MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: Product Name: Caustic Soda Solution, 50% Trade Name: Same Chemical Formula: NaOH Emergency Phone Number: (519) 895-6332

Product Use: Pulp & Paper, Food Processing, Metal Finishing, Industrial Cleaners Supplier Name & Address: FLOCHEM LTD. R.R. #7 Guelph, ON, N1H 6J4

Manufacturer Name & Address: DOW CHEMICAL CANADA P.O. Box 1012 Sarnia, Ontario

Effective Date: May 23, 2002

Synonyms: Sodium Hydroxide Solution

SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION INGREDIENTS: Ingredients Sodium Hydroxide Sodium Chloride Water CAS# 001310-73-2 007647-14-5 007732-18-5 Wt% 49-51% 1% Max BAL

SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION: MAY CAUSE BURNS OR DAMAGE TO THE EYES. DO NOT INHALE VAPOURS OR MIST. WILL REACT VIOLENTLY WITH WATER. Route of Entry: Eye: May cause severe irritation with corneal injury, which may result in permanent impairment of vision, even blindness. Mists may cause eye irritation. Skin: Short single exposure may cause severe skin burns. A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in absorption of harmful amounts. Ingestion: May cause severe burns of the mouth and throat. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation or ulceration. Inhalation: Mists may cause severe irritation of the upper respiratory tract (nose and throat). (See Section 11 for Toxicological Information)

SECTION 4 - FIRST AID: Eye: Wash eyes immediately and continuously with a fresh stream of running water, holding eyelid open, for a minimum of 15 minutes. Seek medical attention immediately. Skin: Flush affected area with cool, running water. Remove contaminated clothing and launder prior to reuse. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Give large amounts of water or milk if available and transport to medical facility. Seek medical attention immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air if effects occur. Administer oxygen, or artificial respiration if breathing stops. Consult a physician immediately. Note to Physician: Treat for clinical symptoms. No specialized procedures. SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES: Non-Flammable / Non-Combustible Flash Point: None Autoignition: Not applicable Flammability Limits: Other Flammability Information: Product reacts with water. May produce exothermic reaction. Extinguishing Media: Use water spray to extinguish fire and cool containers. Fire Fighting Instructions: This material does not burn. Use agents appropriate for surrounding fire. SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES: Eliminate all sources of ignition. Dike spills immediately and ventilate area of spill or leak. Neutralize small spills of Caustic Soda with absorbent material and place in containers for disposal. For large spills, contain material to prevent contamination of soil, surface water or ground water and pump into containers for disposal. Prevent entry into waterways and do not flush to Sewer. DO NOT APPLY WATER. Reacts strongly with acids and water.

SECTION 7 - HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Will react violently with acids and other organic chemicals. Add products gradually, while stirring constantly. If product concentrates at the bottom of mixing vessel, heat may be generated and violent explosion can occur. Always wear protective clothing. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapours. Storage: Store away from incompatible materials. Store in a dry place. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use. Do not store in aluminum containers or use aluminum fittings and/or transfer lines. SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Engineering Controls: Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne levels below the exposure guidelines. No special ventilation is required under normal use. Eye/Face Protection: Use chemical goggles. Wear a face-shield, which allows use of chemical goggles, or wear a full-face respirator to protect face and eyes when there is any likelihood of splashes. Eye wash fountain should be located in immediate work area. Skin Protection: Use protective clothing impervious to this material. Selection of specific items such as face shield, gloves, boots, apron, or full-bodysuit will depend on operation. Safety shower should be located in immediate work area. Remove contaminated clothing immediately, wash skin area with soap and water, and launder clothing before reuse. Contaminated leather items, such as shoes, belts and watchbands, should be removed and destroyed. Respiratory Protection: None required under normal, ventilated conditions. If respiratory irritation is experienced, use an approved airpurifying respirator. SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL PROPERTIES: Physical State: Liquid Appearance: Clear liquid Vapour Press: mmHg, 13@ 60C Boiling Point: Approximately 145C Specific Gravity: @ 15.6C - 1.52 g/ml pH: 14 SECTION 10 - STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions. Conditions to Avoid: Avoid temperature below 85F. Incompatibility with other Materials: Heat is generated when mixed with water. Spattering and boiling can occur. Hazardous Polymerization will not occur. No hazardous decomposition products. SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
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Density: Lb./Gallon 12.76 Odour: Odourless Vapour Density: Not applicable Solubility in Water: Completely Soluble Freezing Point: Approximately 14C Sol. In H2O % by weight: 100

This product is corrosive and alkaline. Avoid excessive exposure and contact. Short-Term Exposure May Cause: Exposure to vapour, mist or liquid can produce burns of the respiratory tract. Contact with eyes can damage sight, cause burns and the possibility of blindness. Product is corrosive to skin will cause burns and tissue damage, Especially with prolonged or excessive exposure. Highly corrosive when ingested. SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS: This product is slightly toxic to aquatic life. Unlikely to bioaccumulate. Ecotoxicity: Material is slightly toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute basis (LC50 between 10 and 100 mg/L in most sensitive species). May cause pH shifts outside the range of 5-10; this change may be toxic to aquatic organisms. SECTION 13- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Do not dump into any sewers, on the ground or into any body of water. All disposal methods must be in compliance with all Federal, /Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the waste generator. For unused & uncontaminated product, the preferred options include sending to a licensed, permitted: recycler. SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION: Canadian Classification Information:

TDG Regulated under PIN # UN1824, Class 8, Packing Group II

SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION:

W.H.M.I.S. Class: D1B, E

SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION:
Disclaimer: THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS BASED ON DATA CONSIDERED TO THE BEST OF OUR KNOWLEDGE, TO BE ACCURATE. HOWEVER, NO WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF THIS DATA OR THE RESULTS OBTAINED FROM THE USE THEREOF. Prepared by: FLOCHEM LTD. Regulatory Department: (519) 763-5441

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