Name:
Sulfuric Acid/Orthophosphoric Acid Mixture
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Sulfuric Acid/Orthophosphoric Acid Mixture
Synonym:None known
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
7664-38-2 | Phosphoric acid | 17.5 | 231-633-2 |
Hazard Symbols: C Risk Phrases: 35 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Causes severe burns.Corrosive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes severe eye burns. May cause irreversible eye injury. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage.
Skin:
Causes skin burns. May cause skin rash (in milder cases), and cold and clammy skin with cyanosis or pale color.
Ingestion:
May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause perforation of the digestive tract. May cause systemic effects.
Inhalation:
Harmful if inhaled. May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. May cause systemic effects.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated inhalation may cause nosebleeds, nasal congestion, erosion of the teeth, perforation of the nasal septum, chest pain and bronchitis. Prolonged or repeated eye contact may cause conjunctivitis. Effects may be delayed.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed. Extensive irrigation with water is required (at least 30 minutes).
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. SPEEDY ACTION IS CRITICAL! Destroy contaminated shoes.
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:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to prevent contact with thermal decomposition products. Contact with water can cause violent liberation of heat and splattering of the material.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Use dry chemical to fight fire.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways.
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Cover with sand, dry lime or soda ash and place in a closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Do not allow contact with water. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Discard contaminated shoes.
Storage:
Do not store near combustible materials. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a dry area. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Corrosives area. Do not store near alkaline substances.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7664-38-2: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 1 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 2 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 1 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 1 mg/m3 VLE Belgium - STEL: 2 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 1 mg/m3 VME France - VLE: 3 mg/m3 VLE Germany: 1 mg/m3 TWA Japan: 1 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 1 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 0.5 ppm STEL; 2 mg/m3 STEL Netherlands: 0.2 ppm MAC; 1 mg/m3 MAC Spain: 1 mg/m3 VLA-ED Spain: 2 mg/m3 VLA-EC CAS# 7664-93-9: United States OSHA: 1 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 1 mg/m3 VLE Belgium - STEL: 3 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 1 mg/m3 VME France - VLE: 3 mg/m3 VLE Germany: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction, battery manufacture, metal working in a close Japan: 1 mg/m3 Ceiling Malaysia: 1 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 1 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 1 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 1 mg/m3 VLA-ED Spain: 3 mg/m3 VLA-EC Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs 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
Physical State: Clear liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: rotten egg-like
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Reacts.
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: Solution
Molecular Weight: 0
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, contact with water, metals, excess heat, combustible materials, organic materials, oxidizers, amines, bases.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Acetic Anhydride, Acetone Cyanhydrin, Acetone + Nitric Acid, Acetone + Potassium Dichromate, Acetonitrile, Acrolein, Acrylonitrile, Alcohols + Hydrogen Peroxide, Allyl Alcohol, Allyl Chloride, 2-Aminoethanol, Ammonium Hydroxide, Ammonium Triperchromate, Aniline, Bromates + Metals, Bromine Pentafluoride, n-Butyraldehyde, Carbides, Cesium Acetylene Carbide, Chlorates, Chlorine Trifluoride, Chlorosulfonic Acid, Cuprous Nitride, Diisobutylene, Epichlorohydrin, Ethylene Cyanohydrin, Ethylene Diamine, Ethylene Glycol, Ethylenimine, Fulminates, Other Acids, Iodine Heptafluoride, Metals, Isoprene, Lithium Silicide, Mercuric Nitride, Mesityl Oxide, P-Nitrotoluene, Pentasilver Trihydroxydiaminophosphate, Perchlorates, Permanganates + Benzene, Phosphorus, Phosphorus Isocyanate, Picrates, Potassium t-Butoxide, Potassium Chlorate, Permanganates, beta-Propiolactone, Propylene Oxide, Pyridine, Rubidium Acetylene Carbide and Sodium.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of sulfur.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 7664-38-2: TB6300000 CAS# 7664-93-9: WS5600000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7664-38-2: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 119 mg Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 595 mg/24H Severe; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 25.5 mg/m3; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = >850 mg/m3/1H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 25.5 mg/m3; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 1.25 gm/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 1530 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 1.25 gm/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 2740 mg/kg.
CAS# 7664-93-9: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 250 ug Severe; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 320 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 320 mg/m3; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 510 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 510 mg/m3; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2140 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Phosphoric acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Sulfuric acid - ACGIH: A2 - Suspected Human Carcinogen (contained in strong inorg California: carcinogen, initial date 3/14/03 (listed as Strong inorgan NTP: Known carcinogen (listed as Strong inorganic acid mists co IARC: Group 1 carcinogen Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity:
Sulfuric acid is harmful to aquatic life in very low concentrations.
It may be dangerous if it enters water intakes. The aquatic toxicity for bluegill in fresh water was 24.5 ppm/24 hr, which was lethal.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s.
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 3264
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 3264
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s.
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 3264
Packing group: II
USA RQ: CAS# 7664-38-2: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
USA RQ: CAS# 7664-93-9: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases:
R 35 Causes severe burns.
Safety Phrases:
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
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