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Product Name: Sodium Acetate
Chemical Formula: C2H3NaO2
Synonyms: Sodium ethanoate, Acetic acid sodium salt
Recommended Use: Buffering agent, food additive, chemical synthesis
Supplier: Chemical supply distributors, laboratory suppliers
CAS Number: 127-09-3
Emergency Contact: Refer to local emergency services or Poison Control Center
Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous under GHS
Potential Health Effects: May irritate eyes, skin, and respiratory tract
Route of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Symptoms: Redness, coughing, gut irritation, mild stinging
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1, Flammability: 0, Reactivity: 0
Signal Word: None required
Pictogram: None required under GHS
Chemical Name: Sodium Acetate
Common Name: Sodium acetate
Purity: >99% typical
Impurities: Trace amounts of water or acetic acid possible
Other Ingredients: Not present in significant concentrations
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air. Seek medical attention for breathing difficulty.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing.
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes slowly and gently with plenty of water for several minutes. Seek medical advice if discomfort persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical help if large quantity swallowed or symptoms develop.
Advice for Doctors: Treat symptoms with supportive care as required.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray. Foam can be used for larger fires.
Specific Hazards: Sodium acetate does not easily ignite but burning may generate irritating fumes.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear standard protective gear including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Explosion Data: Not sensitive to mechanical impact or static discharge.
Instructions: Cool fire-exposed containers with water spray if possible.
Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves, glasses, and a dust mask. Remove unprotected persons from area.
Spill Clean-Up: Sweep up spilled material and place in a labeled container for disposal. Use vacuum equipment to minimize dust formation.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into water systems or drains. Notify environmental authorities if large spill occurs.
Cleanup Guidance: Use absorbent material for liquid spills. Gather residue and dispose according to local regulations.
Safe Handling: Avoid generating dust. Use in well-ventilated spaces. Wear protective equipment when handling bulk quantities.
Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking near material.
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly sealed.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases. Avoid moisture to prevent caking.
Storage Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions. Protect from humidity and physical damage.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for sodium acetate.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to minimize airborne dust and vapors.
Personal Protective Equipment: Gloves resistant to chemicals, safety glasses or goggles, dust mask or respirator if dust forms.
Other Protection: Lab coats, closed toe shoes, and eye wash stations recommended.
Workplace Controls: Regular cleaning of work surfaces. Provide emergency showers and eyewash facilities nearby.
Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules
Odor: Mild acetic acid scent
pH: 7.5 to 9.0 in 5% solution
Melting Point: 324°C (anhydrous), 58°C (trihydrate)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Easily dissolves in water; sparingly soluble in alcohol
Density: 1.528 g/cm³ (anhydrous)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable (solid)
Flash Point: Not available
Explosive Properties: Not explosive
Partition Coefficient: log Kow = -4.21 (estimated)
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature and normal handling.
Reactivity: Unreactive under typical conditions. Can react with strong acids to release acetic acid fumes.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon oxides, sodium oxides, acetic acid fumes under combustion.
Polymerization: Will not undergo dangerous polymerization.
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity by oral, dermal, and inhalation routes. Oral LD50 (rat): > 8,000 mg/kg.
Skin Irritation: Mild irritation is possible after extended contact.
Eye Irritation: May cause redness and discomfort.
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No genetic mutation potential reported.
Reproductive Effects: No effects on reproduction or development identified in studies.
Sensitization: No known effects on sensitization.
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to pose a significant hazard due to low toxicity.
Aquatic Toxicity: LC50 for fish > 1,000 mg/L.
Mobility: Highly soluble in water, likely to spread in aquatic environment.
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable.
Bioaccumulation: Potential for bioaccumulation does not exist (log Kow < 1).
Effect on Environment: Large spills might temporarily alter local pH if entering waterways.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of according to local, state, and federal regulations.
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse and dispose of cleaned packaging with regular waste.
Disposal Precautions: Prevent release into the environment. Seek local guidelines for hazardous waste disposal if mixed with other chemicals.
Recommended Handling: Use licensed chemical waste contractor for large amounts.
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Sodium acetate
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: Not listed as a marine pollutant
Special Transport Precautions: Keep container closed, shielded from moisture
TSCA (USA): Listed
DSL (Canada): Listed
REACH (Europe): Exempt as an inorganic compound
OSHA (USA): Not subject to specific workplace controls
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled
Other State Regulations: Not specifically listed in California Proposition 65
Labeling Requirements: General chemical label with precautionary statements recommended
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