Product Specification
SODIUM SULPHIDE AR
PRODUCT CODE
646665
SYNONYMS
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C.I. NO.
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CASR NO.
ATOMIC OR MOLECULAR FORMULA
(27610-45-3)
Na2S.XH2O
ATOMIC OR MOLECULAR WEIGHT
78.04
PROPERTIES
Air Sensitive, Light Sensitive, Hygroscopic
Na2S.XH2O
PARAMETER
LIMIT
Description
Yellow deliquescent crystalline flakes,
Solubility
10% solution in water is clear and bright
Assay (Na2S, Oxidimetric )
About 60.0%
MAXIMUM LIMIT OF IMPURITIES
Water insoluble matter
Passes test
Nitrogen compounds (N)
0.005%
Sulphite (SO3)
0.1%
Thiosulphate (S2O3)
0.5%
Note(s) : Assay (if applicable) method mentioned.
DANGER
IMDG Code : 8/II
Hazard statements : May cause allergic skin reaction. May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and
UN No.
: 1849
eye damage. Very toxic to aquatic life.
Precautionary statements
IATA
: 8
Prevention : Keep only in original container. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid breathing
dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/ spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be
allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/ protective
clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response : IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKINWash with plenty of soap and
water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with
water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN
EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do Continue
rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical
advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Collect
spillage
Disposal: Dissolve the chemical to be disposed, in water and allow it to run to waste, diluting with large quantities of water.
Hazard Pictogram(s) :-