International Chemical Safety Cards

SODIUM PERCHLORATE

ICSC: 0715

Sodium perchlorate
Perchloric acid, sodium salt
Inenat
NaClO₄
Molecular mass: 122.4

ICSC #    0715
CAS #     7601-89-0
RTECS # SC9800000
UN #        1502
EC #         017-010-00-6
October 20, 1999 Peer reviewed

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. NO contact with flammable substances.	In case of fire in the surroundings: water in large amounts, water spray .
EXPLOSION		Do NOT expose to friction or shock.	In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.

EXPOSURE		PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
•INHALATION	Cough. Sore throat.	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
•SKIN	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. >
•EYES	Redness. Pain.	Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
•INGESTION		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. (Extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).

Separated from combustible and reducing substances. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed.

O symbol
Xn symbol
R: 9-22
S: 2-13-22-27
UN Hazard Class: 5.1
UN Packing Group: II

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ICSC: 0715

Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities (C) IPCS CEC 1994. No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.

International Chemical Safety Cards

SODIUM PERCHLORATE

ICSC: 0715

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS OR POWDER.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic fumes (chlorine, chloroxides). The substance is a strong oxidant and reacts with combustible and reducing materials causing fire and explosion hazard.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV not established.

ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
The substance may have effects on the blood , resulting in formation of methaemoglobin. (See Notes).

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Melting point (decomposes): 482°C
Density: 2.0
g/cm3

Solubility in water: very good

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

N O T E S

Other melting points: sodium perchlorate monohydrate: 130°C. Will turn shock-sensitive if contaminated with organic substances. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water. The recommendations on this Card also apply to sodium perchlorate monohydrate. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated.

Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-840

NFPA Code: H 2; F 0; R 2; ox

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ICSC: 0715	SODIUM PERCHLORATE
(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994

IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE:

Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.