MSDS Name:Sulfosalicylic acid 20%
Synonym:5-Sulfosalicylic acid, dihydrate

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes and skin.Corrosive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns.
Skin:
Contact with liquid is corrosive and causes severe burns and ulceration.
Ingestion:
May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns.
Inhalation:
May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema.
Chronic:
No information found.

Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and 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.
Notes to Physician:

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:
Substance is nonflammable; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Absorb spill with an alkaline material such as soda ash or lime.

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place.

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 97-05-2: CAS# 5965-83-3: CAS# 7732-18-5: 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.

Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: Odorless.
pH: 1.3
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 100 deg C
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: Not available.
Solubility in water: Complete in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.2 (Water=1)
Molecular Formula: C7H6O6S.2H2O
Molecular Weight: 254.1252

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sulfur oxides (SOx), including sulfur oxide and sulfur dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

RTECS#:
CAS# 97-05-2: VO6500000 CAS# 5965-83-3 unlisted.
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 97-05-2: Oral, rat: LD50 = 1850 mg/kg.
CAS# 5965-83-3.
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
5-Sulfosalicylic acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Sulfosalcylic acid, dihydrate - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

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.

IATA
Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUIDS, N.O.S.(20% SULFOSALICYCLIC ACID
)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1760
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUIDS, N.O.S.(20% SULFOSALICYCLIC ACID
)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1760
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUIDS, N.O.S.(20% SULFOSALICYCLIC ACID
)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1760
Packing group: II

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases:
R 36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 97-05-2: 1
CAS# 5965-83-3: No information available.
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 97-05-2 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 97-05-2 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 5965-83-3 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 97-05-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 5965-83-3 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate.
It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form
is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.