Safety Data Sheet - Sodium Azide

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Sodium Azide

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL4073

CAS Number 26628-22-8

EC Number 247-852-1

EC Index Number 011-004-00-7

Grade For Molecular Biology

HSN Code 28500030

Molecular Formula NaN3

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Sodium Azide

Catalogue No. AL4073

Product form Substance

CAS Number 26628-22-8

EC Number 247-852-1

Grade For Molecular Biology

EC Index Number 011-004-00-7

Chemical Formula NaN3

HSN Code 28500030

Synonyms Azide of sodium, Sodium azide, Sodium azid

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Preservative in biological research and buffer solutions

Uses advised against Not specified

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Acute Tox. 2; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 33557 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Acute Toxic, Environmental Hazard

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H300: Fatal if swallowed; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Highly toxic, potential for explosive reactions with heavy metals

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Sodium Azide

CAS No. 26628-22-8

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately flush the contaminated skin with water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. Get medical attention promptly.

First-aid measures after eye contact If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Symptoms of exposure may include headache, dizziness, nausea, and respiratory distress.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Dry powder.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures - Sodium azide will initially sink in water. ; - Sodium azide is decomposed by sunlight and irradiation.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain and collect spillage.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Handle with care, using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and goggles. Avoid inhalation and contact with skin.

Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions Separated from food and feedstuffs, acids and metals. See Chemical Dangers. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Handle with gloves.

Eye protection Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Solid

Colour White

Odour Odorless (with traces of water fishy smelling because of HN3 formation)

Odour threshold Not applicable

pH value 7 (in solution)

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not applicable

Melting point 275 °C (decomp)

Freezing point Not applicable

Boiling point 100 °C (decomposes)

Flash point Not applicable

Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable

Decomposition temperature Decomposes above 300 °C

Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable under normal conditions

Vapour pressure 1 Pa at 20 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C 1.5

Density 1.846 at 20 °C

Solubility In water, 41.0 g/100 mL at 17 °C

Log Pow Not applicable

Viscosity, kinematic Not applicable

Viscosity, dynamic Not applicable

Explosive properties Can react explosively with heavy metals

Oxidising properties Not an oxidizer

Explosive limits Not applicable

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Stable under normal conditions but can react violently with heavy metals and strong acids.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions Decomposes on heating above 275 °C . This produces toxic fumes. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Reacts with copper, lead, silver, mercury and carbon disulfide.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Heavy metals, strong acids, and oxidizing agents.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Sodium oxides.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 45 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse sc 23 mg/kg; LD50 Rat sc 45 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified (based on available data)

Serious eye damage/irritation Not classified (based on available data)

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity information Not specified

12.2 Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability Not specified

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not specified

12.4 Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil Not specified

12.6 Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions Not specified

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

UN-No. (ADR) UN 1687

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1687

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1687

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1687

UN-No. (RID) UN 1687

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Sodium azide

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Sodium azide

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Sodium azide

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Sodium azide

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Sodium azide

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 6.1

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) II

Packing group (IMDG) II

Packing group (IATA) II

Packing group (ADN) II

Packing group (RID) II

14.5 Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment Not specified

Marine pollutant Not specified

Other information No supplementary information available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified

SECTION 16: Other Information

Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.