Dust entry

Sodium metabisulfite dust

Airborne particulate from sodium metabisulfite handling and processing.

Airborne form

dust

The form describes what is suspended in air at the point of exposure. A material can produce more than one form, such as dust during handling and fume during heating.

Health effects

eye irritationskin irritationmucous-membrane irritationrespiratory irritation

Evidence

NIOSH lists inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact routes for sodium metabisulfite and reports irritation of the eyes, skin, and mucous membranes; target organs are eyes, skin, and respiratory system.

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Symptoms and target organs · 1

Exposure Routes: inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact. Symptoms: irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane. Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory system.

Controls

enclosed chemical handling
local exhaust ventilation
exposure monitoring
skin and eye protection
appropriate particulate respiratory protection