FACTORY OF SODIUM DIACETATE

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Sodium Diacetate

Chemical Synonyms: SD, SDA

Chemical Family: organic acid, sodium salt

Chemical Formula: C4H7O4Na

SECTION 2 - INGREDIENTS % by wt. CAS #

Sodium Diacetate 99 126-96-5

Water 0.7 max 7732-18-5

SECTION 3- PHYSICAL DATA

Molecular Weight: 142.09 Appearance: white powder

pH of 10% Aq Soln: 4.5 Odor: vinegar odor

Melting Point: 328 'C Boiling Point: not applicable

Vapor Pressure: not applicable Bulk Density: approx. 55 lbs./cu. ft.

Solubility in Water: 40% at 20'C Reactivity in Water: does not react

SECTION 4 - FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD

Flash Point: None by Tag Closed Cup

Flammable Limits: Not Determined Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not Applicable

Unusual Hazards: Avoid dispersion of dust to minimize possible explosion hazard.

Extinguishing Media: Appropriate media for surrounding fire.

SECTION 5 - REACTIVITY DATA

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents

SECTION 6 - TOXICITY DATA

Sodium Diacetate is a non-toxic food chemical.

Occupational Exposure: No exposure limits have been set by OSHA, NIOSH or ACGIH.

Carcinogen: IARC: NO, NTP: NO, OSHA: NO

SECTION 7 - HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Primary Routes of Exposure:

Ingestion: Drink milk or take antacids to reduce acidity. Get medical attention, if irritation persists.

Eye Contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes, hold eyelids open. Get medical attention.

Skin Contact: Wash area with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if irritation persists

Effects of Overexposure: Dust causes irritation of eyes, nose and throat.

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: None identified. Handle with reasonable care.

SECTION 8- HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling and Storage Precautions:
IN DRY COOL VENTILATED PLACE
Other Precautions:
Spill Release Procedures:
SWEEP UP AND PLACE IN SUITABLE CONTAINER. FLUSH SPILL AREA WITH WATER.

SECTION 9 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecological Information:
N/P

SECTION10 - EMPLOYEE PROTECTION

Protective Clothing: Appropriate work apparel. Plastic or rubber gloves.

Eye Protection: Safety glasses should always be worn when working with chemicals.

Respiratory Protection: Material should be handled in a manner that does not produce airborne particles.

If dust is a problem a dust mask or respirator is recommended.

SECTION 11 - SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES

Action to be Taken for Spills:

Wear suitable protective clothing including a respirator or dust mask. Sweep up spillage and collect for

disposal. Wash down area with large quantities of water.

Disposal Methods:

Material is biodegradable. Dispose of in accordance with applicable Federal, state and local regulations.

SECTION 12- OTHER REGULATORY CONTROLS

TSCA Inventory: YES (all ingredients)

OSHA Hazard: NO

Regulated under RECRA: NO

Regulated under CERCLA: NO

Regulated under SARA Title III: NO

SECTION 13- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION

Waste Disposal Methods:
DISCHARGE, TREATMENT, OR DISPOSAL MAY BE SUBJECT TO FED, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. THESE DIPSOAL GUIDELINES ARE INTENDED FOR THE DISPOSAL OF CATALOG-SIZE QUANTITIES ONLY. DISPOSE OF IN AN APPROVED INCINER ATOR OR IF UNCONTAMINATED MATERIAL MAY BE DIPSOSED OF IN A SANITARY LANDFILL.
Waste Disposal Methods:
DISCHARGE, TREATMENT, OR DISPOSAL MAY BE SUBJECT TO FED, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. THESE DIPSOAL GUIDELINES ARE INTENDED FOR THE DISPOSAL OF CATALOG-SIZE QUANTITIES ONLY. DISPOSE OF IN AN APPROVED INCINER ATOR OR IF UNCONTAMINATED MATERIAL MAY BE DIPSOSED OF IN A SANITARY LANDFILL.

SECTION 14- MSDS TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Transport Information: PER MSDS:DOT:NON-REGULATED.

SECTION 15- REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA Title III Information: N/P
Federal Regulatory Information: N/P
State Regulatory Information: N/P

SECTION 16- OTHER INFORMATION

Other Information: Not available.