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Material Safety Data SheetPage 1 of 3
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200 William Pitt Way, Pittsburgh, PA15238Date prepared on: 10/19/09
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Section I: Product Identification
CATALOG NUMBER: REATI98849 / PRODUCT NAME: 2.5 N Sulfuric AcidSection II: Composition/Information on Ingredients
Chemical Name / CAS Reg. No. / OSHA PEL (TWA) / % Composition*Sulfuric Acid / 7664-93-9 / TWA 1 mg/m3 / 6.9%
Water / 7732-18-5 / none / >93%
* components are calculated on a weight /weight basis.
Section III – Hazards Identification
ROUTES OF ENTRY
/ Inhalation? Yes / Skin? Yes / Ingestion? YesHEALTH HAZARDS (Acute and Chronic): ACUTE – Eye: causes severe eye irritation or burns. Skin: Causes skin irritation or burns. Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal tract irritation or burns with pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and shock. Inhalation: Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May cause irritation of upper respiratory tract with coughing, burns, breathing difficulty, and possible coma. CHRONIC – Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
COMPONENTS LISTED AS CARCINOGENS OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGENS: Strong inorganic acids mists containing sulfuric acid are considered to be carcinogenic by ACGIH, NTP, IARC, and the State of California.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: Irritation and/or burns of eyes, skin, digestive tract, and upper respiratory tract.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Skin conditions, respiratory conditions.
Section IV – First Aid Measures
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES: Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid immediately. Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Discard contaminated clothing in a manner which limits further exposure. Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.Section V- Fire-Fighting Measures
FLASH POINT (Method used): Not Flammable / AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable / FLAMMABLE LIMITS / LEL N/A / UEL N/AEXTINGUISHING MEDIA: nonflammable: use agent most appropriate for surrounding fire
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH, and full protective gear. Use water spray to keep exposed containers cool
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None
Section VI – Accidental Release Measures
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Absorb with inert material, then place in a chemical waste container.WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section VII – Handling and Storage
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Store at room temperature, capped.OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Use proper personal protective equipment.
Section VIII – Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (Please specify): Follow OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1010.134 when necessary.VENTILATION: Provide local exhaust or general dilution ventilation.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Wear appropriate gloves. / EYE PROTECTION: Wear appropriate protective glasses or chemical safety goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: None
EMERGENCY WASH FACILITIES: Provide an eye-wash fountain in work area.
Section IX – Physical/Chemical Characteristics
BOILING POINT: Not available / VAPOR DENSITY: Not available / SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.06VAPOR PRESSURE: Not available / SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble / APPEARANCE/ODOR: Clear, colorless liquid
Section X – Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY: / Unstable □ / Stable ■ / Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, bases.INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid):
Reacts with metals to form corresponding sulfate salts. Sulfuric acid reacts vigorously with many organic and inorganic compounds.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Oxides of sulfur.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: / May Occur □ / Will Not Occur ■ / Conditions to Avoid: None
Section XI – Toxicological Information
RTECS:CAS# 7664-93-9: WS5600000
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 / LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7664-93-9: Oral, rat: LD50 = 2140 mg/kg; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 510 mg/m3/2H
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 >90 ml/kg
TERATOGENICITY, EMBRYOTOXICITY, REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
MUTAGENICITY:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information. / NEUROTOXICITY:
None.
CARCINOGENICITY (Listed by): / ACGIH ■ / IARC ■ / NTP ■ / OSHA □ / CA Proposition 65 ■
Section XII – Ecological Information
ECOTOXICITY:Fish: Bluegill/Sunfish: 49 mg/L; 48Hr; TLm (tap water @ 20C); Fish: Bluegill/Sunfish: 24.5 ppm; 48Hr; TLm (fresh water)OTHER: None.
Section XIII – Disposal Considerations
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.Section XIV- Transport Information
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Sulfuric AcidHAZARD CLASS, UN NUMBER, PACKING GROUP: 8, UN2796, PGII
Section XV – Regulatory Information
TSCA:All chemicals in this product are listed. / SARA REPORTABLE QUANTITIES:
CAS# 7664-93-9: 1000 lb. final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
CERCLA/SARA SECTION 313:
CAS# 7664-93-9 is listed. / OSHA – HIGHLY HAZARDOUS:
Not listed.
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW:
CAS# 7664-93-9 is listed by the following states: California, Delaware, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Washington, Wisconsin.
CANADIAN DSL:
All chemicals in this product are listed. / CANADIAN INGREDIENT DISCLOSURE LIST:
Sulfuric acid is listed.
WHMIS CLASS:
D2A, E – Carcinogenic, corrosive material
The information stated in this Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is believed to be correct on the date of publication and must not be considered all conclusive. The information has been obtained only by a search of available literature and is only a guide for handling the chemicals. Persons not specifically and properly trained should not handle this chemical or its container. This MSDS is provided without warranty expressed or implied, including merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
This product is furnished for laboratory use ONLY! Our standards may not be used as drugs, cosmetics, agricultural or pesticide products, food additives or as household chemicals.
* Various Government agencies (i.e., Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, and others) may have specific regulations concerning the transportation, handling, storage or use of this product which may not be contained herein. The customer or user of this product should be familiar with these regulations.