Safety Data Sheet: SECTION 1: Identification of The Substance/mixture and of The Company/undertaking

Page : 1 / 21
SAFETY DATA SHEET Revision nr : 4

Issuing date :
05/07/2012
Supersedes :
SODIUM HYDROGEN SULFATE 29/11/2011
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier
Commercial Product Name : SODIUM HYDROGEN SULFATE
EC Index : 016-046-00-X
EC No : 231-665-7
CAS No. : 7681-38-1
REACH Registration Number : 01-2119552465-36-0003
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Main use category : Industrial use,
Specific use(s) : Water treatment chemical,
Chemical plating of metals,
Food,
See chapter Exposure scenario.
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company : PVS Chemicals Belgium n.v.
Pantserschipstraat 80
9000 -Gent , BELGIUM
Tel. +32 (0)9 257 77 00
Fax: +32 (0)9 257 77 25
E-mail address: [email protected]
1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency telephone : +32 (0)9 257 77 00 (24/24 hrs)
UNITED KINGDOM
National Poisons Information Service
(Birmingham Centre) 0870 600 6266 (UK only)
City Hospital
SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
2.1.1. Classification according to Regulation (EU) 1272/2008/EC
CLP-Classification : The product is classified as hazardous in accordance with Directive
1272/2008/EEC.
Eye Dam. 1 H318
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16.
2.1.2. Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EC or 1999/45/EC

Classification : The product is classified as dangerous in accordance with Directive
67/548/EEC.
Xi; R41
Full text of R-phrases: see section 16.

Page : 2 / 21
Issuing date :
05/07/2012
Supersedes :
2.2. Label elements

2.2.1. Labelling according to Regulation (EU) 1272/2008/EC
CLP pictograms :
GHS05
Signal word : Danger
Hazard statements (CLP) : H318 - Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary statements (CLP) : P280 - Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.2.2. Labelling according to Directives (67/548/EC - 1999/45/EC)

Not relevant
2.3. Other hazards

Other hazards which do not result in : Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: Not required (inorganic)
classification
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Substance name Product identifier % Classification according to
Directive 67/548/EEC
Sodium hydrogensulphate (CAS No.) 7681-38-1 >= 92 Xi; R41
(EC No) 231-665-7
(EC Index) 016-046-00-X
Substance name Product identifier % Classification according to
Regulation (EC) No.
1272/2008 [CLP]
Sodium hydrogensulphate (CAS No.) 7681-38-1 >= 92 Eye Dam. 1, H318
(EC No) 231-665-7
(EC Index) 016-046-00-X
Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases: see section 16.

3.2. Mixtures
Not applicable
SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures
Inhalation : Move to fresh air.
Call a physician immediately.
Skin contact : Take off all contaminated clothing immediately.
Wash off with soap and water.
If skin irritation persists, call a physician.
Eye contact : Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a
physician.
Call a physician immediately.
Page : 3 / 21
Issuing date :
05/07/2012
Supersedes :
Ingestion : Do NOT induce vomiting.

Drink plenty of water.
Consult a physician.
Additional advice : First aider needs to protect himself.
See also section 8.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Treat symptomatically.
When symptoms persist or in all cases of doubt seek medical advice.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Inhalation : May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Inhalation may provoke the
following symptoms: Shortness of breath, cough, dry/sore throat.
Skin contact : May be irritating. Skin contact may provoke the following symptoms:
Redness, pain, blisters.
Eye contact : Causes serious eye damage. Eye contact may provoke the following
symptoms: Redness, pain.
Ingestion : Ingestion may cause irritation to mucous membranes. Ingestion may
provoke the following symptoms: Abdominal pain, burning sensation.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
Extinguishing media which shall not be used : High volume water jet
for safety reasons
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire Hazard : Non flammable.
Specific hazards : Burning produces noxious and toxic fumes: SOx, NaOx. Fire residues and
contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with
local regulations. The pressure in sealed containers can increase under the
influence of heat. Vapours may form explosive mixture with air. Vapours are
heavier than air and may spread along floors.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Advice for firefighters : Special protective equipment for firefighters In the event of fire, wear self-
contained breathing apparatus. In the event of fire, cool tanks with water
spray.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Advice for non-emergency personnel : Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of
spill/leak. Ensure adequate ventilation. Wear personal protective equipment.
See also section 8. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Avoid contact with
skin and eyes.
Advice for emergency responders : Only qualified personnel equipped with suitable protective equipment may
intervene.
Page : 4 / 21
Issuing date :
05/07/2012
Supersedes :
6.2. Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions : Prevent product from entering drains.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up : Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Sweep up and shovel
into suitable containers for disposal. Dispose of in accordance with local
regulations. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages
cannot be contained.
6.4. Reference to other sections

