Sulfuric Acid
- CAS Number
- 7664-93-9
- HSN Code
- 28070010
- Molecular Formula
- H2SO4
- Catalogue Number
- AL4413
- Purity
- 40% H2SO4
- Molecular Weight
- 98.08 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Sulfuric acid is a sulfur oxoacid that consists of two oxo and two hydroxy groups joined covalently to a central sulfur atom. It has a role as a catalyst.
Also known as Oil of vitriol, Sulfuric acid solution.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4413
- CAS Number
- 7664-93-9
- Molecular Formula
- H2SO4
- Molecular Weight
- 98.08 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28070010
- Grade
- 40%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 10.31 °C; Boiling point: 337 °C; Density: 1.8302 g/cu cm; Solubility: Miscible.
- Appearance
- Colorless, oily liquid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle with tin cap
- Storage
- Dry. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Store only in original packaging.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Sulfuric Acid
- Catalogue No.
- AL4413
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7664-93-9
- EC Number
- 231-639-5
- Grade
- 40%
- EC Index Number
- 016-020-00-8
- Chemical Formula
- H2SO4
- HSN Code
- 28070010
- Synonyms
- Oil of vitriol, Sulfuric acid solution
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Reagent for physiological research and gas metabolism determination
- 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
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; may cause severe skin burns and eye damage.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Sulfuric Acid
- CAS No.
- 7664-93-9
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. 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. Seek medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. 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.
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 when 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.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and neutralize with a suitable alkaline material. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Ensure adequate ventilation.
- 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.
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.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- 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
- 93 °C
- 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
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts violently with water and organic materials, releasing heat and potentially causing splattering.
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.
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)
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
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
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
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
This 40% sulfuric acid solution is primarily used as a reagent in the Knipping method for gas metabolism studies, which is crucial in physiological research. It serves as a dehydrating agent and is also utilized in various laboratory applications, including titrations and pH adjustments. Additionally, sulfuric acid is employed in the synthesis of other chemicals, in the production of fertilizers, and in the petroleum industry for refining processes. Its role in environmental monitoring and analysis of gas emissions further underscores its importance in scientific research and industrial applications.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1492H
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 98.08 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 40% H2SO4 | 40.2% H2SO4 |
| Density | 1.30 g/mL | 1.29 g/mL |
| pH | <1 | 0.5 |
| Boiling Point | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Freezing Point | -3 °C | -3 °C |
The above product is expected to comply with 40% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40% | 40% H2SO4 | m.p. 10.31 °C; b.p. 337 °C | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Miscible |
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