SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 11/14/2005
Date Updated: 06/20/2005
Version 1.4
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name
Product Number
Brand
SODIUM CHLORATE, REAGENTPLUS(TM),
>=99%
244147
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Company
Street Address
City, State, Zip, Country
Technical Phone:
Emergency Phone:
Fax:
Sigma-Aldrich
3050 Spruce Street
SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
314 771 5765
414 273 3850 Ext. 5996
800 325 5052
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name
SODIUM CHLORATE
Formula
Synonyms
RTECS Number:
CAS #
7775-09-9
SARA 313
No
NaClO3
Agrosan * Asex * Atlacide * Atratol * B-Herbatox
* Chlorate de sodium * Chlorate salt of sodium *
Desolet * Drexel defol * Evau-super * Grain
sorghum harvest-aid * Granex O * Harvest-aid *
Hibar C * Kusa-tohru * Kusatol * Leafex 2 *
Natriumchloraat (Dutch) * Natriumchlorat (German)
* Ortho C-1 defoliant & weed killer * Oxycil *
Rasikal * Shed-A-leaf * Soda chlorate * Sodakem *
Sodio (clorato di) (Italian) * Sodium chlorate *
Sodium(chlorate de) (French) * Travex * Tumbleaf
* United Chemical Defoliant No. 1 * VAL-DROP
FO0525000
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Oxidizing. Harmful. Dangerous for the environment.
Explosive when mixed with combustible material. Harmful if
swallowed. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.
Causes cyanosis. Target organ(s): Blood. Kidneys.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 1*
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 3
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 1
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 3
*additional chronic hazards present.
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLASH POINT
N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate
foam.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Contact with other material may cause fire. May accelerate
combustion.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
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User Exposure: Do not breathe dust. Do not get in eyes, on skin,
on clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Keep away from combustible
materials, heat, sparks, and open flame.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Use only in a chemical fume hood. Safety shower and eye bath.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Government approved respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove and wash contaminated
clothing promptly. Discard contaminated shoes.
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance
Physical State: Solid
Color: Colorless
Form: Fine crystals
Property
Value
Molecular Weight
pH
BP/BP Range
MP/MP Range
Freezing Point
Vapor Pressure
Vapor Density
Saturated Vapor Conc.
SG/Density
Bulk Density
Odor Threshold
Volatile%
VOC Content
Water Content
Solvent Content
Evaporation Rate
Viscosity
Surface Tension
Partition Coefficient
Decomposition Temp.
Flash Point
Explosion Limits
Flammability
Autoignition Temp
Refractive Index
Optical Rotation
Miscellaneous Data
Solubility
106.44 AMU
N/A
N/A
248.0 - 261.0 ˚C
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
2.49 g/cm3
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Solubility in Water:Soluble.
At Temperature or Pressure
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Materials to Avoid: Alcohols, Organic materials, Strong reducing
agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sodium oxides, Hydrogen chloride
gas.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN(S) OR SYSTEM(S)
Kidneys. Blood. Liver.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
Symptoms may be delayed. Dizziness. Coughing, chest pains,
difficulty in breathing. Exposure can cause: Absorption into the
body leads to the formation of methemoglobin which in sufficient
concentration causes cyanosis. Onset may be delayed 2 to 4 hours
or longer.
TOXICITY DATA
Oral
Rat
1200 mg/kg
LD50
Inhalation
Rat
> 28,000 mg/m3
LC50
Oral
Mouse
8350 mg/kg
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
596 MG/KG
LD50
Oral
Rabbit
7200 mg/kg
LD50
Skin
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Rabbit
> 10000 mg/kg
LD50
IRRITATION DATA
Skin
Rabbit
500 mg
24H
Remarks: Mild irritation effect
Eyes
Rabbit
10 mg
Remarks: Mild irritation effect
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - MUTAGEN
Species: Rat
Route: Oral
Dose: 84 MG/KG
Exposure Time: 12W
Mutation test: DNA inhibition
Section 12 - Ecological Information
ACUTE ECOTOXICITY TESTS
Test Type: LC50 Fish
Species: Onchorhynchus mykiss (Rainbow trout)
Time: 96 h
Value: > 1,000 mg/l
Test Type: EC50 Daphnia
Species: Daphnia magna
Time: 48 h
Value: > 1,000 mg/l
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Sodium chlorate
UN#: 1495
Class: 5.1
Packing Group: Packing Group II
Hazard Label: Oxidizer
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Sodium chlorate
IATA UN Number: 1495
Hazard Class: 5.1
Packing Group: II
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU DIRECTIVES CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: O-Xn-N
Indication of Danger: Oxidizing. Harmful. Dangerous for the
environment.
R: 9-22-51/53
Risk Statements: Explosive when mixed with combustible material.
Harmful if swallowed. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
S: 13-17-46-61
Safety Statements: Keep away from food, drink, and animal
feedingstuffs. Keep away from combustible material. If
swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this
container or label. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/safety data sheets.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Oxidizing. Harmful. Dangerous for the
environment.
Risk Statements: Explosive when mixed with combustible material.
Harmful if swallowed. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Statements: Keep away from food, drink, and animal
feedingstuffs. Keep away from combustible material. If
swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this
container or label. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/safety data sheets.
US Statements: Causes cyanosis. Target organ(s): Blood. Kidneys.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: Yes
NDSL: No
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
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