| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. For small fires, use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or chemical foam. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Wash hands before eating. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Poison Class] 4 | |
| [Appearance] odorless colorless to white solid | |
| [Melting Point] 610 | |
| [Density] 1.878 g/cm3 (1516.5 C) | |
| [Usage] Improves efficiency of the developing process in photographic work. | |
| [Product Name] Metaphosphoric acid hexasodium salt | |
| [Synonyms] Calgon Graham's salt Metaphosphoric acid (H6P6O18), hexasodium salt Polyphos Sodium metaphosphate | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_10124-56-8.htm">10124-56-8 | |
| [Formula] Na6O18P6 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 456.9 | |
| [EINECS] 233-343-1 | |
| [RTECS] OY3675000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 133596 (G) | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] No data available. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Oxides of phosphorus, toxic fumes of sodium oxide. |
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