| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Sodium acetate | 【Synonyms】
Acetic acid, sodium salt
Anhydrous sodium acetate | 【CAS】
127-09-3 | 【Formula】
C2H3NaO2 | 【Molecular Weight】
82.03 | 【EINECS】
204-823-8 | 【RTECS】
AJ4300010 | 【RTECS Class】
Mutagen; Primary Irritant | 【Merck】
12,8711 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
3595639 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-02-00-00094 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Colorless crystals or granular powder, colorless crystals odorless, hygroscopic. | 【Solubility in water】
1190 g/L | 【Melting Point】
324 | 【Boiling Point】
881.4 | 【Density】
1.528 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Usage】
Auxiliary in acetylations anhydrous sodium acetate. | 【Vapor Density】
N/R | 【Refractive Index】
1.464 (20 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | 【Eyes】
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
May cause mild eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. | 【Hazards】
Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 22 24/25 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear safety glasses with side shields. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149. | 【Exposure Effects】
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause irritation. | 【Poison Class】
5 (Substances and products with a low hazard& potential) |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
>250 | 【Autoignition】
607 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. Combustion generates toxic fumes. Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to prevent contact with thermal decomposition products. Extinguishing media: For small fires, use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or chemical foam. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
14 | 【Stability】
Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents. Explosive mixtures may be formed with fluorine or potassium nitrite. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, toxic fumes of sodium oxide. |
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