SAFETY DATA SHEET Sodium Gluconate

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1 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING Page 1 Issued: 01/06/2015 Revision No: 1 Product identifier: Product name: SODIUM GLUCONATE Product No.: , , , , , , , , Synonyms, Trade Names: SODIUM GLUCONATE MIN 99% CAS-No.: EC No.: Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against: Identified uses: Food / Feed additive Pharmaceuticals Chelating Agent Company name: Nexchem Ltd Unit 1 Underwood Court Elm Tree Avenue Glenfield Leicester Leicestershire LE3 8SG Tel: Fax: Emergency Tel: +44 (0) or +44 (0) (24 Hours) sales@nexchem.co.uk 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Classification of the substance or mixture: Classification (EC 1272/2008): Physical and Chemical Hazards: Human health: Environment: Classification (67/548/EEC): The Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section 16. Environment: The product is not expected to be hazardous to the environment. Label elements: EC No.: Label In Accordance With (EC) No. 1272/2008: No pictogram required. Other hazards: None.

2 Issued: 01/06/2015 Page 2 3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substances: Product name: SODIUM GLUCONATE CAS-No.: EC No.: FIRST AID MEASURES Description of first aid measures: Inhalation: Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Rinse nose and mouth with water. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Ingestion: Immediately rinse mouth and provide fresh air. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Skin contact: Remove affected person from source of contamination. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Eye contact: Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: Inhalation: No specific symptoms noted. Ingestion: May cause discomfort if swallowed. Skin contact: Skin irritation. Eye contact: May cause temporary eye irritation. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: No recommendation given, but first aid may still be required in case of accidental exposure, inhalation or ingestion of this chemical. If in doubt, GET MEDICAL ATTENTION PROMPTLY! 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing media: Extinguish with alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Dust may form explosive mixture with air. Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition. Specific hazards: Oxides of: Carbon. Advice for firefighters: Protective equipment for fire-fighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.

3 Issued: 01/06/2015 Page 3 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Follow precautions for safe handling described in this safety data sheet. Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid inhalation of dust. Environmental precautions: Spillages or uncontrolled discharges into watercourses must be IMMEDIATELY alerted to the Environmental Agency or other appropriate regulatory body. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Avoid generation and spreading of dust. Shovel into dry containers. Cover and move the containers. Flush the area with water. Collect spillage in containers, seal securely and deliver for disposal according to local regulations. Reference to other sections: Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for safe handling: Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Avoid handling which leads to dust formation. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Store in tightly closed original container in a dry, cool and wellventilated place. Keep in original container. Specific end use(s): The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Control parameters: Ingredient Comments: Exposure controls: Protective equipment: No exposure limits noted for ingredient(s). Engineering measures: Respiratory equipment: Hand protection: Eye protection: Hygiene measures: Provide adequate ventilation. Observe occupational exposure limits and minimize the risk of inhalation of dust. No specific recommendation made, but protection against nuisance dust must be used when the general level exceeds 10 mg/m3. Use suitable protective gloves if risk of skin contact. Wear approved safety goggles. DO NOT SMOKE IN WORK AREA! Wash hands at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly if skin becomes contaminated. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes contaminated. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

4 Issued: 01/06/2015 Page 4 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Information on basic physical and chemical properties: Appearance: Powder, dust Granular Colour: White / off-white. Solubility: Soluble in water. Insoluble in: Alcohol Melting point ( C): Bulk Density: kg/m3 ph-value, Diluted Solution: Solubility Value (G/100G H2O@20 C): 45 Decomposition temperature ( C): Auto Ignition Temperature ( C): >200 Other information: Not determined. 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Reactivity: There are no known reactivity hazards associated with this product. Chemical stability: Stable under normal temperature conditions. Possibility of hazardous reactions: Not determined. Conditions to avoid: Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time. Incompatible materials: Materials To Avoid: Not determined. Hazardous decomposition products: Fire creates: Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2). 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Information on toxicological effects: Inhalation: Dust in high concentrations may irritate the respiratory system. Ingestion: May cause discomfort if swallowed. Skin contact: Powder may irritate skin. Eye contact: Particles in the eyes may cause irritation and smarting. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity: The product components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.

5 Issued: 01/06/2015 Page 5 Toxicity: LC 50, 96 Hrs, Fish mg/l >10000 EC 50, 48 Hrs, Daphnia, mg/l >5000 Persistence and degradability: Degradability: The product is easily biodegradable. Bioaccumulative potential: No data available on bioaccumulation. Mobility in soil: Mobility: The product is soluble in water. Results of PBT and vpvb assessment: This product does not contain any PBT or vpvb substances. Other adverse effects: Cod DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS General information: Waste to be treated as controlled waste. Disposal to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with local Waste Disposal Authority. Waste treatment methods: Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION General: Road Transport Notes: Rail Transport Notes: Sea Transport Notes: Air Transport Notes: The product is not covered by international regulation on the transport of dangerous goods (IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID). Not Classified UN number: UN proper shipping name: Transport hazard class(es): Packing group: Environmental hazards: Environmentally Hazardous Substance/Marine Pollutant No. Special precautions for user: Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code:

6 Issued: 01/06/2015 Page REGULATORY INFORMATION Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture: Statutory Instruments: The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009 (S.I 2009 No. 716). Approved Code Of Practice: Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. Safety Data Sheets for Substances and Preparations. Guidance Notes: EU Legislation: CHIP for everyone HSG(108). Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing a European Chemicals Agency, amending + Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1488/94 as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, including amendments. Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 with amendments. Chemical Safety Assessment: No chemical safety assessment has been carried out. Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically Applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions. 16. OTHER INFORMATION Legal disclaimer: The information contained in this SDS does not constitute a risk assessment, and should not replace the user's own assessment of risks as required by other health and safety legislation. This advice is given by Nexchem Ltd who accept no legal liability for it except otherwise provided by law. The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge and is intended to describe our products from the point of view of safety requirements. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing specific properties. [final page]