Sodium perchlorate monohydrate
Agent Name
Sodium perchlorate monohydrate
CAS Number
7791-07-3
Formula
Cl-O4.Na.H2-O
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Perchloric acid, sodium salt, monohydrate; [ChemIDplus] UN1502
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
White deliquescent solid; [Merck Index] White highly hygroscopic crystals; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used in the explosives industry; Also used as an electrolyte, oxidimetric standard, and thyroid inhibitor; [Merck Index]
Comments
A strong oxidizer that may cause fire or explosion; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Sodium perchlorate." See "PERCHLORATES."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Sodium perchlorate."
Adverse Effects
Methemoglobinemia
MetHgb is secondary toxic effect
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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