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Product Name: Sodium Pyruvate
Chemical Formula: C3H3O3Na
Chemical Family: Carboxylic Acid Salts
Synonyms: Pyruvic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS Number: 113-24-6
Manufacturer: Refer to product labeling for supplier information
Uses: Laboratory reagent, cell culture supplement, biochemical research
Emergency Contact: Refer to local/national poison control center or emergency response services
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous by GHS criteria
Physical Hazards: Low risk, not flammable or explosive
Health Hazards: May cause mild skin, eye or respiratory irritation
Environmental Hazards: No specific hazards, but large quantities should not enter waterways
Signal Word: None required
Precautionary Statements: Use good laboratory hygiene practices, minimize dust formation
Chemical Name: Sodium Pyruvate
CAS Number: 113-24-6
Concentration: 98–100%
Impurities/Additives: No hazardous impurities present in significant quantities
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, seek medical advice for irritation
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, seek medical attention for discomfort
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder
Specific Hazards: No special fire or explosion hazard
Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, sodium oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Personal Precautions: Avoid creating dust, wear standard laboratory protective equipment
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large amounts from entering drains, waterways or soil
Clean-up Methods: Sweep or vacuum spillage, transfer to a container for proper disposal, ventilate area
Handling Precautions: Avoid breathing dust, wash hands after handling, keep container tightly closed
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, protect from moisture, keep away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limit known
Engineering Controls: Handle using local exhaust ventilation to minimize dust levels
Personal Protection: Lab coat, gloves, safety glasses as standard PPE
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking after handling the product
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor threshold: Not applicable
pH (1% solution): 6.5–7.5
Melting Point: Decomposes before melting
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Solubility in Water: Highly soluble
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Relative Density: Approximately 1.27 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, sodium oxides upon overheating
Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with strong oxidants and acids
Polymerization: Will not occur
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eye, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity, LD50 oral (rat) estimated over 5,000 mg/kg
Health Symptoms: Dust may cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract
Chronic Effects: No known significant effects or critical hazards from repeated exposure
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA; not expected to be carcinogenic
Mutagenicity: Not expected based on available information
Ecotoxicity: No significant known effects at typical concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in the environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Unlikely to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: High water solubility, likely to move through soil
Other Adverse Effects: Large releases could increase local BOD; avoid discharge in bulk to waterways
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national environmental regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Remove product residues and dispose of containers as chemical waste
Disposal Restrictions: Do not release large quantities to sewers or environment
UN Number: Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not regulated
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Secure containers to prevent spills during transport
OSHA Status: Not hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed in the Toxic Substances Control Act
REACH (EU): Exempt or registered
DSL (Canada): Listed
Other Regulations: Not subject to specific labeling or restrictions in most regions; always follow local regulatory requirements in workplace settings
