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Material Safety Data Sheet Infosafe No. 1CH7U Issue Date: June 2002 APPROVED by CHEMSUPP Product Name: SODIUM SILICATE Solution Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC COMPANY DETAILS Company Name CHEM-SUPPLY PTY LTD (ABN 19 008 264 211) Address 50 Bedford Street GILLMAN SA 5013 Australia Tel/Fax Tel: (08) 8440-2000 Fax: (08) 8440-2001 Other Information Chem-Supply Pty Ltd does not warrant that this product is suitable for any use or purpose. The user must ascertain the suitability of the product before use or application intended purpose. Preliminary testing of the product before before use or application is recommended. Any reliance or purported reliance upon Chem-Supply Pty Ltd with respect to any skill or judgement or advice in relation to the suitability of this product of any purpose is disclaimed. Except to the extent prohibited at law, any condition implied by any statute as to the merchantable quality of this product or fitness for any purpose is hereby excluded. This product is not sold by description. Where the provisions of Part V, Division 2 of the Trade Practices Act apply, the liability of Chem-Supply Pty Ltd is limited to the replacement of supply of equivalent goods or payment of the cost of replacing the goods or aquiring equivalent goods. IDENTIFICATION Product Name SODIUM SILICATE Solution Proper Shipping Name CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. Other Names Name Mancode Water glass Silicate of soda SODIUM SILICATE Solution ST015 SODIUM SILICATE Solution ST365 UN Number 3266 DG Class 8 Packing Group III Hazchem Code 2X Poisons Schedule S5 file:///L|/Msds Pdf Files/1CH7U.htm (1 of 6) [22/09/2003 2:14:53 PM] Product Use Catalysts and silica gels, soaps and detergents, adhesives (especially sealing and laminating paper board containers), water treatment, bleaching and sizing of textiles and paper pulp, ore treatment, soil solidification, glass foam, pigments, drilling fluids, binder for foundry cores and molds, waterproofing mortars and cements, impregnating wood, flame retardant and enhanced oil recovery. Physical Data Appearance Colourless or pale green viscous liquid. Specific Gravity 1.4 Solubility in Water Miscible. Other Properties Corrosiveness Corrosive to aluminium, copper, brass, bronze, zinc and tin. pH Value 11.6 - 12.7 Viscosity 25 - 50000 cP @ 20 °C Form Liquid Materials to Avoid Fluorine, mineral acids, organic acids, organic materials. May produce hydrogen gas on prolonged contact with metals. Gels when mixed with acids. Formula Na2O.SiO2 Molecular Weight 122.1 Other Information Absorbs carbon dioxide on exposure to air, which results in the deposition of insoluble silica. Ingredients Ingredients Name CAS Proportion Sodium silicate 1344-09-8 0-100 % HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION Health Effects Acute - Swallowed Harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause severe pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and shock. Acute - Eye Causes burns. May cause redness and pain. May result in severe or permanent injury. Acute - Skin Causes burns. May cause redness and pain. May cause deep penetration ulcers of the skin. Acute - Inhaled Harmful by inhalation. Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Causes severe irritation of upper respiratory tract with coughing, burns, breathing difficulty and possible coma. Chronic Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. First Aid file:///L|/Msds Pdf Files/1CH7U.htm (2 of 6) [22/09/2003 2:14:53 PM] Swallowed Give water to drink. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical assistance. Eye Immediately irrigate with copious quantity of water for at least 15 minutes. Eyelids to be held open. Seek immediate medical assistance. Skin Wash affected areas with copious quantities of water immediately. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Seek medical attention. Inhaled Remove victim to fresh air. Seek medical attention. First Aid Facilities Maintain eyewash fountain in work area. Advice to Doctor Advice to Doctor Consult Poisons Information Centre. Other Health Hazard Information Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure Persons with pre-existing skin disorders or impaired respiratory function may be more susceptible to the effects of the substance. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Eng. Controls Use with adequate ventilation. Personal Protection Eye Protection Safety glasses,goggles or faceshield as appropriate. Glove Type PVC or rubber gloves. Clothing Wear suitable protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Work/Hygienic Practices Do not eat, drink or smoke in work areas. Wash hands thoroughly after handling this material. Flammability Fire Hazards Non combustible material. