CAS number 1310-73-2 MDL number MFCD00011324 EC index number 011-002-00-6 EC number 215-185-5 PubChem Substance ID 329824556
Sodium hydroxide, also known as lye and caustic soda, is an inorganic compound with formula NaOH.
Sodium hydroxide is used in many industries in the manufacture of pulp and paper, textiles, drinking water, soaps and detergents and as a drain cleaner.
H290: May be corrosive to metals.
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary Statements
P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308 + P310: IF exposed or concerned: immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
RIDADR
UN 1823 8 / PGII
WGK Germany
WGK 1 slightly hazardous to water
RTECS
WB49000000
Flash Point (C°)
Not applicable
R Phrase
R35: Causes severe burns.
S Phrase
S 26-37/39-45: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).