Product Name: Sodium Phenoxide
Other Names: Sodium phenate, Phenol sodium salt
Chemical Formula: C6H5ONa
CAS Number: 139-02-6
Recommended Use: Intermediate in organic synthesis, laboratory reagent, dye and pharmaceutical manufacturing
Manufacturer Contact: Emergency phone, address, email or website provided on container or product information sheet
Emergency Numbers: Chemtrec or regional hazardous material services
Classification: Corrosive to eyes and skin, Toxic if swallowed, Harmful by inhalation and skin absorption
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, May cause respiratory tract irritation, Acute toxicity via oral route
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area, Wash hands thoroughly after handling, Wear protective equipment like gloves and eye protection
Hazard Symbols: Corrosive, Acute Toxicity, Irritant
Chemical Name: Sodium Phenoxide
Concentration: Typically 99% or greater
Impurities: Water, phenol, sodium hydroxide in trace amounts
Molecular Weight: 116.09 g/mol
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, seek immediate medical attention
Eye Contact: Flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids to ensure complete irrigation, get prompt medical help
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing becomes difficult, consult physician
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, provide plenty of water, never induce vomiting, seek urgent medical advice
Notes for Physician: Treat symptomatically for chemical burns and respiratory irritation, phenol poisoning may require specific treatment like activated charcoal
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide for small fires
Special Hazards: Releases toxic gases like carbon monoxide, sodium oxides, phenol vapors on decomposition
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective suit
Firefighting Procedures: Cool containers with water spray, avoid run-off, stay upwind of fire
Combustion Products: Phenol, sodium compounds, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide
Personal Precautions: Wear chemical resistant gloves, goggles, impervious clothing, respirator if dust generation is likely
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains, watercourses or soil, alert authorities for significant spills
Containment Methods: Sweep up and place in suitable labeled container for disposal, avoid dry sweeping dusty residue
Clean-up: Ventilate affected area, wash spill site after removal procedures are complete
Handling: Use only in chemical fume hood or well-ventilated area, do not breathe dust, avoid contact with eyes, skin, clothing
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands after use, do not eat, drink, or smoke during handling
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed, corrosion-resistant containers, keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from acids and oxidizers
Special Requirements: Segregate from incompatible materials, protect from moisture and air exposure to avoid degradation
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, safety shower and eyewash stations nearby
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established specifically for sodium phenoxide, phenol OSHA PEL: 5 ppm; ACGIH TLV: 5 ppm
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, face shield, protective clothing, respiratory protection against dust/mist
Hygiene Measures: Change contaminated clothing, keep work area clean, wash thoroughly after handling
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Phenolic or medicinal odor
pH: Alkaline in aqueous solution
Melting Point: 40-44°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohol
Density: 1.5 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Not significant at room temperature
Viscosity: Not applicable
Flash Point: >100°C (not highly flammable)
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions, reacts with acids, oxidizing agents
Reactivity: Forms phenol and sodium hydroxide on exposure to acids or moisture
Hazardous Reactions: Violent reactions with strong oxidizers, acids, halogens
Hazardous Decomposition: Toxic fumes of phenol, carbon oxides, sodium compounds
Conditions to Avoid: High humidity, contact with acids, heat, flame
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Effects: Burns to skin and eyes, respiratory tract irritation, systemic toxicity similar to phenol poisoning
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure may damage liver, kidneys, central nervous system
LD50 (oral, rat): Estimated 600-1200 mg/kg (based on phenol data)
Symptoms: Headache, dizziness, nausea, abdominal pain, convulsions, collapse in severe cases
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP or OSHA; phenol component not classifiable as carcinogen
Aquatic Toxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Mobility: Readily soluble, potential for leaching into soil and groundwater
Persistence and Degradability: Not rapidly biodegradable
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low to moderate, can enter food chain
Other Effects: Large spills increase biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) in water, disrupt ecosystems
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of through licensed hazardous waste contractor
Disposal Containers: Use sealed, labeled containers compatible with corrosive solid wastes
Regulations: Follow national, state, and local laws for hazardous chemical disposal
Special Precautions: Do not dispose to environment or sewers, avoid dust generation during transfer
UN Number: 2923
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive solid, toxic, organic, n.o.s. (Sodium Phenoxide)
Transport Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive), 6.1 (Toxic)
Packing Group: II
Label: Corrosive, Toxic
Transport Precautions: Protect from physical damage, moisture, secure against overturning, segregate from food and feedstuffs
Marine Pollutant: May apply depending on jurisdiction
OSHA Hazard Communication: Listed as hazardous
SARA 313: Not specifically listed, phenol component subject to reporting
TSCA Inventory: Listed
REACH: Registered under European chemical laws
State Regulations: Included in hazardous substances lists in several states; California Proposition 65 not listed
Other Regulations: Workplace exposure controls required, environmental release reporting thresholds apply for significant spills
