Sulfuric Acid
Synonyms: Oil of vitriol, Sulphuric acid, Hydrogen sulfate
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Sulfuric Acid
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL4409
CAS Number
7664-93-9
EC Number
231-639-5
EC Index Number
016-020-00-8
Grade
AR grade
HSN Code
28070010
Molecular Formula
H2SO4
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Sulfuric Acid
Catalogue No.
AL4409
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
7664-93-9
EC Number
231-639-5
Grade
AR grade
EC Index Number
016-020-00-8
Chemical Formula
H2SO4
HSN Code
28070010
Synonyms
Oil of vitriol, Sulphuric acid, Hydrogen sulfate
Chemical Structure
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Analytical reagent, industrial applications
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
Skin Corr. 1A
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 1118 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Corrosive
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
P260, P264, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P321, P363, P405, P501
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
Corrosive to metals, causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Sulfuric Acid
CAS No.
7664-93-9
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention immediately.
First-aid measures after skin contact
Remove contaminated clothing and rinse skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
First-aid measures after eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and 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
Severe burns, respiratory distress, eye damage, gastrointestinal 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
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Non-flammable, but can cause fire and explosion in contact with organic materials.
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
Contain spill and neutralize with lime or sodium bicarbonate. Avoid contact with water.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Always add acid to water, never the reverse. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and goggles.
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
Dry. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Store only in original packaging.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection
Tightly fitting safety goggles. Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Liquid
Colour
Colorless to pale yellow
Odour
Odorless
Odour threshold
Not applicable
pH value
<1
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not applicable
Melting point
10.31 °C
Freezing point
Not applicable
Boiling point
337 °C
Flash point
Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature
Not applicable
Decomposition temperature
Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas)
Not applicable
Vapour pressure
1 mmHg at 294.8 °F
Relative vapour density at 20°C
3.4 (Air = 1)
Density
1.8302 g/cu cm
Solubility
Miscible
Log Pow
Not applicable
Viscosity, kinematic
Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic
Not applicable
Explosive properties
Not applicable
Oxidising properties
Not applicable
Explosive limits
Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Reacts violently with water and can cause exothermic reactions with bases and organic materials.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive gases including sulfur oxides. The substance is a strong oxidant.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong bases, organic materials, and reducing agents.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Sulphur oxides.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Rat oral 2140 mg/kg; LC50 Rat inhl 347 ppm/1 hr.; LC50 Rat (Fischer-344) inhalation 0.375 mg/L/4 hr; Particle size (um) 1
Skin corrosion/irritation
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Serious eye damage/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
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)
UN 1830
UN-No. (IMDG)
UN 1830
UN-No. (IATA)
UN 1830
UN-No. (ADN)
UN 1830
UN-No. (RID)
UN 1830
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Sulfuric Acid
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Sulfuric Acid
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Sulfuric Acid
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Sulfuric Acid
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Sulfuric Acid
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
8
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.