Maintenance
EGM-4 Operator's Manual – Version 4.19
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA FOR SODA LIME
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Components
% W/W
Calcium Hydroxide
(Ca(OH)2) > 75.5%
Sodium Hydroxide
(NaOH) < 3.5%
Water
< 21.0%
Indicator (Inorganic Salt)
< 0.2%
PHYSICO-CHEMICAL DATA
Form
Granules
Color
Green (Exhausted : Brown)
Odor
None
Bulk Density
0.9 g/cm
3
Solubility in Water
None
pH in Water
12-14
Incompatible Substances
Acids, Chloroform, Trichlorethylene
Hazardous Decomposition
Products
None
PROTECTIVE MEASURES,
STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage Conditions
Clean dry environment
Preferred temperature range
0 -
35 ˚C. Store away from direct heat/sun.
Protective Measures
Avoid inhaling dust. Wash hands after handling
Industrial Hygiene
Keep containers closed. Keep contents dry.
MEASURES IN CASE
OF ACCIDENTS AND
FIRES
Spillage
Contain material.
Sweep or vacuum up.
Transfer solids to metal or plastic container for disposal.
Wash down spillage with water.
Suit. Extinguishing Media
Water, CO2, Powder, Foam, Halon.
FIRST AID
Inhalation
Remove from exposure.
Obtain medical attention if discomfort persists.
Skin Contact
Drench with clean water.
Obtain medical attention if skin becomes inflamed.
Eye Contact
Irrigate thoroughly with clean water.
Obtain medical attention.
Ingestion
Wash out mouth thoroughly.
Drink water.
Obtain medical attention.
HAZARD LABELLING
Transport Codes
None required.
Hazard Classification
None.