: 0

Personal Protection: E

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):

Health: 2

Flammability: 0

Reactivity: 0

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.

Section 16: Other Information

References: Not available.

Other Special Considerations: Not available.

Created: 10/11/2005 12:32 PM

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