1.  Hazardous ingredients

Material or mixtures : Sodium Chloride (cas # 7647-14-5)

Oral (LD50) : 3 g/Kg (rat)

Toxicity : not evaluated

2. Physical data

Boiling point : 1465  ̊C

Vapor pressure : 2,4 mm/Hg at 746  ̊C

Vapor density : not applicable

Solubility in water : 36 g/100ml at 20  ̊C

Appearance : white crystals

pH at 25  ̊ C : 1% solution, 5,0-9,0

Specific gravity : 2,165

% volatile/volume : 0% at 21 ̊C

Evaporation rate : not applicable

Odor : odorless

3. Fire and explosion hazard data

Flash point : not applicable

Ignition temperature : not applicable

Extinguishing media : fire extinguishing system suitable for environment

Special fire fighting procedures : use proper protection to prevent any contact with product or derivates

Unusual fire hazards: emit toxics fumes.

4. Health hazard data and protection information

Effects of overexposure : may be harmful if inhalation or swallowing

Carcinogenicity : not identified

Eyes contact and skin contact: irritation. Wear rubber gloves, apron and safety goggles. Wash thoroughly with plenty running water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician. Supply emergency eye station and shower

Inhalation: manipulation required a well ventilated room or an appropriate fume hood. Remove to fresh air or give oxygen. Call a physician

Ingestion : Give plenty water for rinsing mouth and drinking. Call a physician

5. Reactivity data

Stability : stable

Incompatible materials : acids, lithium, oxidizers agents, iron, cement, inter halogens

Hazardous reactive products : HCl₂ with acids

Hazardous polymerisation : not applicable

6. Spill, leak  and precautions procedures

Preventives measures:  wear respirator, rubber gloves and boots, safety goggles. Aspirate powder, preventing dust fume, wipe up with damp sponge and rinse with plenty of water. Bring fresh air.

Waste disposal method : follow all local environmental disposal regulations

7. Special protection information

Handling and storing:  Store in a well ventilated room away from incompatible agent. Do not insert into the container any additional chemical product. Do not rinse down the drain. Highly hygroscopic. Keep container tightly closed in a dry room. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes. Rinse thoroughly after manipulation

The above information is correct but do not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used as a guide. QUÉBACT shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact with the above product.