See also section 8. See also section 13.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Handling : Storage and handling must take place in conformity with national laws:
GO70STORA025. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid dust formation.
Do not breathe dust. Ensure that eye flushing systems and safety showers
are located close to the working place.
Hygiene measures : Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash hands before breaks and
immediately after handling the product. Keep away from food, drink and
animal feeding stuffs. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Keep
working clothes separately.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage : Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated area. Keep containers dry and tightly
closed to avoid moisture absorption and contamination. Keep container
tightly closed and dry. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and
sources of ignition.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No data available
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
Exposure limit(s) : No data available
PNEC (water)
PNEC aqua (freshwater) : 11,09 mg/l
PNEC aqua (marine water) : 1,11 mg/l
PNEC aqua (intermittent, freshwater) : 17,66 mg/l
PNEC (sediment)
PNEC sediment (zoetwater) : 40,2 mg/kg dwt
PNEC sediment (marine water) : 4,02 mg/kg dwt
PNEC (soil)
PNEC soil : 1,54 mg/kg dwt
PNEC (STP)
Page : 5 / 21
Issuing date :
05/07/2012
Supersedes :
PNEC sewage treatment plant : 800 mg/l
8.2. Exposure controls

Personal protective equipment : The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the
concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific
workplace.
Respiratory protection : In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Respirator with a full face mask (EN136). Recommended Filter type:
ABEK/P2 (EN141). Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when entering
area unless atmosphere is proved to be safe (EN138/269 - EN137 -
EN139).
Hand protection : Rubber gloves (EN 374): PVC. The selection of specific gloves for a specific
application and time of use in a working area, should also take into account
other factors on the working space, such as (but not limited to): other
chemicals that are possibly used, physical requirements (protection against
cutting/drilling, skill, thermal protection), and the instructions/specification of
the supplier of gloves.
Eye protection : Tightly fitting safety goggles (EN 166).
Skin and body protection : Chemical-resistant overalls.
Thermal hazard protection : Not required under normal use. Use dedicated equipment.
Engineering measures : Ensure adequate ventilation. Use only in area provided with appropriate
exhaust ventilation. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are
close to the workstation location. Eye wash bottle with pure water.
Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and
exposure. See also section 7.
Environmental exposure controls : Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Comply with
applicable Community environmental protection legislation.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance : crystals, granular
Colour : white, light yellow
Odour : none
pH : 1,3
Melting point/range : 315 °C
Boiling point/boiling range : not applicable
Flash point : not applicable
Evaporation rate : not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas) : not applicable
Explosion limits : not applicable
Vapour pressure : not applicable
Vapour density : not applicable
Relative density : 1,4 - 1,5 kg/l
Water solubility : ca. 1080 g/l @ 25°C
Solubility in other solvents : not applicable
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water : -2,2 (KOWWIN)
Autoignition temperature : not applicable
Decomposition temperature : 460 °C
Page : 6 / 21
Issuing date :
05/07/2012
Supersedes :
Viscosity : not applicable

Explosive properties : not applicable
Oxidizing properties : not applicable
9.2. Other information

No data available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity : See also section 10.5
10.2. Chemical stability

Stability : Hygroscopic
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous reactions : Acidic aqueous solution. Gives off hydrogen by reaction with metals.
10.4. Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid : Avoid dust formation. Avoid moisture, heat. See also section 7: Handling
and storage.
10.5. Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials : Hydrolyses in presence of: Water, acidic aqueous solution. Gives off
hydrogen by reaction with metals. See also section 7: Handling and
storage.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products : Possible decomposition products are: Acidic aqueous solution. Gives off
hydrogen by reaction with metals. Vapours may form explosive mixture
with air.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Not classified (Not classified due to data which are conclusive although
insufficient for classification.)
Sodium hydrogensulphate (7681-38-1)

LD50/oral/rat 2140 mg/kg sulfuric acid
LC50/inhalation/4h/rat > 2400 mg/m³ sodium sulphate
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified (Not classified due to data which are conclusive although
pH: 1,3
Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye damage.

