International Chemical Safety Cards

SODIUM CHLORATE ICSC: 1117

SODIUM CHLORATE
Chloric acid, sodium salt
NaClO3
Molecular mass: 106.5
CAS # 7775-09-9
RTECS # FO0525000
ICSC # 1117
UN # 1495
EC # 017-005-00-9
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. NO contact with flammable substances. NO contact with combustible and reducing materials, and organic materials.
Water in large amounts.
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion on contact with flames, sparks and organic materials (such as clothing, leather and paper) or other incompatible materials.

In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID EXPOSURE OF ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN!

  • INHALATION
    		• Cough. Sore throat.
    		Local exhaust or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Redness.
    		Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
    		First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Abdominal pain. Blue lips or fingernails. Blue skin. Diarrhoea. Nausea. Shortness of breath. Unconsciousness. Vomiting.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
    		Separated from combustible, flammable, organic or other readily oxidizable materials. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Avoid storage on wooden floors.

    O symbol
    Xn symbol
    R: 9-22
    S: 2-13-17-46
    UN Hazard Class: 5.1
    UN Packing Group: II
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 1117 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993 No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.

    International Chemical Safety Cards

    SODIUM CHLORATE ICSC: 1117

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     ODOURLESS, COLOURLESS CRYSTALS OR WHITE GRANULES.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance decomposes on heating above 300°C or on burning producing oxygen, which increases fire hazard, and toxic fumes (chlorine). The substance is a strong oxidant and reacts violently with combustible and reducing materials, causing fire and explosion hazard. Reacts with strong acids giving off carbon dioxide. Reacts with organic contaminants to form shock-sensitive mixtures. Attacks zinc and steel.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV not established.


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying or when dispersed, especially if powdered.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the blood (methaemoglobinaemia) and kidneys following ingestion. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. See Notes.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Decomposes below boiling point at ca. 300°C
    Melting point: 248°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 2.5
    Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 100
    		 Vapour pressure, Pa at °C: negligible
    Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.7
    Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    NOTES
    The substance is entirely decomposed at temperature higher than 300°C. Will turn shock-sensitive if contaminated with organic materials. Marketed formulations contain a fire depressant. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Do NOT take working clothes home. Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water.
    NFPA Code: H 1; F 0; R 2;
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 1117 SODIUM CHLORATE
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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