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    This document provides safety information for sodium carbonate powder. It is an irritant and can cause eye and skin irritation upon contact. Inhalation of dust should be avoided. If contact occurs, flush areas with water and seek medical attention if irritation persists. Sodium carbonate will react with acids to produce carbon dioxide gas. Proper protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses and dust masks should be worn when handling.

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    This document provides safety information for sodium carbonate powder. It is an irritant and can cause eye and skin irritation upon contact. Inhalation of dust should be avoided. If contact occurs, flush areas with water and seek medical attention if irritation persists. Sodium carbonate will react with acids to produce carbon dioxide gas. Proper protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses and dust masks should be worn when handling.

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    Material Safety Data Sheet

    SODIUM CARBONATE

    1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING


    Product Name SODIUM CARBONATE

    Application Calcium remover

    Supplier Ava S.p.A.


    via Salaria 1313/C
    00138 ROMA
    Italy

    Emergency telephone number Off.: +39 06 885611324; +39 06 885611326; +39 06 885611373
    Mob.: +39 3355897280; +39 3355234619; +39 3355710385

    Telefax +39-06-8889363

    2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
    Chemical description Sodium Carbonate powder

    Hazardous Impurities Sodium Carbonate Xi Irritant R36

    EINECS-No. 207-838-8

    CAS-No. 497-19-8

    3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
    Inhalation Irritant to mucous. Do not breathe dust

    Skin contact Can cause irritation with prolonged contact

    Eye contact Irritating to eyes. Wear eye/face protection

    Ingestion Do not take internally. May cause mucosal damage

    Human health hazards - Chronic Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause irritation and dermatitis

    Environmental hazards Do not contaminate surface waters

    Physical and chemical hazards In contact with acids produces CO2

    4. FIRST AID MEASURES


    Inhalation Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. Obtain medical attention

    Skin contact Take off contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area with plenty of
    water. If skin irritation persists, obtain medical attention

    Eye contact Immediately gently irrigate with plenty of water for at least 15’. Obtain
    medical attention

    Ingestion Rinse mouth immediately and repeatedly with water. Do not induce
    vomiting. Obtain medical attention

    Other information

    Revision date May 2005 Page 1/4


    Material Safety Data Sheet
    SODIUM CARBONATE

    5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES


    Extinguishing media Not expected to burn

    Unsuitable extinguishing media None

    Fire and explosion hazard None

    Protective equipment In case of fire wear a full face positive pressure self contained
    breathing apparatus and protective suit

    6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES


    Personal precautions Do not breathe dust

    Environmental precautions Do not contaminate surface waters

    Methods for cleaning up Remove as much as possible with broom, scoop or vacuum. Wash with
    plenty of water

    7. HANDLING AND STORAGE


    Handling Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes

    Storage conditions Keep in dry place and away from acids

    8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION


    Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended

    Exposure limits (ACGIH 2004) Nuisance dust.


    TLV = 10 mg/m³

    Personal protection equipment


    Respiratory protection Dust mask

    Hand/skin protection Impervious gloves. Standard protective clothing

    Eye protection Safety glasses

    Hygiene measures Eye-wash fountain near-by.

    9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES


    Form Crystalline powder

    Colour White

    Odour None

    Boiling point N/A

    Melting point 830 °C

    Flash point - (PMCC) None

    Auto ignition N/A

    Revision date May 2005 Page 2/4


    Material Safety Data Sheet
    SODIUM CARBONATE
    Explosion limits N/A

    Vapour pressure N/A

    Relative density N/A

    Solubility in water Soluble

    pH

    Viscosity N/A

    Bulk density 0,6 – 0,8 g/cc

    Freezing point N/A

    Pour point N/A


    Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
    10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
    Stability Stable. In contact with acids produces CO2

    Conditions to avoid Moisture. Heating: decomposes with CO2 formation (400 °C)

    Materials to avoid Avoid contact with acids and strong oxidizers. Corrosive to aluminium
    and zinc

    Hazardous decomposition products CO2 (in contact with acids; if involved in fire)

    11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION


    Acute toxicity LD50 oral rat > 2 g/kg

    Primary irritation skin/eye May cause skin irritation with prolonged contact. Irritating to eyes

    Sensitization No data available

    Chronic toxicity data Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause skin irritation and
    dermatitis

    12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION


    Persistency and degradation Not applicable

    Mobility and Bioaccumulation Water soluble. No adverse effects expected

    Ecotoxicological effects No adverse effects expected conc. < 100 mg/l

    13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

    Via authorized contractor


    14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
    Description Not regulated

    UN Number N/A

    Revision date May 2005 Page 3/4


    Material Safety Data Sheet
    SODIUM CARBONATE
    Packing group N/A

    ADR/RID

    Class ADR 2003 Label: --


    ADR 2003 Classif. Code: --
    Hazard Identification

    IMDG

    Class Subsidiary risk: --

    Em S

    IATA

    Class
    15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
    EC Classification Xi, irritant

    Hazard Symbol

    contains: Sodium Carbonate

    Risk Phrases R36: irritating to eyes

    Safety Phrases S22: do not breathe dust


    S26: in case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
    water and seek medical advice

    16. OTHER INFORMATION

    This material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in applications consistent
    with AVA technology. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the safety precautions and should have
    access to this information.

    Revision date May 2005 Page 4/4

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