MSDS NaAz - ChromoTek

Material Safety Datasheet for Sodium Azide (NaAz)Identification of the substance / preparation and of the company / undertakingProduct namePreparationSupplier identificationSodium azideLyophilised or reconstituted with water / buffer at a concentration of nogreater than 15mM.ChromoTek GmbHGroßhaderner Str. 282152 Planegg-MartinsriedGermanyComposition / information on ingredientsPhone: +49. 89. 23 52 69 27Chemical characterisationChemical nameInorganic salt 15mM solution (lyophilised)Sodium azideCAS number 26628-22-8EEC-No 247-852-1Hazards identificationVery toxic if swallowed. Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.First aid measuresEye contactSkin contactInhalationIngestionIrrigate thoroughly with water for at least 10 minutes. Seek medical advice.Wash skin thoroughly with water. Remove contaminated clothing andwash before re-use. In severe cases, obtain medical attention.Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. In severe cases, seekmedical advice.Wash out mouth thoroughly with water and give plenty of water to drink.Seek medical advice.Fire fighting measuresSpecial risksSuitable extinguishing mediaMay explode if heated. May evolve toxic fumes in fire.Not applicable.Accidental release measuresWear appropriate protective clothing. Inform others to keep a safe distance. Spread soda ash liberally overspillage. If local regulations permit, mop up cautiously with plenty of water and run to waste, diluting greatlywith running water. Otherwise transfer to container and arrange removal by disposal company. Wash site ofspillage thoroughly with water.Handling and storageHandlingStorageAvoid prolonged contact with copper or lead, especially in drainagesystems or mercury and other heavy metals which may result in theformation of explosive azides. Under no circumstances eat, drink or smokewhile handling this material. Wash hands thoroughly after working with thismaterial. Contaminated clothing should be removed and washed beforere-use.Store at 4°C Keep container closed and protected from direct sunlight andmoisture. Store away from combustible materials.MSDS NaAz 1 Version 2009-05-07

Exposure controls / personal protectionAs appropriate to quantity handled.RespiratorVentilationGlovesEye protectionOther precautionsDust respirator.Extraction hood.Rubber or plastic.Goggles or face shield.Plastic apron, sleeves, boots - if handling large quantities.Physical and chemical propertiesFormColourOdourMelting pointBoiling temperatureDensityVapour pressureSolubility in waterSolidPink/WhiteOdourlessNo data available.No data available.No data available.No data available.Very soluble.Flash pointExplosion limitsIgnition temperatureNo data available.No data available.Stability and reactivityStable unless heated. Slow reaction at ambient temperature unless water contains dissolved carbon dioxide.Decomposes violently with bromine or chromyl chloride. Contact with acids liberates highly toxic gas: formsreadily detonatable salts with many metals, particularly heavy metals.Toxicological informationAfter ingestion, irritation of mucous membranes in the mouth, pharynx, oesophagus and gastrointestinaltract. Danger of skin absorption.Systemic effectToxic effectsFurther dataCardiovascular disorders, NS disorders, diarrhoea, tiredness.KidneysLD50 27 mg/kg oral, rat. No evidence of carcinogenic properties.Evidence of mutagenic effects.Ecological informationThe following applies to azides in general azides are toxic for aquatic organisms.Biological effects Fish L. macrochirus toxic from 1.5ppm upwards in 24h.Approximate acute toxicity forlower organismsApproximate toxicity for coldblooded animals5mg/l;

Disposal considerationsChemical residues are generally classified as special waste, and as such covered by regulations which varyaccording to location. Contact your local waste disposal authority for advice, or pass to a chemical disposalcompany. Rinse out empty containers thoroughly before disposal.Transportation informationUN-No. 1687ADR/RID6.1,42'(b)IMO 6.1/1687IMDG class 6.1IATA 1687Packaging groupCorrect technical nameIISodium AzideRegulatory informationLabelling according to EEC directivesSymbolR-phrasesS-phrasesT+ Very toxic.R28-32 Very toxic if swallowed. Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.S28-45 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Incase of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately(show label where possible)EEC-No. 247-852-1UK exposure limits: OES, Short term, mg/m 3 : 0.3 - Sodium azide (as NaN 3 )Other informationThe information contained in this Material Safety Datasheet is believed to be accurate but it is the responsibilityof the user or supplier to determine the applicability of these data to the formulation of necessary safetyprecautions.ChromoTek shall not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the use of the above productor the information contained in this material safety datasheet.MSDS NaAz 3 Version 2009-05-07