Caustic Soda

Hazards Identification

• Inhalation: Can produce burns
• Eyes: May cause burns and tissue destruction, may cause permanent eye damage
• Skin: May cause burns and tissue destruction (some not immediately noticeable)
• Ingestion: May cause burns and tissue destruction

Storage Handling

• Storage: In tightly closed and properly labeled containers. Do not store in aluminum container or use aluminum fittings as flammable hydrogen gas can be produced
• Handling: Use in the areas with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust and wear personal protective clothing and equipment

Other Safety Measures

• Fire: Non-flamable
• Explosion: Non-explosive
• Extinguish: Do not user water
• Environmental hazard: Hazardous to the environment

Data Physical Properties
Molar Mass	40.0 g/mol
Colour	White
Appearance	White Flakes
Melting Point	323 C
Boiling Point	1390 C
Solubility in water	111g/ 100mL at 20 C