Material Safety Data Sheet
Aluminum sulfate
ACC# 00980
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Aluminum sulfate
Catalog Numbers:
AC192430000, AC192430050, S70492, S70495, S93115
Synonyms:
Aluminum trisulfate; Dialuminum sulphate; Sulfuric acid aluminum salt
Company Identification:
Fisher Scientific
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
10043-01-3 |
Aluminum sulfate |
99 | 233-135-0 |
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: white solid.
Caution! May cause eye, skin, and respiratory
tract irritation. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air). This
is expected to be a low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Target Organs: None.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Ingestion:
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual
industrial handling.
Chronic:
No information found.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
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 and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Flash Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion
and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with
oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away
from incompatible substances. Keep away from water. Store protected
from moisture.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
Aluminum sulfate
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2 mg/m3 TWA (as Al) (listed under Aluminum, soluble salts).
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2 mg/m3 TWA (as Al) (listed under Aluminum, soluble salts).
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Aluminum sulfate:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Solid
Appearance: white
Odor: none reported
pH: >2.9 at 5% solution.
Vapor Pressure: Negligible.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Negligible.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:1418 deg F
Decomposition Temperature:1418 deg F
Solubility: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:2.7 (water=1)
Molecular Formula:Al2(SO4)3
Molecular Weight:342.1358
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Hygroscopic: absorbs
moisture or water from the air.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
No significant incompatibilities identified with common materials and
contaminants..
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of sulfur, aluminum oxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 10043-01-3:
BD1700000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 10043-01-3:
Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 10 mg/24H Severe;
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 6207
mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 10043-01-3:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information found
Teratogenicity:
No information found
Reproductive Effects:
No information found
Mutagenicity:
No information found
Neurotoxicity:
No information found
Other Studies:
Section 12 - Ecological Information
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No information available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
Shipping Name: |
Not regulated |
No information available. |
Hazard Class: |
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UN Number: |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 10043-01-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
CAS# 10043-01-3: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 10043-01-3: immediate, delayed.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 10043-01-3 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 10043-01-3 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Minnesota, (listed as Aluminum, soluble salts),
Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 10043-01-3: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 10043-01-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
not available.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 10043-01-3 (listed as Aluminum, soluble salts) is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 5/03/1999
Revision #3 Date: 3/10/2004
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