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Product Name: Sodium Diacetate
Synonyms: Acetic acid sodium salt, E262(ii)
CAS Number: 126-96-5
Recommended Use: Food additive, preservative, pH regulator
Manufacturer Contact: Company-specific details for emergencies and product information
Emergency Phone Number: Refer to local poison control or company hotline for urgent incidents
Classification: Irritant to eyes and skin
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: May cause eye and skin irritation in concentrated forms, not considered flammable
Precautionary Statements: Avoid dust formation, wash hands after use, wear eye protection to prevent irritation
Health Effects: Repeated or prolonged contact with skin can lead to minor irritation, ingestion in moderate quantities not expected to be toxic for healthy adults
Chemical Identity: Sodium Diacetate
Molecular Formula: C4H7NaO4
Molecular Weight: 142.09 g/mol
Ingredients: 58-60% acetic acid, 39-41% sodium acetate
Impurities: Water (<1%), minimal trace substances based on manufacturing process
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with clean water for 10-15 minutes, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with water and mild soap, use moisturizing lotion for dryness
Inhalation: Move to fresh air for comfort, get medical help for breathing difficulty
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water for dilution, avoid vomiting unless instructed by a medical professional, contact poison control for large amounts or persistent symptoms
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, CO2, foam
Hazardous Combustion Products: Acetic acid vapors, carbon oxides
Special Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective gear, self-contained breathing apparatus
Fire Hazards: Fine dust can form explosive mixtures with air under rare and extreme conditions, product itself does not support combustion
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment to avoid dust contact with eyes and skin
Spill Response: Sweep up without creating dust, place in properly labeled containers for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large spills from entering surface waters, public sewers, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Flush residual material with water after collecting solid product, ventilate area if dust accumulates
Handling: Avoid inhaling dust, handle in well-ventilated areas, use gloves and goggles when bulk handling
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, keep dry, protect from direct sunlight and moisture, store away from reactive chemicals
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Engineering Controls: Operate local exhaust ventilation in production and packaging zones
Respiratory Protection: Use a particulate filter mask during dust-generating tasks
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or glasses with side shields
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, long-sleeved clothing for repeated or prolonged exposure
Hygiene Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling, do not eat or drink in work areas
Appearance: White, free-flowing crystalline solid
Odor: Mild, vinegar-like
Odor Threshold: Detectable at low concentrations
pH (1% solution): 4.5-5.0
Melting Point: 95-97°C
Bulk Density: 1.4-1.5 g/cm³
Solubility: Soluble in water and ethanol
Vapor Pressure: Not volatile at room temperature
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Explosive Properties: No known explosive properties
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions, no hazardous polymerization
Reactivity: Reacts with strong acids to release acetic acid, oxidizing agents can enhance reactivity
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Acetic acid, carbon oxides if heated to decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, moisture, contact with incompatible materials
Acute Toxicity: LD50 oral (rat) >2000 mg/kg, considered low toxicity
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Possible mild irritation with sustained direct contact
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes local irritation, not corrosive
Respiratory Sensitization: Dust may cause discomfort but unlikely to provoke chronic problems
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: Negative based on standard screening tests
Reproductive Harm: Not classified as a reproductive toxin
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: Low toxicity, acetic acid breakdown products may acidify water at very high concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable, expected to degrade rapidly in soil and water
Bioaccumulative Potential: Does not significantly bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms
Mobility in Soil: Mobile in water, unlikely to persist or pose significant environmental hazard at standard usage levels
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose through licensed chemical waste contractors
Unused Product Disposal: Landfill according to local regulations, dilute and neutralize small spills with excess water
Contaminated Packaging: Clean and recycle where possible, otherwise dispose as solid waste
Environmental Precautions for Disposal: Do not discharge large amounts into water bodies or sewers
UN Number: Not regulated as a hazardous material under ADR, RID, IMDG, IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Sodium Diacetate
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: None identified under normal transport conditions
Special Precautions: Prevent packaging from physical damage and exposure to moisture during transportation
Food Additive Status: Approved internationally, listed as E262(ii) in the EU
OSHA Status: Not regulated as hazardous
TSCA Inventory: Listed
REACH: Exempt for food use, otherwise registered
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements
Other Regulations: Complies with specific local, federal, and international requirements for manufacturing, food processing, packaging, and workplace safety
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