Sodium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General advice

- Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

- First aider needs to protect himself.

- Place affected clothing in a sealed bag for subsequent decontamination.

In case of inhalation

- Move to fresh air.

- Keep at rest.

- If breathing is difficult, give oxygen

- Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact

- Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.

- Wash immediately and thoroughly for a prolonged period (at least 15 minutes).

- Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact:

- Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

- Get immediate medical advice/attention.

In case of ingestion:

- Do NOT induce vomiting.

- Do not give anything to drink.

- Get immediate medical advice/ attention.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media

- Powder,

- Foam,

- Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Special exposure hazards in a fire

- Not combustible

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters

- Full protective suit.

- Self-contained breathing apparatus (EN 133)

Specific fire fighting methods

- Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

- Stay upwind.

- Do not inhale fumes.

- Cool containers/tanks with water spray.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

- Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes.

- Only qualified personnel equipped with suitable protective equipment may intervene.

Environmental precautions

- Do not allow uncontrolled discharge of product into the environment.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

- Recovery: Pick up and transfer to properly labelled containers. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

- Neutralization: Cover with dry sodium carbonate. calcium hydroxide

- Decontamination/cleaning: Wash non-recoverable remainder with large amounts of water.

- Disposal: Treat recovered material as described in the section "Disposal considerations".

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

- Provide for appropriate exhaust ventilation and dust collection at machinery.

- Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.

Conditions for storage, including incompatibilities

Storage

- Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place.

- Keep container tightly closed.

- Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

- Keep away from Incompatible products.

- Incompatible products: Strong oxidizing agents

Packaging material

Suitable material: Polyethylene, double Polyethylene bags inside Aluminum thermosealed bags

Unsuitable material: Certain plastic materials.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

2923

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (SODIUM BIS(TRIFLUOROMETHANE)SULFONIMIDE)

Chemical name:

Sodium bis(trifluoromethane)sulfonimide

Language:

English

Class or division:

Class 8: Corrosive substances

Subsidiary hazard(s):

Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances; Division 6.1

Packing group:

Packing group II: Substances presenting medium danger

Labels:

8 - Corrosive
6.1 - Toxic

SpecialProvisions

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

2923

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (SODIUM BIS(TRIFLUOROMETHANE)SULFONIMIDE)

Chemical name:

Sodium bis(trifluoromethane)sulfonimide

Language:

English

Class or division:

Class 8: Corrosive substances

Subsidiary hazard(s):

Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances; Division 6.1

Packing group:

Packing group II: Substances presenting medium danger

Labels:

8 - Corrosive
6.1 - Toxic

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

2923

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (SODIUM BIS(TRIFLUOROMETHANE)SULFONIMIDE)

Chemical name:

Sodium bis(trifluoromethane)sulfonimide

Class or division:

Class 8: Corrosive substances

Subsidiary hazard(s):

Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances; Division 6.1

Packing group:

Packing group II: Substances presenting medium danger

EmS code:

F-A

S-B

Labels:

8 - Corrosive
6.1 - Toxic

Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

2923

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (SODIUM BIS(TRIFLUOROMETHANE)SULFONIMIDE)

Chemical name:

Sodium bis(trifluoromethane)sulfonimide

Class or division:

Class 8: Corrosive substances

Subsidiary hazard(s):

Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances; Division 6.1

Packing group:

Packing group II: Substances presenting medium danger

Labels:

8 - Corrosive
6.1 - Toxic

Remarks

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

Engineering measures:

- Effective exhaust ventilation system.

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection:

- Use a respirator with an approved filter if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary

Hand protection:

- Where there is a risk of contact with hands, use appropriate gloves. Suitable material: PVC

- The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it.

- Gloves must be inspected prior to use.

- Gloves should be discarded and replaced if there is any indication of degradation or chemical breakthrough.

Eye protection

-  Safety goggles

Skin and body protection

- Choose body protection according to the amount and concentration of the dangerous substance at the work place.

- Remove and wash contaminated clothing.

- Protective suit

- Rubber or plastic boots

Hygiene measures

- Emergency equipment immediately accessible, with instructions for use.

- Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

- Regular cleaning of equipment, work area and clothing.

- Use clean, well-maintained personal protection equipment.

- Store personal protection equipment in a clean location away from the work area.

- Keep working clothes separately.

- Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

- Contaminated clothing must never be washed or reused.

- Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

- Shower or bathe at the end of working.

- When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

Environmental exposure controls

- Do not allow uncontrolled discharge of product into the environment.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

- None reasonably foreseeable.

Chemical stability

- Stable at room temperature.

- Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Conditions to avoid

- Avoid dust formation

- Risk of dust explosion

- Keep away from flames and sparks

Incompatible materials

- Materials to avoid: Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products

- Decomposition products: On thermal decomposition (pyrolysis) releases hydrofluoric acid, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Sulphur oxides, Carbon oxides (CO + CO2)

Disposal considerations

Product Disposal

- The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil

Advice on cleaning and disposal of packaging:

- Thoroughly empty the packaging prior to incineration.

- Must be incinerated in a suitable incineration plant holding a permit delivered by the competent authorities.

- Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.