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Product Name: Sodium Benzoate
Chemical Formula: C7H5NaO2
CAS Number: 532-32-1
Synonyms: Benzoic acid sodium salt, E211
Recommended Use: Preservative in foods, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics
Manufacturer and Supplier Details: Company name, address, emergency phone number, email for safety contact
Classification: Eye irritant (Category 2A), not regarded as hazardous for transport
Label Elements: GHS07 exclamation mark symbol, signal word "Warning"
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and skin, wash thoroughly after handling, respond to exposure promptly
Potential Health Effects: Irritation to eyes, possible mild irritation to respiratory tract and skin
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Individuals with pre-existing skin, eye, or respiratory conditions
Chemical Name: Sodium Benzoate
Concentration: 99-100%
CAS Number: 532-32-1
Impurities and Stabilizers: Less than 1%
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes slowly and gently with water, remove contact lenses, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, consult a physician if irritation develops
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, support breathing, seek medical help if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, do not induce vomiting, consult a doctor if feeling unwell
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, tear production, irritation sensation
General Information: Show this sheet to medical personnel
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam
Unsuitable Media: Do not use direct water jet
Specific Hazards: May produce irritating or toxic fumes under fire conditions, such as carbon oxides and sodium compounds
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear, stay upwind
Fire Fighting Instructions: Remove containers from the area if safe, cool adjacent containers, avoid runoff into the environment
Personal Precautions: Use protective equipment to avoid eye and skin contact, avoid dust formation, ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways and drains, minimize soil contamination
Methods for Containment: Sweep up or vacuum spillage, place in suitable container for disposal
Methods for Cleanup: Wash area with water after removal, ventilate area to remove any dust
Reference to Other Sections: Personal protection, disposal considerations, emergency procedures
Precautions for Safe Handling: Minimize dust generation, avoid contact with eyes and skin, wear appropriate protective equipment
Safe Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, keep in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place, protect from moisture and incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizing agents
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands and face thoroughly after using, remove contaminated clothing before entering eating areas
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established by OSHA, NIOSH, or ACGIH for sodium benzoate
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, process enclosures, or other engineering controls to minimize dust
Personal Protective Equipment:
Appearance: White, odorless, crystalline powder or granules
Odor: None
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: 7-9 (1% solution at 20°C)
Melting Point: >300°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not available
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Vapor Density: Not available
Relative Density: 1.44 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: 62 g/100 mL water at 20°C
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): -2.13
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Decomposition Temperature: >300°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage
Possible Hazardous Reactions: Not prone to hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures, exposure to moisture, strong acid environments
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids (may produce benzoic acid fumes), oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, sodium compounds under fire or extreme heat
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) 4070 mg/kg; LD50 (dermal, rabbit) >2000 mg/kg
Irritation: Can cause moderate eye irritation; prolonged skin contact may lead to mild irritation
Inhalation: Dust inhalation can cause transient respiratory discomfort
Sensitization: Not a known sensitizer
Chronic Exposure: No evidence of significant systemic toxicity in repeated dose studies within exposure limits
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA as a carcinogen
Mutagenicity: Negative in standard mutagenicity tests
Reproductive Toxicity: No significant adverse effects reported in animal studies
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms at high concentrations; EC50 (Daphnia magna, 48hr): 484 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in water and soil
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, log Kow -2.13 indicates minimal bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Highly soluble, leaches easily through soil
Other Adverse Effects: Large discharges may cause oxygen depletion in aquatic environments
Safe Disposal Methods: Dispose according to local, state, and federal regulations
Product Waste: Small quantities can be dissolved in water and flushed to sewer with plenty of water, large quantities should go to hazardous waste facility
Packaging Disposal: Rinse and recycle containers where possible, otherwise treat packaging as non-hazardous waste unless contaminated
Precautions: Do not release large quantities into environment
UN Number: Not regulated as a hazardous material for transportation
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions for Transport: Avoid generating dust in confined or poorly ventilated areas
OSHA Status: Not classified as hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed on US Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
Other US Regulations: Not subject to SARA Title III reporting requirements
EU Regulations: Registered under REACH, not classified as dangerous under EU legislation
Canada (DSL/NDSL): Listed
Other Considerations: Food Additive (E211) approved by FDA and EFSA within prescribed limits
Labeling Requirements: Follow local labeling requirements for workplace and consumer handling
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