MSDS Name:Aluminum sulfate hexadecahydrate p.a.
Synonym:Non

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
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:
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.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
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.
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:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

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.

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 10043-01-3: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): mg/m3 STEL Belgium - TWA: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VLE ( Al) France - VME: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VME Germany: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VME Malaysia: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 TWA (as Al Spain: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VLA-ED (as Al CAS# 16828-11-8: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): mg/m3 STEL Belgium - TWA: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VLE ( Al) France - VME: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VME Germany: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VME Malaysia: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 TWA (as Al Spain: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VLA-ED (as Al 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: Solid
Color: not available
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 86 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: soluble in water
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.6900g/cm3
Molecular Formula: Al2O12S3.16H2O
Molecular Weight: 630.39

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, moisture.
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

RTECS#:
CAS# 10043-01-3: BD1700000 CAS# 16828-11-8: WS5696000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 10043-01-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg/24H Severe; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 6207 mg/kg.
CAS# 16828-11-8.
Carcinogenicity:
Aluminum sulfate - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Aluminum sulfate hexadecahydrate - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

IATA
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
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IMO
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
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RID/ADR
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
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USA RQ: CAS# 10043-01-3: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 10043-01-3: 1
CAS# 16828-11-8: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 10043-01-3 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 10043-01-3 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 16828-11-8 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 10043-01-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 16828-11-8 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)).