pH: 1,3
Page : 7 / 21
Issuing date :
05/07/2012
Supersedes :
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified (Not classified due to data which are conclusive although
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified (Not classified due to data which are conclusive although
Carcinogenicity : Not classified (Not classified due to data which are conclusive although
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified (Not classified due to data which are conclusive although
Specific target organ toxicity (single : Not classified (Not classified due to data which are conclusive although
exposure) insufficient for classification.)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated : Not classified (Not classified due to data which are conclusive although
exposure) insufficient for classification.)
Aspiration hazard : Not classified (Not classified due to data which are conclusive although
Further information
Watery solution: same properties as H2SO4. Fine granules, crystals or powder. Fine substance that can cause the irritation
of the airways, with coughing and the contraction of the airways. In contact with water the product forms sulphuric acid that
can cause burns.
SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecotoxicity effects : Toxic to aquatic organisms.
Component : Sodium hydrogensulphate (7681-38-1)

LC50/96h/fish : 7960 mg/l
EC50/48h/daphnia : 1766 mg/l
IC50/72h/algae : 1900 mg/l
12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence and degradability : Hydrolysis in water
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation : Low potential
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water : -2,2 (KOWWIN)
12.4. Mobility in soil
Mobility : Highly mobile in soils
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT/vPvB : Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: Not required (inorganic)
12.6. Other adverse effects

Further information : no data available
Page : 8 / 21
Issuing date :
05/07/2012
Supersedes :
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods
Waste from residues / unused products : Prevent product from entering drains. Handle with care. See also section 7.
Collect and dispose of waste product at an authorised disposal facility.
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated packaging : Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Codes of waste (2001/573/EC, : Classified as hazardous waste according to European Union regulations (06
75/442/EEC, 91/689/EEC) 03 03). Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application
for which the product was used.
SECTION 14: Transport information

Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1. EU-Regulations
TSCA (US): OK AICS (Australia): OK DSL (Canada): OK ENCS (Japan): OK ECL (Korea): OK PICCS (Philipines): OK
Authorisations/Restrictions on use : Not applicable.
This product contains an ingredient according to the
candidate list of Annex XIV of the REACH
Regulation1907/2006/EC. : None.
15.1.2. National regulations
WGK : 1
15.2. Chemical safety assessment
Chemical Safety Assessment : A Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out for this substance.
SECTION 16: Other information
Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases

Eye Dam. 1 : Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
H318 : Causes serious eye damage.
R41 : Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Sources of key data used to compile : http://ecb.jrc.it
the datasheet
Safety datasheet sections which have : 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,15,16
been updated:
Abbreviations and acronyms : WGK = Wassergefärhdungsklasse (Water Hazard Class under German Federal Water
Management Act)
vPvB = very persistent and very bioaccumulating
persistent, bioaccumulating and toxic (PBT).
ADNR = Accord Européen relatif au Transport International des Marchandises
Dangereuses par voie de Navigation du Rhin (European Agreement concerning the
International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways)
Page : 9 / 21
Issuing date :
05/07/2012
Supersedes :
ADR = Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses

par Route (European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous
Goods by Road)
CLP = Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation according to 1272/2008/EC
IATA = International Air Transport Association
IMDG = International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
LEL = Lower Explosive Limit/Lower Explosion Limit
UEL = Upper Explosion Limit/Upper Explosive Limit
REACH = Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals
The contents and format of this SDS are in accordance with EEC Commission Directive 1999/45/EC, 67/548/EC,
1272/2008/EC and EEC Commission Regulation 1907/2006/EC (REACH) Annex II.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY The information in this SDS was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable. However,
the information is provided without any warranty, express or implied, regarding its correctness. The conditions or methods of
handling, storage, use or disposal of the product are beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and
other reasons, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage or expense arising out of or in
any way connected with the handling, storage, use or disposal of the product. This SDS was prepared and is to be used only
for this product. If the product is used as a component in another product, this SDS information may not be applicable.
Sodium hydrogensulfate PVS Chemicals Belgium N.V.
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Life cycle stage covered
Service life for articles.

Environmental release
by the ES
Short description of
exposure scenario
Product category
Process category
Article category
Manufacture
Formulation
End Use
Sector of use
category
Professional use
Consumer use
Industrial use
Number
14, 15,
Manufacture and use of the 2a,2b, 3, 4, 5, 1, 2, 3, 4,5,7, 1, 2,
19, 20,
substance as such or in 6b, 7, 8, 9, 10, 8a, 8b, 9, 10, 3, 4,
1 preparation in industrial
21, 25, X X X X - - -
11, 13, 15, 16, 12, 13, 14, 15, 5, 6,
settings 35, 36,
17, 19, 20, 23 17, 19, 21, 24 7, 12
37
Use of the substance as such 14, 15, 2,3,4,5,8a,8b,9, 8, 9,
2 or in preparation in 20, 35, - X X X - 22 10,11,12,13,14, - - 10,
professional settings 37 15,17,19,21,24 11
Consumer use of cleaning
3 products
35 - - - - X 21 - - - 8
Consumer use of the

