[A18668] CAS 7632-00-0 | Sodium nitrite, 98%

CAS : 7632-00-0
UN# : UN1500
MDL : MFCD00011118
Hazard Class : 5.1
EINECS : 231-555-9
Packing Group : III

Chemical Properties

Formula : NNaO2
Formula weight : 69.00
Melting Point : 271° dec.
Density : 2.17
Sensitivity : Hygroscopic. Ambient temperatures.
Form : Crystalline powder
Solubility : Soluble in water, methanol, ethanol, ammonia, nitric acid. Slightly soluble diethyl ether.

Applications

Sodium nitrite is used in many industrial Application viz. in meat curing, coloring and preserving. It is used as a reagent in analytical chemistry, an antidote in cyanide poisoning, an electrolyte in electrochemical grinding, as a cooling solution in closed loop systems and as an additive in industrial greases. It finds application as a corrosion inhibitor as well as in the rubber industry. In metallurgy, it is used for phosphatizing and detinning. It acts as a precursor to diazo dyes, nitroso compounds and various organic compounds like pharmaceuticals. As a food additive, it is used to prevent botulism.

Notes

Decomposes above 320°. Hygroscopic. Incompatible with reducing agents, strong oxidizing agents, organics, finely powdered metals.Other References :
Merck : 14,8648
UN# : UN1500

GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements

Hazard Statements : H301-H272-H400Toxic if swallowed.May intensify fire; oxidizer.Very toxic to aquatic life.
Precautionary Statements : P221-P210-P301+P310-P321-P405-P501aTake any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.Specific treatment (see label).Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
위험 문구 : 8-25-50Contact with combustible material may cause fire.Toxic if swallowed.Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
안전 문구 : 45-61In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.