TSI MSDS Number 1033617 Rev B Effective Date: May 3, 2008

TSI Incorporated
500 Cardigan Road
Shoreview, MN 55126-3996
Material Safety Data Sheet

1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

Chemical Product Name Sodium Chloride (Salt)

Chemical Family Alkali Metal/Halide
Chemical Name Sodium Chloride
INCI Name SODIUM CHLORIDE
INN Name sodium chloride
Formula NaCl
Molecular Weight 58.44
Commercial Name Pretzel M Salt, Pretzel I Salt, Alberger® Coarse Topping Salt,
Alberger Flake Salt, Alberger Special Flake Salt, Alberger Fine Flake
Salt, U.S.P. Grade Sodium Chloride, CMF® Evaporated Salt, Food
Grade Salt Bricks, Hi-Grade Plus Evaporated Salt, Hi-Grade
Evaporated Salt, Fine Blending Evaporated Salt - Untreated,
Natural Fine Blending Sea Salt, Sea Salt Extra Coarse Topping, Sea
Salt Coarse Topping, Sea Salt Tablets, Plain Salt Tablets, North
Pacific Boat and Shore Salt, Sea Salt Grinder, Purified Sea Salt –
Untreated, Brinemaker’s Select Sea Salt

All non-emergency 24-hour Emergency Telephone Numbers

questions should be CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300, Outside US and Canada (703) 527-3887
directed to TSI Customer
Service (1-800-874-2811) Note: CHEMTREC number to be used only in the event of chemical
for assistance. emergencies involving a spill, leak, fire, exposure or accident involving
chemicals.

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Description
White crystalline solid

Ingredient Name
CAS Number Exposure Limits Concentration (%)
Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5 100

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

None – GRAS Substance (Generally Recognized As Safe)

Potential Health Effects

Route(s) Of Entry: Ingestion, skin/eye contact, inhalation.

Human Effects and Symptoms of Overexposure:

Acute Inhalation: Irritation of the respiratory tract.

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 Chronic Inhalation: No applicable information found for chronic system effects.

Acute Skin Contact: Large amounts can cause irritation, and, if applied to damaged skin,
absorption can occur with effects similar to those via ingestion.

Chronic Skin Contact: No applicable information found for chronic system effects.

Acute Eye Contact: Irritation with burning and tearing (salt concentrations greater than the
normal saline present).

Chronic Eye Contact: No applicable information found for chronic systemic effects.

Acute Ingestion: Intake of large amounts has generally occurred for deliberate reasons: suicide,
absorption, and to induce vomiting. The following effects were observed; nausea and vomiting,
diarrhea, cramps, restlessness, irritability, dehydration, water retention, nose bleed,
gastrointestinal tract damage, fever, sweating, sunken eyes, high blood pressure, muscle
weakness, dry mouth and nose, shock, cerebral edema (fluid on brain), pulmonary edema (fluid
in lungs), blood cell shrinkage, and brain damage (due to dehydration of brain cells). Death is
generally due to cardiovascular collapse or CNS damage. Less than a few grams would not be
harmful. For larger quantities, drink large amounts of water or milk.

Chronic Ingestion: No applicable information found for chronic systemic effects.

Carcinogenicity
NTP: Not listed as carcinogen or mutagen.
IARC: Not listed as carcinogen or mutagen.
OSHA: Not listed as carcinogen or mutagen.

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: In some cases of confirmed hypertension,

ingestion may result in elevated blood pressure.

HMIS Health: 1, Flammability: 0, Reactivity: 0, Protective Equipment: A

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

First Aid for Eyes: For eye contact, flush with water immediately, lifting eyelids occasionally.

First Aid for Skin: Remove clothing from affected area. Wash skin thoroughly. Rinse carefully.

First Aid for Inhalation: If person breathes large quantities, remove to fresh air at once. If
breathing stops, apply artificial respiration immediately.

First Aid for Ingestion: Less than a few grams would not be harmful. For larger quantities, drink
large amounts of water or milk.

5. FIRE AND MEASURES

Flash Point: N/A

Extinguishing Media: N/A. This product is nonflammable.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: N/A

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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Spill or Leak Procedures: Contain spills to prevent contamination of water supply or sanitary
sewer system. Vacuum or sweep into containers for proper disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Storage Temperature (min./max.): Avoid humid or wet conditions as product will cake and
become hard.

Special Sensitivity: Avoid contact with strong acids.

Handling and Storage Precautions: Becomes hygroscopic at 75% relative humidity.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Eye Protection Requirements: Eyeglasses or goggles should be worn in dusty areas.

Skin Protection Requirements: Protective clothing may be worn in dusty areas, but is generally
not required.

Respiratory/Ventilation Requirements: NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator for particulates.

Exposure Limits: Not listed.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical Form: White crystalline solid with slight halogen odor.

Color: White to opaque.

Odor: Halogen odor when heated.

Boiling Point (760mm Hg)(°C): 1465

Melting Point/Freezing Point (°C): 801

pH: 4.0 – 9.0

Solubility in Water (g/cc)(%): 26.4

Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): 2.16

Bulk Density (lbs./ft3): 35-83

% Volatile by Weight: N/A

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg/747°C): 2.4

Vapor Density (Air=1): N/A

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10. REACTIVITY

Stability: Stable

Incompatibilities: Avoid contact with strong acids. Becomes corrosive to metals when wet.

Decomposition Products: May evolve chlorine gas when in contact with strong acids.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Description: Not listed.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity: Not listed.

Environmental Degradation: Not listed.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Method: Follow applicable Federal, state, and local regulations.

14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

D.O.T. Shipping Name: Not listed.

Technical Shipping Name: Not listed.

D.O.T. Hazard Class: Not listed.

U.N./N.A. Number: Not listed.

Product Rq (lbs.): N/A

D.O.T. Label: Not listed.

D.O.T. Placard: N/A

Freight Class Bulk: N/A

Freight Class Package: N/A

Product Label: N/A

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

OSHA Status: Not listed.

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 TSCA Status: Listed as non-hazardous.

CERCLA Reportable Quantity SARA Title III

Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: Not listed.

Section 311/312 Hazard Categories: Not listed.

Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: Not listed.

RCRA Status: Not listed.

EINECS Number: 231-598-3

ENCS Number: 1-236

ECL Serial Number: KE-31387

SWISS Number: G-2580

HMIS Rating: 1 0 0 A

State Regulatory Information

Company Name/Cas Number Concentration State Code

N/A

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Reason for Issue: Regulatory compliance.

Prepared by: TSI Continuation Engineering

Disclaimer:

TSI INCORPORATED provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no
representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a
guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person
using this product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent
judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose.

TSI INCORPORATED MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER

EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE
INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATIONS
REFERS. ACCORDINGLY, TSI INCORPORATED WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS INFORMATION.