sodium hydroxide; caustic soda
See how the hazards of sodium hydroxide; caustic soda combine into label elements for your jurisdiction (EU CLP, GB CLP, OSHA HazCom) — the correct pictograms, signal word and H-statements, with CLP Article 26 precedence applied and explained.
Handling and Storage Guidance for sodium hydroxide; caustic soda
sodium hydroxide; caustic soda is corrosive to skin, eyes, or metals. Store in acid-resistant or alkali-resistant cabinets as appropriate. Do not store in metal containers. Secondary containment (drip trays) is required. Segregate from incompatible substances such as strong oxidisers.
This substance carries the signal word DANGER, indicating the more severe hazard categories under GHS/CLP. Facilities handling sodium hydroxide; caustic soda should ensure a written hazard communication programme, including current SDS, employee training records, and GHS-compliant labelling on all containers.
This information is provided for reference only. Always consult the official Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and applicable national regulations before handling this substance.
The GHS classification shown above for sodium hydroxide; caustic soda corresponds to Section 2 of its Safety Data Sheet. Learn how a compliant 16-section SDS is structured and authored.