4 substance as pH-regulator 20, 37 - - - - X 21 - - - 8
for swimming pools
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Manufacture and use of the substance as such or in

Exposure scenario 1
preparation in industrial settings
1. Exposure scenario
Title Manufacture and use of the substance as such or in preparation in industrial settings
Sector of use SU2a - Mining, (without offshore industries)
SU2b - Offshore industries
SU 3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites
SU4 - Manufacture of food products
SU5 - Manufacture of textiles, leather, fur
SU6b - Manufacture of pulp, paper and paper products
SU7 - Printing and reproduction of recorded media
SU8 - Manufacture of bulk, large scale chemicals (including petroleum products)
SU9 - Manufacture of fine chemicals
SU 10 - Formulation [mixing] of preparations and/ or re-packaging (excluding alloys)
SU11 - Manufacture of rubber products
SU13 - Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products, e.g. plasters, cement
SU15 - Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment
SU16 - Manufacture of computer, electronic and optical products, electrical equipment
SU17 - General manufacturing, e.g. machinery, equipment, vehicles, other transport equipment
SU19 - Building and construction work
SU20 - Health services
SU23 - Electricity, steam, gas water supply and sewage treatment
Process category PROC1 - Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure
PROC2 - Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure
PROC3 - Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation)
PROC4 - Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises
PROC5 - Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles
(multistage and/ or significant contact)
PROC7 - Industrial spraying
PROC8a - Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large
containers at non-dedicated facilities
PROC8b - Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large
containers at dedicated facilities
PROC9 - Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including
weighing)
PROC10 - Roller application or brushing
PROC12 - Use of blowing agents in manufacture of foam
PROC13 - Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring
PROC14 - Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation
PROC15 - Use as laboratory reagent
PROC16 - Using material as fuel sources, limited exposure to unburned product to be expected
PROC17 - Lubrication at high energy conditions and in partly open process
PROC18 - Greasing at high energy conditions
PROC19 - Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available
Product category PC1 - Adhesives, sealants
PC14 - Metal surface treatment products, including galvanic and electroplating products
PC15 - Non-metal-surface treatment products
PC19 - Intermediate
PC20 - Products such as ph-regulators, flocculants, precipitants, neutralization agents
PC21 - Laboratory chemicals
PC25 - Metal working fluids
PC35 - Washing and cleaning products (including solvent based products)
PC36 - Water softeners
PC37 - Water treatment chemicals
Article category
Environmental release category ERC1 - Manufacture of substances
ERC2 - Formulation of preparations
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
ERC3 - Formulation in materials

ERC4 - Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of articles
ERC5 - Industrial use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix
ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)
ERC6b - Industrial use of reactive processing aids
ERC6c - Industrial use of monomers for manufacture of thermoplastics
ERC6d - Industrial use of process regulators for polymerisation processes in production of resins,
rubbers, polymers
ERC7 - Industrial use of substances in closed systems
ERC12a - Industrial processing of articles with abrasive techniques (low release)
ERC12b - Industrial processing of articles with abrasive techniques (high release)
Processes, tasks, activities covered Manufacture and use of the substance as such or in preparation in industrial settings
2. Operational conditions and risk management measures

2.1. Control of worker exposure
Frequency and duration of use
Use amount per worker per day
The actual tonnage handled per shift is not considered to influence the exposure as such for this
scenario. Instead, the combination of the scale of operation (industrial vs. professional) and level of
containment/automation (as reflected in the PROC) is the main determinant of the process intrinsic
emission potential.
Exposure duration per day 60 min (Due to high level of automatisation and measures at the process level (please see below),
inhalation exposure is negligible and the exposure duration is consequently short.) : PROC 7
Not restricted: All applicable PROCs
Frequency of exposure Not specified
Product characteristics
Emission potential PROC 7: medium
PROC 21, 24: low - high
All other applicable PROCs: very low - low
Physical Form (at time of use) PROC 7: powder
PROC 21,24: Dust
All other applicable PROCs: granular
Vapour pressure Not relevant
Dustiness 1% as obtained in rotating drum testing
Concentration of the Substance in
Not restricted (All applicable PROCs)
Mixture/Article
Amount used
emission potential.
Human factors not influenced by risk management

