Name: Sodium Silicoaluminate
CAS Number: 1344-00-9
Synonyms: Sodium aluminosilicate, synthetic zeolite, Zeolite A
Recommended Use: Detergent builder, water softener, molecular sieve
Manufacturer Contact: Provided on the specific packaging
Emergency Phone: Refer to national chemical emergency line or supplier
Address (Manufacturer/Supplier): Printed on shipping documentation
Product Code: Available on invoice or container
Supplier Telephone: Consult order or safety signage
GHS Classification: Eye Irritant Category 2, Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) Category 3 (respiratory, if dust is generated)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation; May cause respiratory irritation if dusty
Precautionary Statements: Wear eye protection, avoid breathing dust, use personal protective equipment as required
Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, inhalation
Hazard Symbols: Exclamation mark (for eye and respiratory irritation)
Target Organs: Eyes, respiratory tract
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1, Fire: 0, Reactivity: 0, Specific: None
Chemical Name: Sodium silicoaluminate
Concentration: 100% (unless diluted for custom mixtures)
Molecular Formula: NaAlSiO4
CAS Number: 1344-00-9
Impurities: Typically minimal; may include dust or moisture from storage
Other Additives: None, product delivered as pure powder or granule
Component Synonyms: Synthetic zeolite, hydrated aluminosilicate of sodium
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for several minutes; seek medical advice if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms: cough, sore throat, or shortness of breath develop
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; drink water to dilute; do not induce vomiting; get medical help if adverse effects appear
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, tearing, coughing, scratchy throat
Immediate/Delayed Effects: Irritation of eyes and airways; no delayed chronic effects reported at occupational exposures
Advice for Physicians: Treat symptomatically; no known specific antidote
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or foam for surrounding fires
Unsuitable Media: Not applicable (does not burn)
Special Hazards: Product does not support combustion; decomposes at extremely high temperatures into sodium oxide, which may react violently with water
Protective Equipment: Firefighters require self-contained breathing apparatus in case of dust or toxic decomposition fumes
Hazardous Combustion Products: None expected under normal conditions
Explosion Risk: No known risk under fire conditions
Special Instructions: Avoid stirring up dust; evacuate area if large amounts involved or if decomposition suspected
Personal Precautions: Wear dust mask or respirator, safety goggles, gloves to prevent contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, waterways; notify authorities if large spill
Methods for Clean Up: Sweep or vacuum up material; place into suitable, clearly labeled container for recovery or disposal
Spill Handling: Minimize dust generation; use industrial vacuum with HEPA filter or dampen slightly for manual pick-up
Waste Disposal: Follow local, state, federal regulations; do not discharge into environment
Decontamination: Wash area with water after bulk removal
Reference to Section: Consult protective measures under Exposure Controls
Safe Handling: Use outdoors or in well-ventilated area, minimize dust and eye contact, avoid eating, drinking, or smoking near product
Handling Precautions: Wear proper personal protective equipment; keep containers closed when not in use
Storage Conditions: Store in dry, well-ventilated space, protected from moisture and incompatible materials (strong acids)
Incompatible Substances: Avoid acids (may generate heat and gases); do not store with oxidizers
Container Requirements: Use containers that seal tightly to prevent moisture entry
Storage Stability: Stable under normal conditions, keep away from humid air
Special Pointers: Label storage clearly; keep away from children's reach
Occupational Exposure Limits (OEL): No official national limit; recommended: nuisance dust limits: 10 mg/m³ (inhalable), 3 mg/m³ (respirable) (8h TWA)
Engineering Controls: Use local ventilation to control airborne dust in plant and filling areas
Eye Protection: Chemical-resistant goggles recommended for potential splashes or heavy dust
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves; cover arms and legs to prevent contact
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask (N95 minimum) or half mask respirator in dusty conditions
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing before breaks
Environmental Controls: Prevent dispersal to environment; use spill trays or barriers where appropriate
Form: White or off-white fine powder or granular solid
Odor: Odorless
pH (20 g/L water): Approximately 10.3 (mildly alkaline aqueous solution)
Melting Point: Not applicable (decomposes at above 900°C)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (solid, decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not explosive
Vapor Pressure: Not volatile
Relative Density: About 2.2 g/cm³
Solubility in Water: Insoluble (forms suspension)
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not applicable
Viscosity: Not applicable (solid powder/granules)
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling, storage, and use
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to acids (can liberate heat and gases), moisture increases caking risk
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition: At extreme temperatures, forms sodium oxide, silicon oxide, aluminium oxide
Polymerization: Will not occur
Additional Hazards: Avoid mechanical shock; avoid generating airborne dust
Storage Compatibility: Keep away from acutely reactive chemicals
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) > 10,000 mg/kg (low toxicity)
Irritation: Eye and respiratory tract irritation possible from dust
Sensitization: Not expected to cause skin or respiratory sensitization
Chronic Effects: No evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, reproductive toxicity in well-controlled studies
Inhalation Effects: High dust levels may aggravate pre-existing respiratory problems
Skin Effects: Dry skin possible after prolonged contact
Other Health Data: Not listed by ACGIH, NTP, IARC as carcinogen
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: Non-toxic at usual release concentrations; overloading may affect pH
Persistence/Degradability: Inorganic mineral, does not degrade; stable in soil and water
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not bioaccumulative
Mobility in Soil: Low solubility, remains where released
Ecological Concerns: Excess amounts may increase turbidity in natural water bodies
Other Adverse Effects: None known; not subject to significant environmental hazard
Special Precautions: Avoid releases to waterways, sewers, drains; follow best practices for disposal
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose in accordance with regional, national, local regulations
Unused Product: May be landfilled at permitted facility if uncontaminated
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse if possible, recycle or dispose according to local law
Special Disposal Instructions: Avoid dust release, handle to minimize environmental impact
Do Not: Do not permit entry to water, storm drains, or natural environments
Disposal Code: Consult local regulatory list
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous goods
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not assigned
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous
Packing Group: Not regulated
Marine Pollutant: No
Transport Precautions: Secure loads to prevent tipping or powder leakage; label for contents
Additional Information: Check packaging and local rules for bulk quantities or mixed cargos
EU Regulation: Not classified as dangerous under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
US TSCA: Listed
Canada DSL/NDSL: Listed
REACH Registration: Registration not required for this inorganic, non-hazardous substance
SARA Title III: Not regulated
Other Local Regulations: Refer to state, provincial, national requirements for industrial dust
Labeling: Safety phrase: “Avoid inhalation, contact with eyes and prolonged skin contact”
Workplace Safety: Refer to occupational dust control standards; maintain exposure below nuisance dust thresholds