Beryllium Sulfate

Synonyms: Beryllium(II) sulfate

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name Beryllium Sulfate
Product Form Substance
Catalogue No. AL0686
CAS Number 13510-49-1
EC Number 236-842-2
EC Index Number -
Grade AR grade
HSN Code 28332990
Molecular Formula BeSO4
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name Beryllium Sulfate
Catalogue No. AL0686
Product form Substance
CAS Number 13510-49-1
EC Number 236-842-2
Grade AR grade
EC Index Number Not specified
Chemical Formula BeSO4
HSN Code 28332990
Synonyms Beryllium(II) sulfate
Chemical Structure -
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture Reference compound in inorganic chemistry
Uses advised against Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Acute Tox. 3; Skin Irrit. 2; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Irrit. 2; Acute Tox. 2; STOT SE 3; Carc. 1B; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Chronic 2
Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 26077 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms Acute Toxic, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
Signal word Danger
Hazard statements H301: Toxic if swallowed; H315: Causes skin irritation; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H330: Fatal if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H350: May cause cancer; H350i: May cause cancer by inhalation; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements P203, P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P301+P316, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P316, P318, P319, P320, P321, P330, P332+P317, P333+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P391, P403+P233, P405, P501
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards Carcinogenic; may cause respiratory irritation.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name Beryllium Sulfate
CAS No. 13510-49-1
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
First-aid measures after skin contact Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
First-aid measures after eye contact Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use Coughing, shortness of breath, skin irritation, eye irritation.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures Non-flammable, but may emit toxic fumes in a fire.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and respirators. Avoid inhalation and skin contact.
Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Store only in original container. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state Solid
Colour White
Odour Odorless
Odour threshold Not applicable
pH value Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not applicable
Melting point 1127 °C
Freezing point Not specified
Boiling point Not specified
Flash point Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable
Decomposition temperature Not specified
Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable
Vapour pressure Not applicable
Relative vapour density at 20°C Not applicable
Density 2.5 g/cu cm
Solubility In water, 41.3 g/100 g water at 25 °C
Log Pow Not applicable
Viscosity, kinematic Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic Not applicable
Explosive properties Not explosive
Oxidising properties Not oxidizing
Explosive limits Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity Stable under normal conditions, but reacts with strong acids and bases.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions Decomposes above 550 °C . This produces toxic fumes of sulfur oxides (see ICSC 0074) and beryllium oxide (see ICSC 1325).
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials Strong acids, strong bases, and reducing agents.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products Not specified
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity LD50 Rats oral 120 mg Be/kg; LD50 Mice oral 140 mg Be /kg; LD50 Rat (female) 0.51 mgBekg, intravenously injected
Skin corrosion/irritation H315: Causes skin irritation
Serious eye damage/irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitisation H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity H350: May cause cancer; H350i: May cause cancer by inhalation
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335: May cause respiratory irritation
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR) 1566
UN-No. (IMDG) 1566
UN-No. (IATA) 1566
UN-No. (ADN) 1566
UN-No. (RID) 1566
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Beryllium sulfate
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Beryllium sulfate
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Beryllium sulfate
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Beryllium sulfate
Proper Shipping Name (RID) Beryllium sulfate
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es) 6.1
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR) II
Packing group (IMDG) II
Packing group (IATA) II
Packing group (ADN) II
Packing group (RID) II
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment Not specified
Marine pollutant Not specified
Other information No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.