Breathing volume 10 m³/day
Dermal exposure Not relevant
Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure
Outdoor use / Indoor use Not relevant
Process conditions: Pressure Not relevant
Process temperature Not relevant
Room size Not relevant
Ventilation rate per hour Not relevant
Technical conditions and measures at process level to prevent release
Containment PROC 1, 2, 3, 7: closed process
All other applicable PROCs: not required
Segregation PROC 1, 2, 3: not required
PROC 7: Spraying of sodium hydrogen sulfate in a segregated spray tower where direct exposure of
the worker is excluded.
Technical conditions and measures to control dispersion from the source towards the worker
Local exhaust All other applicable PROCs: Effectiveness : 78 %
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Level of separation
PROC 7: Any potentially required separation of workers from the emission source is indicated above
under "Frequency and duration of exposure". A reduction of exposure duration can be achieved, for
example, by the installation of ventilated (positive pressure) control rooms or by removing the worker
from workplaces involved with relevant exposure.
All other applicable PROCs: Separation of workers from the emission source is generally not
required in the conducted processes.
Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure
Good work practice
Avoid inhalation, ingestion and contact with skin and eyes. Advice on general occupational hygiene:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Workers wear protective
clothing. Change working clothes after each work shift. Shower or bathe at the end of working. Do
not smoke. When using do not eat or drink. Do not blow dust off with compressed air.
Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation
All applicable PROCs :
Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Effective dust mask.: EN 143, EN 149, FFP2
Effectiveness : APF : 10
Gloves Wear as appropriate: Protective gloves (EN 374)
Protective gloves against thermal risks
Protective gloves against mechanical risks
Eye/face protection Yes
Goggles (EN 166)
Safety shoes Wear as appropriate
Skin and body protection Wear as appropriate
2.2. Control of environmental exposure
Not relevant
Annual operating days Continuous use/release
Amount used Not relevant
Environmental factors not influenced by risk management
Flow rate of receiving surface water: 18.000 m³/day
Other given operational conditions affecting environmental exposure
During the industrial use of the substance, it is assumed that a substantial fraction of the substance reacts/oxidizes during the process (e.g.,
bleaching, use in paper/textile/photographic industry). A minimum fraction of 93% (receiving water: freshwater) and 84% (receiving water:
marine environment) is taken forward in the ES when on-site OR municipal treatment is available. When treated in on-site AND
consequently in municipal treatment, there is no need to take oxidation during the industrial use into account.
Not specified
Technical onsite conditions and measures to reduce or limit discharges, air emissions and releases to soil
Risk management measures related to the environment aim to avoid discharging NaHSO4 solutions into municipal wastewater or to surface
water, in case such discharges are expected to cause significant pH changes regular control of the pH value during introduction into open
waters is required. In general discharges should be carried out such that pH changes in receiving surface waters are minimised (e.g.
through neutralisation). In general most aquatic organisms can tolerate pH values in the range of 6-9. This is also reflected in the description
of standard OECD tests with aquatic organisms. Neutralisation of waste waters and effluent should be widespread (often it is also required
by national legislation).
Organizational measures to prevent/limit release from the site
Not relevant
Conditions and measures related to waste
Solid industrial waste of NaHSO4 should be reused or discharged to the industrial wastewater and further neutralized if needed.
3. Exposure estimation and reference to its source
3.1. Health
Inhalation exposure The exposure estimation tool MEASE was used for the assessment of inhalation exposure.
3.2. Environment
The release to water is calculated based upon the default ERC release factors from the ECHA guidance.
The exposure estimation tool EUSES was used for the assessment of the local environmental concentrations.
4. Guidance to check compliance with the Exposure Scenario
4.1. Health
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Predicted exposures are not expected to exceed the DN(M)EL when the Risk Management Measures/Operational Conditions outlined in
Section 2 are implemented.
Where other Risk Management Measures/Operational Conditions are adopted, then users should ensure that risks are managed to at least
equivalent levels.
DNEL Inhalation: 10 mg/m3
Due to the negligible dermal absorption of sodium hydrogen sulfate, the dermal route is not a relevant exposure path for sodium hydrogen
sulfate and a dermal DNEL has not been derived. Thus, dermal exposure is not assessed in this exposure scenario.
4.2. Environment
Guidance is based on assumed operating conditions which may not be applicable to all sites; thus, scaling may be necessary to define
appropriate site-specific risk management measures.
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Use of the substance as such or in preparation in