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION Storage and Transport Storage Precautions Keep containers closed at all times. Store away from acids. file:///L|/Msds Pdf Files/1CH7U.htm (3 of 6) [22/09/2003 2:14:53 PM] Transport Dangerous goods of Class 8 (Corrosive) are incompatible in a placard load with any of the following: Class 1, Class 4.3, Class 5, Class 6, if the Class 6 dangerous goods are cyanides and the Class 8 dangerous goods are acids, Class 7; and are incompatible with food and food packaging in any quantity. Storage Regulations Refer Australian Standard AS 3780 - 1994 'The storage and handling of corrosive substances'. Proper Shipping Name CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. IERG Number 37 Packaging Method 3.8.8 Spills and Disposal Spills & Disposal Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flame) within at least 50m. Do NOT touch or walk through this product. Do NOT touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if safe to do so. Prevent entry into waterways, drains, confined areas. Cover with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material followed by plastic sheet to minimize spreading or contact with rain. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS. Fire/Explosion Hazard Fire/Explos. Hazard Material does not burn. Fire or heat will produce irritating, poisonous and/or corrosive gases. Containers may explode when heated. Some may ignite combustibles (wood, paper, clothing, etc.) Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Fire Fighting Procedures Small fire: Use dry chemical, CO2 or water spray. Large fire: Use water spray, fog or foam - Do NOT use water jets. If safe to do so, move undamaged containers from the fire area. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after the fire is out. Avoid getting water inside the containers. Fire Fighting Precautions Wear SCBA and chemical splash suit. Fully encapsulating, gas-tight suits should be worn for maximum protection. Structural firefighter's uniform is NOT effective for these materials. Hazchem Code 2X OTHER INFORMATION Environ. Protection TLm 96: 100-10 ppm Risk Statement R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R34 Causes burns. file:///L|/Msds Pdf Files/1CH7U.htm (4 of 6) [22/09/2003 2:14:53 PM] Safety Statement S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds. S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately Hazard Category Harmful,Corrosive References Australian Health Ministers' Advisory Council, 'Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons No.16', AGPS, Canberra 2001. Lewis, Richard J. Sr.'Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary 12th. Ed.', Rev., Van Nostrand Reinhold, NY, 1993. National Road Transport Commission, 'Australian Dangerous Goods Code 6th. Ed.', AGPS, Canberra, 1998. South Australia Government, 'Approved Code of Practice for the Labelling of Workplace Substances', 1995. Standards Australia, 'Dangerous Goods - Initial Emergency Response Guide', 1997. Worksafe Australia, 'Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(1999)]', AGPS, Canberra 1999. Worksafe Australia, 'List of Designated Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:10005(1999)]', AGPS, Canberra 1999. Worksafe Australia, 'National Code of Practice for the Labelling of Workplace Substances [NOHSC:2012(1994)]', AGPS, Canberra 1994. Worksafe Australia, 'National Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC:1003(1995)]', AusInfo Department of Finance and Administration, Canberra 1995. User Codes User Code Risk Phrases 20/21/22-34 Safety Phrases 26-28-36/37/39- Safety Phrases 45 First Aid Phrases A,G3,E2,S2 CAS No. 1344-09-8 Empirical Formula & Structural Formula Na2O.SiO2 CONTACT POINT file:///L|/Msds Pdf Files/1CH7U.htm (5 of 6) [22/09/2003 2:14:53 PM] Contact Paul McCarthy Ph. (08) 8440 2000 DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: All information provided in this data sheet or by our technical representatives is compiled from the best knowledge available to us. However, since data, safety standards and government regulations are subject to change and the conditions of handling and use, or misuse, are beyond our control, we make no warranty either expressed or implied, with respect to the completeness or accuracy to the information contained herein. Chem-Supply accepts no responsibility whatsoever for its accuracy or for any results that may be obtained by customers from using the data and disclaims all liability for reliance on information provided in this data sheet or by our technical representatives. ...End Of MSDS... file:///L|/Msds Pdf Files/1CH7U.htm (6 of 6) [22/09/2003 2:14:53 PM]
