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Material Safety Data Sheet

Section 1: Common Name of the ChemicalSynonym: Oxalic acid, disodium salt, ethanedioic acid, disodium oxalate

Chemical Name: Sodium oxalate

Chemical Formula: (COO)2Na2

Section 3: Hazard IdentificationPotential Acute Health Effects:Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive),of eye contact (corrosive).

Potential Chronic Health Effects:CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Notavailable. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL 

 TOXICITY: Not available. The substance may be toxic to kidneys, mucousmembranes, central nervous system (CNS). Repeated or prolonged exposure tothe substance can produce target organs damage.

Hazard Symbol:

Section 4: First Aid MeasuresEye Contact:

Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flusheyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get

medical attention immediately.

Skin Contact:In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritatedskin with an emollient. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.

Serious Skin Contact:Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an antibacterial cream. Seek medical attention.

Inhalation:If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If 

breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.

Ingestion:Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Nevergive anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing suchas a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.

Section 6: Accidental Release MeasuresSmall Spills:

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Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposalcontainer. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and

dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.

Large Spills:

Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container.Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow toevacuate through the sanitary system.

Section 8: Exposure Controls & Personal ProtectionEngineering Controls:Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controlsto keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operationsgenerate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airbornecontaminants below the exposure limit.

Personal Protection: Splash goggles, lab coat, gloves

Personal Protection in case of Large Spills:Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained

breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product.Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist beforehandling this product.

Exposure Limits: Not available

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.

Instability Temperature: Not available

Conditions of Instability: Dust generation, incompatible materials, hightemperatures

Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.

Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.

Section 11: Toxicological DataRoute of Entry: Absorbed through skin, inhalation, ingestion

 Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 5094 mg/kg [Mouse]

Special Remarks on Other Toxic Effects on Humans:Causes skin irritation with possible skin lesions and burns, eye irritation withpossible burns, respiratory tract and mucous membrane irritation,

inflammation of the larynx and bronchi, pulmonary edema, coughing,headache anxiety, nausea, vomiting and weakness. May be harmful if absorbedthrough the skin, inhaled or swallowed. May cause corneal injury. Ingestion of significant amounts will affect the urinary system, cardiovascular system,behavior/central nervous system. Repeated or prolonged inhalation of dustmay result in respiratory tract inflammation and weight loss. Skin: May causedermatitis