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SODIUM 2-MERCAPTOBENZOTHIAZOL SOLUTION

8 - Corrosive

Chemical Identifiers

CAS Number UN/NA Number DOT Hazard Label USCG CHRIS Code
  • 2492-26-4
  • 1760
  • Corrosive
  • SMB
NIOSH Pocket Guide International Chem Safety Card
none none
NFPA 704
data unavailable
General Description
An amber liquid with an odor of old rubber. A 50% aqueous solution. Denser than water. (USCG, 1999)

Hazards

Reactivity Alerts
none
Air & Water Reactions
Sensitive to prolonged exposure to air. Water soluble.
Fire Hazard
Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Contain very toxic fumes of SOx, NOx, and Na 2 O.

Behavior in Fire: May decompose at elevated temperatures to yield toxic fumes. (USCG, 1999)
Health Hazard
Contact with moisture in the body by inhalation may yield sodium hydroxide (corrosive) and 2-mercaptabenzothiazole, an irritant. Contact with the eyes caused opacity or ulceration of the cornea, inflammation of the iris, redness and swelling of the conjunctiva and partial eversion of the eye lids, and destruction or irreversible tissue change in 24 hours or less (rabbit). A dose of 2,500 mg/kg applied to the skin caused severe depression, cold extremities, appetite loss; 4 of 10 died. Exposure of the skin to 1,250 mg/kg caused a severe degree of skin injury. The skin was burned in 24 hours with formation of hard eschar at 1-2 weeks; 1 of 10 rabbits died. Ingestion caused tremors, convulsions, severe depression and hemaluria in male rats. Ingestion of 312.5 mg/kg: 1 of 5 male rats die on day 2; 625 mg/kg: 2 of 5 died within 3-5 minutes; 1,250 mg/kg: 3 of 5 died within 3-5 minutes; 2,500 mg/kg: 100% mortality within 3-5 minutes. Hemorrhage of the stomach occurred in all rats that died. (USCG, 1999)
Reactivity Profile
SODIUM 2-MERCAPTOBENZOTHIAZOL reacts vigorously with oxidizing materials (e.g. hydroperoxides). Liberates heat in contact with strong mineral acids or acid fumes (NTP, 1992).
Belongs to the Following Reactive Group(s)
Potentially Incompatible Absorbents

No information available.

Response Recommendations

Isolation and Evacuation
Excerpt from 154 Polymerizable warning [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Non-Combustible)]:

IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE: Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids.

SPILL: Increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind direction, as necessary.

FIRE: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2020)
Firefighting
Fire Extinguishing Agents: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemicals, foam on nearby fires. (USCG, 1999)
Non-Fire Response
SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you should spill this chemical, use absorbent paper to pick up all liquid spill material. Seal the absorbent paper, as well as any of your clothing which may be contaminated, in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash any surfaces you may have contaminated with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should keep this material in a tightly closed container under an inert atmosphere, and store it at refrigerated temperatures. Protect from exposure to oxidizing materials and acids. (NTP, 1992)
Protective Clothing
For spills of aqueous solutions-wear splash-proof goggles, respirator, and protective rubber clothing. Firefighters should wear full protective clothing and self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus. (USCG, 1999)
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First Aid
EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital for treatment after washing the affected areas.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Corrosive chemicals will destroy the membranes of the mouth, throat, and esophagus and, in addition, have a high risk of being aspirated into the victim's lungs during vomiting which increases the medical problems. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Transport the victim IMMEDIATELY to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

Physical Properties

Chemical Formula:
  • NaC7H4NS2 (aqueous)
Flash Point: greater than 200°F (NTP, 1992)
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): data unavailable
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): data unavailable
Autoignition Temperature: data unavailable
Melting Point: 21°F (NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure: 24 mmHg at 77°F (NTP, 1992)
Vapor Density (Relative to Air): data unavailable
Specific Gravity: 1.25 to 1.28 at 77°F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point: 217°F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Molecular Weight: 189.23 (NTP, 1992)
Water Solubility: greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 68°F (NTP, 1992)
Ionization Energy/Potential: data unavailable
IDLH: data unavailable

AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)

No AEGL information available.

ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)

No ERPG information available.

PACs (Protective Action Criteria)

No PAC information available.

Regulatory Information

EPA Consolidated List of Lists

No regulatory information available.

CISA Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)

No regulatory information available.

OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List

No regulatory information available.

Alternate Chemical Names