Sodium monoxide

Agent Name
Sodium monoxide
CAS Number
12401-86-4
Formula
Na-O
Major Category
Metals
Sodium monoxide formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Sodium oxide; [ChemIDplus] Monoxyde de sodium (French DOT); Monoxido de sodio (Spanish DOT); [CAMEO] UN1825
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
White solid; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used to make other chemicals; [CAMEO]
Comments
Reacts vigorously with water evolving sodium hydroxide and heat; Corrosive to tissue; [CAMEO] Reacts violently with water; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Spectrum MSDS]
Biomedical References
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Adverse Effects

Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

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