Exposure scenario 2
professional settings
Title Use of the substance as such or in preparation in professional settings
SU 22 - Professional uses: Public domain (administration, education, entertainment, services,
Sector of use
craftsmen)
Process category PROC2 - Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure
PROC3 - Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation)
PROC4 - Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises
PROC5 - Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles
(multistage and/ or significant contact)
PROC8a - Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large
containers at non-dedicated facilities
PROC8b - Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large
containers at dedicated facilities
PROC9 - Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including
weighing)
PROC10 - Roller application or brushing
PROC11 - Non industrial spraying
PROC12 - Use of blowing agents in manufacture of foam
PROC13 - Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring
PROC14 - Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation
PROC15 - Use as laboratory reagent
PROC17 - Lubrication at high energy conditions and in partly open process
PROC19 - Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available
PROC21 - Low energy manipulation of substances bound in materials and/ or articles
PROC24 - High (mechanical) energy work-up of substances bound in materials and/ or articles
Product category PC14 - Metal surface treatment products, including galvanic and electroplating products
PC15 - Non-metal-surface treatment products
PC20 - Products such as ph-regulators, flocculants, precipitants, neutralization agents
PC35 - Washing and cleaning products (including solvent based products)
Article category
Environmental release category ERC8a - Wide dispersive indoor use of processing aids in open systems
ERC8b - Wide dispersive indoor use of reactive substances in open systems
ERC8c - Wide dispersive indoor use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix
ERC8d - Wide dispersive outdoor use of processing aids in open systems
ERC8e - Wide dispersive outdoor use of reactive substances in open systems
ERC8f - Wide dispersive outdoor use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix
ERC9a - Wide dispersive indoor use of substances in closed systems
ERC9b - Wide dispersive outdoor use of substances in closed systems
ERC10a - Wide dispersive outdoor use of long-life articles and materials with low release
ERC10b - Wide dispersive outdoor use of long-life articles and materials with high or intended
release (including abrasive processing)
ERC11a - Wide dispersive indoor use of long-life articles and materials with low release
ERC11b - Wide dispersive indoor use of long-life articles and materials with high or intended
release (including abrasive processing)
Processes, tasks, activities covered Use of the substance as such or in preparation in professional settings
2.1. Control of worker exposure
Use amount per worker per day
emission potential.
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
60 min (Due to high level of automatisation and measures at the process level (please see below),
Exposure duration per day
inhalation exposure is negligible and the exposure duration is consequently short.) : PROC 7
Not restricted: All other applicable PROCs
Frequency of exposure Not specified
Emission potential PROC 7: medium
PROC 21, 24: low - high
All other applicable PROCs: very low - low
Physical Form (at time of use) PROC 7: powder
PROC 21,24: Dust
All other applicable PROCs: granules
Dustiness 1% as obtained in rotating drum testing
Concentration of the Substance in
Not restricted (All applicable PROCs)
Mixture/Article
Amount used
emission potential.

Breathing volume 10 m³/d
Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure
Outdoor use / Indoor use Not relevant
Process conditions: Pressure Not relevant
Process temperature Not relevant
Containment PROC 2, 3, 11: closed process
Segregation PROC 2, 3: not required
PROC 11: Spraying in non-industrial settings has to be performed in segregated areas where direct
exposure of the worker is excluded.
Technical conditions and measures to control dispersion from the source towards the worker
Local exhaust All applicable PROCs: Effectiveness : 78 %
Level of separation
PROC 11: Any potentially required separation of workers from the emission source is indicated
above under "Frequency and duration of exposure". A reduction of exposure duration can be
achieved, for example, by the installation of ventilated (positive pressure) control rooms or by
removing the worker from workplaces involved with relevant exposure.
All other applicable PROCs: Separation of workers from the emission source is generally not
required in the conducted processes.
Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure
Good work practice
Avoid inhalation, ingestion and contact with skin and eyes. Advice on general occupational hygiene:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Workers wear protective
clothing. Change working clothes after each work shift. Shower or bathe at the end of working. Do
not smoke. When using do not eat or drink. Do not blow dust off with compressed air.
All applicable PROCs :
Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Effective dust mask.: EN 143, EN 149, FFP2
Effectiveness : APF : 10
Gloves Wear as appropriate: Protective gloves (EN 374)
Protective gloves against thermal risks
Protective gloves against mechanical risks
Eye/face protection Yes
Goggles (EN 166)
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Safety shoes Wear as appropriate

