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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Utikem AlkaPlus pH Plus Powder

Alternate Product: Sodium Carbonate Anhydrous, Soda Ash, Disodium Carbonate (Soda Ash Light, Dense Soda

Ash, Light Soda Ash)

Chemical Formula: Na

General Use: pH Adjustment in water or waste water

This chemical is certified ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water Chemicals – Health Effects

(as packaged in the original, unopened container). Concentration is not to exceed 100 ppm when used for

corrosion control or scale control pH adjustment.

Manufacturer: Emergency Telephone Numbers:

QUALCO, INC. 800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC – US)

225 Passaic Street 973-473-1222 (Qualco, Inc.)

Passaic, NJ 07936

2. Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview:

White odorless, granular solid

Product is non-combustible

Reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide gas and heat.

Irritating to the eyes. Inhalation of product may irritate nose, throat, and lungs. Prolonged contact may irritate

skin. Although low in toxicity, ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting, stomachache, and diarrhea (LD50 (rat) = 2.8

gm/kg).

Not expected to be toxic to the environment, nor to aquatic organisms.

Avoid simultaneous exposure to soda ash and lime dust. In the presence of moisture (i.e. perspiration), the two

materials combine to form caustic soda (NaOH), which may cause burns.

Potential Health Effects:

Direct contact with the product causes irritation of the eyes and continuous or prolonged contact may cause skin

irritation (red, dry, cracked skin). Excessive levels of airborne dust may irritate the mucous membranes and upper

respiratory tract.

3. Composition & Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name CAS # Wt. % EC No. EC Class

Sodium Carbonate 497-19-8 99.8% 207-838-8 Xi, R36

Summary of content (8 pages)

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. Product and Company Identification Product Name: Utikem AlkaPlus pH Plus Powder Alternate Product: Sodium Carbonate Anhydrous, Soda Ash, Disodium Carbonate (Soda Ash Light, Dense Soda Ash, Light Soda Ash) Chemical Formula: Na2CO3 General Use: pH Adjustment in water or waste water This chemical is certified ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water Chemicals – Health Effects (as packaged in the original, unopened container).
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This product does not contain any ingredient designated by IARC, NTP, ACGIH or OSHA as probable or suspected human carcinogens. 4. First Aid Measures Eyes: Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting the upper and lower eyelids intermittently. See a medical doctor or ophthalmologist as necessary. Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Dilute by giving 1 or 2 glasses of water. Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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7. Handling and Storage Handling: Use air conveying / mechanical systems for bulk transfer to storage. For manual handling of bulk transfer, use mechanical ventilation to remove airborne dust from railcar, ship or truck. Use approved respiratory protection when ventilation systems are not available. Selection of respirators is based on the dust cloud generation. Keep material out of lakes, streams, ponds and sewer drains. Avoid eye contact or prolonged skin contact. Avoid breathing dusts.
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Boiling Point: Decomposes Coefficient of Oil/Water: Not applicable Density/Weight per Volume: (g/l) Dense Grades: 0.9-1.1; Natural Light 0.7-0.9, Synthetic Light 0.5-0.7 Evaporation Rate: Not applicable Flash Point: Not flammable Melting Point: 854oC (1569oF) Odor Threshold: Not applicable Oxidizing Properties: Not Applicable Percent Volatile: Not applicable 1% Solution pH: 11.3 Solubility In Water: 33.2% maximum Specific Gravity: 2.
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Primary Hazard Class / Division: Not Applicable UN / NA Number: None Label(s), Placard(s), Marking(s): Not Applicable Additional Information: Hazardous Substance / RQ: Not Applicable 49 STCC Number: Not Applicable International Maritime Dangerous Goods: Not regulated 15.
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1 = Slight 0 = Minimal NFPA Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Special: None No Special Requirements NFPA: National Fire Protection Association Degree of Hazard Code: 4 = Extreme 3 = High 2 = Moderate 1 = Slight 0 = Insignificant Other Information: Soda ash is produced in three principle grades, dense, natural light and synthetic light soda ash. When these products are mixed in water, they may be known as liquid soda ash.
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The Safety Data Sheet is offered for your information, consideration and investigation as required by Federal Hazardous Products Act and related legislation. The information is believed to be accurate but provides no warranties, either expressed or implied. Date Prepared: 8-20-14 Rev.