Name:
Sodium Thiosulfate Solutions 0.025N to 1N
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Sodium Thiosulfate Solutions 0.025N to 1N
Synonym:Non
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 7732-18-5 | Water | 76-99.4 | 231-791-2 |
Hazard Symbols: None Listed. Risk Phrases: None Listed. |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause mild eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Inhalation:
Low hazard for usual industrial handling. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
No information found.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or chemical foam.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7732-18-5: CAS# 10102-17-7: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 14 mm Hg
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 212 deg F
Freezing/Melting Point: 32 deg F
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Completely soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.0-1.1
Molecular Formula: Mixture
Molecular Weight: 0
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable.
Conditions to Avoid:
Acids, strong oxidants.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Sodium thiosulfate violently reacts with sodium nitrite. It is also incompatible with strong oxidizers, acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen sulfide, sodium oxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 CAS# 10102-17-7: WE6660000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
CAS# 10102-17-7.
Carcinogenicity:
Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Sodium Thiosulfate, pentahydrate - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
CAS# 10102-17-7: 0
Canada
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 10102-17-7 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 10102-17-7 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 10102-17-7 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate.
It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form
is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).