MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET. Sulfuric Acid

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Sulfuric Acid MSDS No. 104457 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION PRODUCT NAME: Sulfuric Acid > 51% Sulfuric Acid ( 96...
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Sulfuric Acid

MSDS No. 104457

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION PRODUCT NAME: Sulfuric Acid > 51% Sulfuric Acid ( 96%, 98%, 98% + ETCHBAC, 98% + PRT CIR G, 93% PRT CIR GR)

PRODUCT USE:

Industrial

SUPPLIER:

HARCROS CHEMICALS, INC. 5200 Speaker Road Kansas City, KS 66106-1095 SUPPLIERS TELEPHONE NUMBER: 913-321-3131 TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 1-800-424-9300

2. COMPOSlTlONllNFORMATION ON HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS INGREDIENT NAME Sulfuric acid

CAS NUMBER 7664-93-9

WEIGHT % >51

Trace impurities and additional material names not listed above may appear in Section 15 of this MSDS. These materials may be listed for local "Right-To-Know" compliance and for other reasons. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard:

This product is considered hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Oily, colorless t o slightly yellow, clear t o turbid liquid. Odorless. Causes severe skin burns. Causes severe eve burns. Causes burns of the mouth, throat, and stomach. POTENTIAL HEALTH HAZARDS SKIN:

Causes severe burns.

EYES:

Liquid contact can cause irritation, corneal burns, and conjunctivitis. May result in severe or permanent injury. May cause blindness.

INHALATION:

INGESTION:

Inhalation of fumes or acid mist can cause irritation or corrosive burns to the upper respiratory system, including the nose, mouth and throat. May irritate the lungs. May cause pulmonary edema. Causes burns of the mouth, throat and stomach. May be fatal if swallowed. Hazards are also applicable to dilute solutions.

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET HARCROS CHEMICALS, INC. MSDS No. 104457

Sulfuric Acid PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SKIN PROTECTION:

Wear rubber gloves and protective clothing including boots, apron, or protective suit as appropriate to prevent skin exposure. Acid resistant boots, trousers and jacket may be used for increased protection.

EYE PROTECTION:

Wear appropriate safety glasses or chemical splash goggles and faceshield where contact due to splashing or spraying is possible.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA 1910.134 and ANSI 288.2 or applicable federal/provincial requirements must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use. NIOSH's "Respirator Decision Logic" may be useful in determining the suitability of various types of respirators. To identify additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, it is recommended that a hazard assessment in accordance with the OSHA PPE Standard (29CFR1910.132) be conducted before using this product.

ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS:

EXPOSURE GUIDELINES INGREDIENT NAME Sulfuric acid

ACGlH TLV 1 mg/m3- TWA 3 mg/m3- STEL

OSHA PEL 1 mg/mJ - TWA

OTHER LIMIT 15 mg/m4 - IDLH

OTHER EXPOSURE LIMITS FOR POTENTIAL DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES APPEARANCE: Colorless to light yellow liquid PHYSICAL STATE: Liquid MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 98.08 (H2S04) CHEMICAL FORMULA: H,S04 (various concentrations) in water ODOR: Odorless SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water = 1.0): 1.84 - basis 98% H2SO4 @ 15°C (60°F) SOLUBILITY IN WATER (weight %): 100% 0.3 (1 N solution @ 25°C (75°F)) pH: BOILING POINT: -330°C (626°F) - basis 98% H2SO4 -1.I "C (30°F) - basis 98% H2S04 MELTING POINT: VAPOR PRESSURE: 0.002 mmHg - basis 98% H2SO4@ 40°C (102OF) 3.4 VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1.0): EVAPORATION RATE: Not applicable COMPARED TO: Not applicable % VOLATILES: Not applicable FLASH POINT: Not applicable (Flash point method and additional flammability data are found in Section 5.)

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The above physical properties will vary based on concentration and temperature. Please contact the technical department for more information.

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET HARCROS CHEMICALS, INC. MSDS No. 104457

Sulfuric Acid 16. OTHER INFORMATION CURRENT ISSUE DATE: PREVIOUS ISSUE DATE:

January 27, 2006 September 1,2005

CHANGES TO MSDS FROM PREVIOUS ISSUE DATE ARE DUE TO THE FOLLOWING: Changes to section 1, 2, 14, 15, and 16. OTHER INFORMATION:

HMIS: 3-0-2 NFPA: 3-0-2-W (water reactive)

The information provided in this Material Safety Data sheet has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable. Harcros Chemicals, Inc. provides no warranties, either expressed or implied and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data contained herein. This information is offered for your information, consideration, and investigation. You should satisfy yourself that you have all current data relevant to your particular use. Harcros Chemicals Inc. knows of no medical condition other than those noted on this Material Safety Data Sheet, which are generally recognized as being aggravated by exposure to this product.

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