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Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda / Abrasive)

CAS: 144-55-8 Category: Cleaners ⚠ WARNING
Also known as: Baking soda, NaHCO3, Bicarbonate of soda, Sodium hydrogen carbonate

Quick Facts

CAS Number144-55-8
Signal WordWARNING
GHS Hazard Classesharmful
NFPA RatingHealth: 1 / Flammability: 0 / Reactivity: 0
Common NamesBaking soda, NaHCO3, Bicarbonate of soda, Sodium hydrogen carbonate
PubChem CID516892

Hazard Summary

⚠ WARNING: Very low hazard. Dust causes eye and mild respiratory irritation. Used as abrasive blasting media and fire extinguishing agent. Reacts with acids to produce CO2.

GHS Hazard Pictograms

⚠ Harmful/Irritant

Hazard Statements (H-codes)

H319 – Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements (P-codes)

P264 – Wash hands after use
P305+P351+P338 – IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for 15 min

First Aid Measures (Section 4)

👁 Eye Contact
Flush with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
🖐 Skin Contact
Wash with soap and water. Generally non-irritating.
🫁 Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Dust may cause mild irritation.
🫦 Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Low hazard — large quantities may cause GI upset. Call Poison Control if concerned.

Storage & Handling

🔒 Storage & Handling: Cool, dry location away from acids and moisture.

PPE Requirements

Safety glasses for dusty operations
Dust mask when handling bulk quantities
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