Skin and body protection Wear as appropriate
Not relevant
Annual operating days Continuous use/release
Flow rate of receiving surface water: 18.000 m³/day
Effluent (of the waste water treatment plant) discharge rate: 2000 m³/d
Not specified
Technical onsite conditions and measures to reduce or limit discharges, air emissions and releases to soil
Discharge to an on-site wastewater treatment plant or to a municipal sewage treatment plant is assumed.
Organizational measures to prevent/limit release from the site
Not relevant
Not relevant
3.1. Health
Inhalation exposure The exposure estimation tool MEASE was used for the assessment of inhalation exposure.
3.2. Environment
The release to water is calculated based upon the default ERC release factors from the ECHA guidance.
The exposure estimation tool EUSES was used for the assessment of the local environmental concentrations.
4.1. Health
Predicted exposures are not expected to exceed the DN(M)EL when the Risk Management Measures/Operational Conditions outlined in
Section 2 are implemented.
Where other Risk Management Measures/Operational Conditions are adopted, then users should ensure that risks are managed to at least
equivalent levels.
DNEL Inhalation: 10 mg/m3
Due to the negligible dermal absorption of sodium hydrogen sulfate, the dermal route is not a relevant exposure path for sodium hydrogen
sulfate and a dermal DNEL has not been derived. Thus, dermal exposure is not assessed in this exposure scenario.
4.2. Environment
Guidance is based on assumed operating conditions which may not be applicable to all sites; thus, scaling may be necessary to define
appropriate site-specific risk management measures.
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Exposure scenario 3 Consumer use of cleaning products
Title Consumer use of cleaning products
Sector of use SU 21 - Consumer uses: Private households (= general public = consumers)
Process category
Product category PC35 - Washing and cleaning products (including solvent based products)
Article category
Processes, tasks, activities covered Consumer use of cleaning products
2.1. Control of consumer exposure
Exposure duration per day Acid surface cleaner (l) : 20 min (max)
Acid surface cleaner (s) : 20 min (max)
Toilet cleaner (s) : < 1 min
Frequency of exposure Acid surface cleaner (l) : 7 /week (max)
Acid surface cleaner (s) : 7 /week (max)
Toilet cleaner (s) : 2 /week (max)
Emission potential Not relevant
Physical Form (at time of use) Acid surface cleaner (l) : Liquid
Acid surface cleaner (s) : Solid
Toilet cleaner (s) : Solid
Dustiness Acid surface cleaner (l) : Not relevant
Acid surface cleaner (s) : very low
Toilet cleaner (s) : very low
Concentration of the Substance in Acid surface cleaner (l) : 6%
Mixture/Article Acid surface cleaner (s) : 10%
Toilet cleaner (s) : 80%
Amount used Acid surface cleaner (l) : (Typ) 12g/l; (max) 22g/l
Acid surface cleaner (s) : (max) 8g/l
Toilet cleaner (s) : (Typ) 20g; (max) 30g
Population potentially exposed Adult (BW: 60 kg)
Breathing volume Not relevant
Dermal exposure Acid surface cleaner (l) : Both hands (857,5 cm²)
Acid surface cleaner (s) : Both hands (857,5 cm²)
Toilet cleaner (s) : Only splashes (-)
Other given operational conditions affecting consumers exposure
Indoor/Outdoor Not relevant
Conditions and measures related to information and behavioural advice to consumers
Avoid contact with eyes.
Keep out of reach of children.
In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Wear suitable protective equipment. Safety goggles

Not relevant
Frequency and duration of use Not relevant
Dilution factor (river) Default
Indoor/Outdoor
Conditions and measures related to
Municipal sewage treatment plant (Default size)
municipal sewage treatment plant
external treatment of waste for Not relevant
disposal
Not relevant
external recovery of waste
3.1. Health
Inhalation exposure Qualitative assessment
Oral exposure Qualitative assessment
Inhalation exposure Not relevant (solid)
3.2. Environment
The pH impact due to use of sodium hydrogen sulfate in household cleaning products is expected to be negligible. The influent of a
municipal wastewater treatment plant is often neutralized anyway and sodium hydrogen sulfate may even be used beneficially for pH control
of basic wastewater streams that are treated in biological WWTPs. Since the pH of the influent of municipal treatment plant is circum
neutral, the pH impact is negligible on the receiving environmental compartments, such as surface water, sediment and terrestrial
compartment.

