Sodium bisulfite |
Synonyms & Trade Names Monosodium salt of sulfurous acid, Sodium acid bisulfite, Sodium bisulphite, Sodium hydrogen sulfite |
CAS No. 7631-90-5 |
RTECS No. VZ2000000 |
DOT ID & Guide 2693 154 (solution) |
FormulaNaHSO3 |
Conversion |
IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 5 mg/m3 OSHA PEL†: none |
Measurement Methods NIOSH 0500 See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description White crystals or powder with a slight odor of sulfur dioxide. |
MW: 104.1 |
BP: Decomposes |
MLT: Decomposes |
Sol: 29% |
VP: ? |
IP: NA |
Sp.Gr: 1.48 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Solid |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Heat (decomposes) [Note: Slowly oxidized to the sulfate on exposure to air.] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes) Skin: No recommendation Eyes: No recommendation Wash skin: No recommendation Remove: No recommendation Change: No recommendation |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Breathing: Fresh air Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available. Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 1134
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