Sodium Nitrite
Synonyms: Nitrous acid sodium salt, Sodium nitrous, Sodium nitrite (NaNO2)
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Sodium Nitrite
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL4215
CAS Number
7632-00-0
EC Number
231-555-9
EC Index Number
007-001-00-1
Grade
97% Extra Pure
HSN Code
28341010
Molecular Formula
NaNO2
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Sodium Nitrite
Catalogue No.
AL4215
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
7632-00-0
EC Number
231-555-9
Grade
97% Extra Pure
EC Index Number
007-001-00-1
Chemical Formula
NaNO2
HSN Code
28341010
Synonyms
Nitrous acid sodium salt, Sodium nitrous, Sodium nitrite (NaNO2)
Chemical Structure
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Used in food preservation, diazotization reactions, and analytical applications.
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
Ox. Liq. 3; Acute Tox. 3; Aquatic Acute 1
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 23668193 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Oxidizer, Acute Toxic, Environmental Hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer; H301: Toxic if swallowed; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
May cause methemoglobinemia if ingested in large quantities; toxic to aquatic life.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Sodium Nitrite
CAS No.
7632-00-0
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
Move to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
First-aid measures after skin contact
IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
First-aid measures after eye contact
First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
First-aid measures after ingestion
Give patient 2 to 4 glasses of water and induce vomiting.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, and cyanosis in severe cases.
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
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Evaporation at 20 °C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.
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.
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 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 gloves and avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
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 combustible substances, reducing agents and acids. Dry. Well closed.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection
Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust or mist is generated.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Solid
Colour
White to pale yellow
Odour
Faint, characteristic
Odour threshold
No data available
pH value
No data available
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
No data available
Melting point
271 °C
Freezing point
No data available
Boiling point
Decomposes at 608 °F
Flash point
No data available
Auto-ignition temperature
538 °C
Decomposition temperature
No data available
Flammability (solid, gas)
Not flammable, but an oxidizer
Vapour pressure
No data available
Relative vapour density at 20°C
No data available
Density
2.17
Solubility
Sol in water; moderately sol in methanol; sparingly soluble in diethyl ether
Log Pow
-3.7
Viscosity, kinematic
No data available
Viscosity, dynamic
No data available
Explosive properties
Not explosive
Oxidising properties
Oxidizer
Explosive limits
No data available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions; may decompose when heated.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Very slowly oxidizes to nitrate in air.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
May explode on heating above 530 °C. Decomposes on contact with acids. This produces toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides. The substance is a strong oxidant.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong acids, strong reducing agents, and combustible materials.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxide and sodium oxide.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Rabbit oral 186 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 175 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse ip 158 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)
1500
UN-No. (IMDG)
1500
UN-No. (IATA)
1500
UN-No. (ADN)
1500
UN-No. (RID)
1500
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Sodium nitrite
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Sodium nitrite
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Sodium nitrite
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Sodium nitrite
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Sodium nitrite
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
5.1 (6.1)
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
III
Packing group (IMDG)
III
Packing group (IATA)
III
Packing group (ADN)
III
Packing group (RID)
III
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.