| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2782 |
| Health: | 3 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 2 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Sulfuric Acid Reagent A.C.S. |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | H2SO4 |
| RTECS: | WS5600000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 7664-93-9 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Sulfuric Acid | CAS# 7664-93-9 | 100% | W/W | OSHA TWA 1 mg/mƒ, ACGIH STEL 3 ppm |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Causes severe irritation and burns. May be harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Causes severe irritation and burns. May be harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Wash exposed area with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Dry Chemical |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Reacts at extreme temperatures with violent decomposition. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Absorb spill with inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. Neutralize with soda ash a weak base.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Wear appropriate NIOSH/MSHA-Approved respirator, Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles. Do not breath vapor. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | Information not available | Specific Gravity | 1.84
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| Boiling Point: | 534 - 590°C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | <5 |
| Vapor Pressure: | Information not available |
Evaporation Rate: | Not Applicable |
| Vapor Density: |
Information not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
Not Applicable |
| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not Applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Colorless to slight yellow turbid liquid |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not Applicable |
| Flash Point: |
Not flammable |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not Applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures |
Materials to Avoid:
Water, metals, organic compounds, bases. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Toxic oxides of sulfur |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Conditions aggravated/target organs: Persons with pre-existing skin, respiratory and eye disorders are more susceptible. Corrosive! Acute: Severe irritation and burns to skin, eyes, lungs, and GI tract. Chronic: Dermatitis, eye damage. Strong inorganic acid mists of sulfuric acid can cause cancer of the larynx. TOXIC! |
| DOT Classification: Sulfuric Acid, 8, UN1830, PG II |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0.1 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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