Sodium Peroxide Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Sodium Peroxide (Na2O2). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Non-flammableNon-Flammable Storage

Chemical formula

About Sodium Peroxide

Sodium peroxide is an inorganic compound with the formula Na₂O₂. This yellowish solid is the product of sodium ignited in excess oxygen. It is a strong base.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Oxidizing solids Category 1
Storage category
Non-Flammable Storage
Flammable
No
Flash point
See SDS
Storage temperature
Store at +15°C to +25°C.
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Conditions to Avoid Exposure to moist air or water. Incompatible products. Excess heat. Combustiblematerial.Incompatible Materials Organic materials, Strong oxidizing agents, Acid anhydrides, Metals, copper, Carbondioxide (CO2), Reducing Agent, Strong reducing agents, Combustible materia

Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 A Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Corrosive to metals Category 1

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Sodium Peroxide

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Sodium Peroxide (Na2O2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: Suitable Extinguishing Media Carbon dioxide (CO 2). Dry chemical. Dry sand.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Sodium Peroxide should account for its listed hazards (Oxidizing solids Category 1), climate control needs (Store at +15°C to +25°C.), and segregation requirements. Conditions to Avoid Exposure to moist air or water. Incompatible products. Excess heat. Combustiblematerial.Incompatible Materials Organic materials, Strong oxidizing agents, Acid anhydrides, Metals, copper, Carbondioxide (CO2), Reducing Agent, Strong reducing agents, Combustible materia

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Melting Point/Range 460 °C / 860 °F

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Sodium Peroxide

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChemical Storage Shipping

    BoxSAFE CX

    • Non Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft x 8' 5"
    • 50 Qty 55 Gallon Drums
    • 9 Pallets or Totes
    • 302 Square Feet storage
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rated

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rate

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 20 ft
    • 27 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Sodium Peroxide be stored?

Store Sodium Peroxide in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Oxidizing solids Category 1). Climate range guidance: Store at +15°C to +25°C.. Compatibility notes: Conditions to Avoid Exposure to moist air or water. Incompatible products. Excess heat. Combustiblematerial.Incompatible Materials Organic materials, Strong oxidizing agents, Acid anhydrides, Metals, copper, Carbondioxide (CO2), Reducing Agent, Strong reducing agents, Combustible materia US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Sodium Peroxide flammable?

Sodium Peroxide is not flagged as flammable in this database (No). Still verify the SDS and store in compliant containment for its listed hazard class.

What hazard class is Sodium Peroxide?

Sodium Peroxide is listed as: Oxidizing solids Category 1. Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 A Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Corrosive to metals Category 1

What fire suppression is recommended for Sodium Peroxide?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Sodium Peroxide (Na2O2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Sodium Peroxide storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Sodium Peroxide. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.