SDS

SAFETY DATA SHEET
BIO-NEUTRALIZER
®
DECHLORINATION TABLETS
I. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME Bio-Neutralizer
®
CHEMICAL NAME Sodium Sulte Tablets
CHEMICAL ABSTRACT SERVICE NO. CAS #7757-83-7
CHEMICAL FAMILY Sodium Sulte
FORMULA Na
2
SO
3
SUPPLIER Norweco, Inc.
220 Republic St.
Norwalk, OH USA 44857
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER [phone]
TECHNICAL PHONE NUMBER (800) NORWECO, [phone]
II. HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW May cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory system on contact. Ingestion may irritate gastrointestinal tract. Large doses may cause violent
colic and diarrhea. Wash hands throughly after handling. REDUCING AGENT: Stable under normal conditions. Contact with strong oxidizers can
cause vigorous exothermic reactions. Contact with acids release sulfur dioxide gas. Non-ammable, but will decompose to dioxide gas in a re.
Use self-contained breathing apparatus when sulfur dioxide gas is present. Do not add this product to any dispensing device containing remains
of any other product. Do not allow this product to come in contact with chlorination tablets, granules or pellets.
POTENTIAL ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
INHALATION Inhalation of dust may irritate respiratory tract.
INGESTION Ingestion may irritate gastrointestinal tract. May cause server allergic reaction in some asthmatics and sulte sensitive individuals. Large doses
may cause violent colic and diarrhea, circulatory disturbances, central nervous system depression and even death.
SKIN Dust may cause skin irritation from prolonged contact. Solutions will irritate skin.
EYES Dust may irritate or burn eyes. Solutions will irritate or burn eyes.
OVER EXPOSURE SIGNS/SYMPTOMS
INHALATION Adverse symptoms may include the following:
respiratory tract irritation
INGESTION Adverse symptoms may include the following:
gastrointestinal tract irritation
toxic in large dose
SKIN Adverse symptoms may include the following:
pain or irritation
EYES Adverse symptoms may include the following:
pain
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED Pre-existing disorders involving any target organs mentioned in this SDS as being at risk may be aggravated by overexposure to this product.
BY OVEREXPOSURE
III. CONSUMPTION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
SODIUM SULFITE 35%
INERT INGREDIENTS 65%
THERE ARE NO ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS PRESENT, WITHIN THE CURRENT KNOWLEDGE OF THE SUPPLIER AND IN THE CONCENTRATIONS APPLICABLE THAT ARE CLASSIFIED AS
HAZARDOUS TO HEALTH OR THE ENVIRONMENT AND HENCE REQUIRE REPORTING IN THIS SECTION.
IV. FIRST AID PROCEDURES
If ingestion, irritation, any type of overexposure or symptoms of overexposure occur during or persists after use of this product, contact a POISON CONTROL CENTER, EMERGENCY ROOM OR
PHYSICIAN immediately; have Safety Data Sheet information available. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person.
EYE CONTACT Flush immediately with water for at least 20 minutes. Hold eyelids apart to ensure complete irrigation of eye tissue. Seek medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT Remove contaminated clothing. Wash a󰀨ected area with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs or persists.
INHALATION Remove victim to fresh air. Give articial respiration only if breathing has stopped. If breathing is di󰀩cult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if
irritation persists.
INGESTION If conscious, immediately give 2 to 4 glasses of water or milk and induce vomiting under medical supervision. Seek immediate medical attention.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN No specic treatment. Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled.
V. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABILITY OF THE PRODUCT Product does not burn.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
SUITABLE Use any re ghting agent appropriate for surrounding material; use water spray to cool re-exposed surfaces.
NOT SUITABLE Not applicable
SPECIAL EXPOSURE HAZARDS Isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a re. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or
without suitable training. Move containers from re area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep re-exposed containers cool.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS Sodium sulte is formed at 600°C, residue is ammable. May yield sulphur dioxide gas upon decomposition at 900°C. Inert ingredients could
support combustion by burning, yielding carbon dioxide and water.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES NIOSH/MSHA - Approved, positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece.
VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS Wear appropriate personal protective equipment if required. Provide ventilation to clear sulphur dioxide fumes which may form.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS Do not ush to surface water.
LARGE SPILL Spills exceeding 100 pounds should be reported to the local authorities.
SMALL SPILL Place spilled material in clean, dry containers for disposal. Do not ush to surface water.
REFERENCE TO OTHER SECTIONS See Section I for emergency contact information.
See Section VIII for information on appropriate personal protective equipment.
See Section XIII for additional waste treatment information.
VII. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING Use proper equipment for lifting and transporting all containers. Use sensible industrial hygiene and housekeeping practices. Wash throughly
after handling. Avoid all situations that could lead to harmful exposure.
STORAGE Keep product dry and in a tightly closed container when not in use. Store in container where temperatures do not exceed 125°F. Partially used,
wet or unwanted product may be disposed of in a sanitary landll. Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal of this product.
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE: [phone]
DATE PREPARED: JANUARY 2018