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CAS
# 16893-85-9 SODIUM SILICOFLUORIDE |
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IDENTIFICATION |
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TRADE NAME : |
Sodium Silicofluoride |
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OTHER NAME : |
Sodium Fluorosilicate; Sodium Hexafluorosilicate; Disodium
Hexafluorosilicate. |
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U.N. NO. : |
2674 |
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DG CLASS : |
6.1 |
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PACKAGING GP. : |
III |
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POISON SCHEDULE : |
Schedule 6 |
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USES : |
Fluoride source in water. |
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/ PROPERTIES
Appearance,
odor : White powder, odorless.
Melting
Point : Decomposes
Boiling
Point : Decomposes
Vapor
Pressure (20°C) : No data available
Vapor
Density : No data available
Specific
Gravity : 2.7
Flash
Point (Open Cup) : No data available
Explosion
Limits : No data available
Solubility
in Water : Almost insoluble in water.
OTHER PROPERTIES
Decomposition
Temperature : 500°C
Molecular
Formula : Na2SiF6
Molecular
Weight : 188
Stability
and Reactivity : Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Reacts with concentrated acids producing corrosive hydrogen fluoride. On
decomposition produces toxic and corrosive fumes including fluorine.
INGREDIENTS
Chemical
Name
CAS
Number
Proportion
Sodium
Silicofluoride
16893-85-9
>99%
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HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION |
HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE
EFFECTS
SWALLOWED: Toxic if
swallowed. Causes nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, burning sensation and
diarrhea. May cause muscular weakness, convulsions, loss of consciousness and
possible death. May cause stiffness and limitation of motion.
EYE: May cause
irritation to eyes with redness and pain.
SKIN: Toxic in
contact with skin. May cause skin irritation.
INHALED: Toxic by
inhalation. Symptoms include shortness of breath, coughing, sore throat and burning
sensation. Inhalation of dust may result in respiratory irritation.
CHRONIC
EFFECTS
Prolonged
or repeated exposure may cause embrittlement and densification of bones,
increased calcification of ligaments and vertabrae resulting in spinal stiffness.
Enzyme system effects and pulmonary fibrosis have been reported.
FIRST AID
SWALLOWED: IF
swallowed, and more than 15 minutes from hospital, induce vomiting preferably
using Ipecac syrup APF. Seek immediate medical assistance.
EYE:
Immediately irrigate with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eyelids to be held open. Seek medical assistance.
SKIN: Remove
contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with large amount of soap and water.
If irritation develops seek immediate medical assistance.
INHALED: Remove
victim from exposure. Remove contaminated clothing and loosen remaining
clothing. Allow patient to assume most comfortable position and keep warm. Keep
at rest until fully recovered. If breathing is laboured ensure airways are
clear and administer oxygen. If breathing has stopped apply artificial
respiration at once. Seek immediate medical assistance.
ADVICE TO DOCTOR
Treat
symptomatically.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE |
EXPOSURE STANDARDS
No
specific value assigned for this material.
Exposure
standards for Fluorides as F:
TWA: 2.5 mg/m3
As
published by the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (Work safe
Australia).
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Provide
local and/or general exhaust ventilation to keep exposure level below the exposure
standard. Avoid generating and inhaling dusts.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Avoid
skin and eye contact and inhalation of dust. Wear overalls, safety glasses or
goggles and, chemical resistant gloves and safety boots. Respiratory protection
is required if airborne concentration is high or unknown. Use an approved dust
mask if there is a risk of inhaling dust. Always wash hands before smoking,
eating, drinking or using the toilet.
FLAMMABILITY
Non
combustible solid.
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SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION |
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
Classified
as a Class 6.1 dangerous Good by the Australian Code for the Transport of
Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. Store and transport according to the relevant
legislation. Store in a cool, dry well-ventilated place away from incompatible
materials and foodstuffs. Keep containers tightly closed.
This
material has been classified as a scheduled poison S6.
SPILLS
Wear
proper protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact and inhalation of
dust. Sweep up but avoid generating dust. With a clean shovel, transfer spilled
material into clean-labeled containers for disposal. Prevent from entering
drains, sewers, streams or other bodies of water. If contamination of sewers or
waterways has occurred, advise the local emergency services.
DISPOSAL
Dispose
in accordance with federal, state or local regulations.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Not
considered to be a fire or explosion hazard. On burning will emit toxic fumes.
Fire fighters to wear self contained breathing apparatus and full protective
clothing when fighting fire.
EXTINGUISHING
MEDIA: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
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OTHER INFORMATION |
TOXICITY
No
information available
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
No
information available.
Hazard
Category: Toxic
RISK
PHRASES:
R23/24/25: Toxic by
inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
SAFETY
PHRASES:
S1/2: Keep
locked up and out of reach of children.
S26: In case
of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S45: In case
of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the
label whenever possible).
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that Blulux Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. believes to be accurate. It is intended for
use only by persons having the necessary technical skills and at their own
discretion and risk. Since conditions and manner of use are outside our
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OR OTHERWISE.
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