4.1. Health
The DU works inside the boundaries set by the exposure scenario if the substance is either marked as a liquid preparation or in case of a
solid preparation is used as manufactured and not further processed to get smaller particles.
4.2. Environment
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Consumer use of the substance as pH-regulator for

Exposure scenario 4
swimming pools
Title Consumer use of the substance as pH-regulator for swimming pools
Sector of use SU 21 - Consumer uses: Private households (= general public = consumers)
Process category
Product category PC20 - Products such as ph-regulators, flocculants, precipitants, neutralization agents
Article category
ERC8b - Wide dispersive indoor use of reactive substances in open systems
Processes, tasks, activities covered Consumer use of the substance as pH-regulator for swimming pools
2.1. Control of consumer exposure
Exposure duration per day Pouring of granules: 1,33 min
Drop wise application of solution: >1 min-h
Post-application ingestion: 5 - 6h
Frequency of exposure Pouring of granules: 1/week
Drop wise application of solution (s) : 1 /month
Post-application ingestion: Every day
Emission potential Not relevant
Physical Form (at time of use) pH-regulating agents (l) : Liquid
pH-regulating agents (s) : granular
Dustiness pH-regulating agents (l) : Not relevant
pH-regulating agents (s) : very low
Concentration of the Substance in pH-regulating agents (l) : ≤ 50%
Mixture/Article pH-regulating agents (s) : 100%
Amount used pH-regulating agents (l) : 10%
pH-regulating agents (s) : 10g/m³ -> pH = -0,1
Post-application ingestion: 0,05 l/h
Population potentially exposed Pouring of granules: adult (60 kg)
Drop wise application of solution: adult (60 kg)
Post-application ingestion: adult (60 kg) - Child (22 kg)
Breathing volume Not relevant
Dermal exposure Pouring of granules: Palms of both hands (430 cm²)
Drop wise application of solution: Both hands (860 cm²)
Post-application ingestion: (-)
Other given operational conditions affecting consumers exposure
Indoor/Outdoor Not relevant
Skin Layer thickness 0,01 cm
Conditions and measures related to information and behavioural advice to consumers
Avoid contact with eyes.
Keep out of reach of children.
In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
7681-38-1 / 231-548-0 GENT - BELGIUM
Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.
Assure an equal distribution of the salt by running the circulation pump for 4-6h and measure the pH to be in the desired range between 7,0-
7,4 before swimming pool use.
Wear suitable protective equipment. Safety goggles
Not relevant
Frequency and duration of use Not relevant
Dilution factor (river) Default
Indoor/Outdoor
Municipal sewage treatment plant Default
municipal sewage treatment plant
external treatment of waste for Not relevant
disposal
Not relevant
external recovery of waste
3.1. Health
Inhalation exposure Qualitative assessment
Oral exposure Qualitative assessment
Inhalation exposure Not relevant (OC1 - Solid, low dustiness)
3.2. Environment
The pH impact due to use of sodium hydrogen sulfate in household cleaning products is expected to be negligible. The influent of a
municipal wastewater treatment plant is often neutralized anyway and sodium hydrogen sulfate may even be used beneficially for pH control
of basic wastewater streams that are treated in biological WWTPs. Since the pH of the influent of municipal treatment plant is circum
neutral, the pH impact is negligible on the receiving environmental compartments, such as surface water, sediment and terrestrial
compartment.

4.1. Health
4.2. Environment

Safety Data Sheet: SECTION 1: Identification of The Substance/mixture and of The Company/undertaking

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Safety Data Sheet: SECTION 1: Identification of The Substance/mixture and of The Company/undertaking

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Description:

Original Title

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Safety Data Sheet: SECTION 1: Identification of The Substance/mixture and of The Company/undertaking

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Page : 1 / 21

SAFETY DATA SHEET Revision nr : 4

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

1.4. Emergency telephone number

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Full text of H-phrases: see section 16.

2.1.2. Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EC or 1999/45/EC

Full text of R-phrases: see section 16.

2.2. Label elements

2.2.2. Labelling according to Directives (67/548/EC - 1999/45/EC)

2.3. Other hazards

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases: see section 16.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

Ingestion : Do NOT induce vomiting.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.2. Environmental precautions

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

6.4. Reference to other sections

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

PNEC sewage treatment plant : 800 mg/l

8.2. Exposure controls

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

Viscosity : not applicable

9.2. Other information

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.2. Chemical stability

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

10.4. Conditions to avoid

10.5. Incompatible materials

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Sodium hydrogensulphate (7681-38-1)

Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye damage.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

Component : Sodium hydrogensulphate (7681-38-1)

12.2. Persistence and degradability

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

12.6. Other adverse effects

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

SECTION 14: Transport information

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

SECTION 16: Other information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases

ADR = Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses

Life cycle stage covered

Service life for articles.

Consumer use of the

Manufacture and use of the substance as such or in

ERC3 - Formulation in materials

2. Operational conditions and risk management measures

Human factors not influenced by risk management

Use of the substance as such or in preparation in