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Material Safety Data Sheet
The Home Scientist, LLC 4231 Witherow Road Winston-Salem, NC 27106-2945 (336) 725-4549
SECTION I
MSDS #: CC05 Effective Date: May 15, 2011
NAME
24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
Product: Copper(II) Sulfate, 1.0 M solution
CHEMTREC
NFPA
Chemical Synonyms: Cupric Sulfate, water solution
HMIS* Health: 1
(800) 424-9300
Formula: Mixture. See Section II.
Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0
Unit Size: up to 1.000 liter CAS #: Mixture. See Section II.
Hazard Rating Minimal 0
SECTION II
Slight 1
Moderate 2
Serious 3
Severe 4
INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES Principal Component(s)
Percentage
Hazardous?
TLV Units
Copper(II) sulfate, CuSO4 (CAS #: 7758-98-7)
13.8%
Yes
None Established
Water, H2O (CAS #: 7732-18-5)
86.2%
No
None established
CAUTION! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. IRRITANT. MAY CAUSE SKIN REACTION.
SECTION III
PHYSICAL DATA
Melting Point (°F): approximately 0 °C (32 °F) Boiling point (°F): approximately 100 °C (212 °F) Vapor Pressure (mm of Hg): 14 mm (water)
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): approximately 1.1 Percent Volatile by Volume (%): 86.2% Evaporation Rate (Water = 1): slightly less than 1.0
Vapor Density (Air = 1): 0.7 (water) Solubility in Water: Complete Appearance & Odor: Clear, blue, odorless liquid.
SECTION IV
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (Method Used) Extinguisher Media
Non-flammable
Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume N/A
Lower
Upper
N/A
N/A
Use any media suitable for extinguishing supporting fire.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES Wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Copper sulfate does not burn, nor will it support combustion. If water is used to extinguish fire, care should be used to keep such water out of streams or other water bodies. UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS If dry heated above 600 °C (1,112 °F), sulfur dioxide is evolved. D.O.T. Non-regulated Approved by U.S. Department of Labor “essentially similar” to form OSHA-20
SECTION V
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
THRESHHOLD LIMITED VALUE
CC05
None established for this solution. (ACGIH 2001).
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE INGESTION: Although a strong emetic, can cause copper poisoning and/or death. Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and gastric pain. EYES: Corrosive, causes conjunctivitis. SKIN: May cause allergic reaction. INHALATION: Causes upper respiratory irritation and congestion of the nasal mucous membranes. Target organs: Liver, kidneys, lungs, spleen. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
SECTION VI Stability
INGESTION: Call physician or Poison Control Center immediately. Induce vomiting only if advised by appropriate medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. EYES: Check for and remove contact lenses. Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get immediate medical attention. SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Flush thoroughly with mild soap and water. If irritation occurs, get medical attention. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
REACTIVITY DATA
Unstable Stable
X
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Conditions to Avoid Excessive temperature and heat causing evaporation.
Avoid contact with hydroxylamine, magnesium, and reducing agents. This product can corrode steel and iron. Incompatible with alkalies, phosphates, acetylene, hydrazine, and nitromethane.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Sulfur oxides and copper fumes.
Hazardous Polymerization May Occur
Will Not Occur
Conditions to Avoid Not applicable.
X
SECTION VII
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled Waste Disposal Method
Sprinkle lime or soda ash on spill to form insoluble copper salt. Sweep up and place in a suitable container for proper disposal. Wash spill area with soap and water. Avoid contaminating public water supply. Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State, or Local laws. These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Dispose of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
SECTION VIII
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiration Protection (Specify Type)
None needed in normal laboratory handling. If misty conditions prevail, work in ventilation hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator.
Ventilation Protective Gloves
Revision #: 1
Special
Mechanical (General)
None required
Other
Eye Protection
No Adequate to maintain below exposure limit
Chemical safety glasses
Goggles, smock, lab coat, apron, eye wash station, proper gloves
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken in Handling & Storing
Other Precautions
None required
Rubber
Other Protective Equipment
SECTION IX
Local Exhaust
Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry place. Wash thoroughly after handling. Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals. For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food, cosmetic, or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Do not take internally. Avoid contact with eyes or prolonged contact with skin. Remove and wash contaminated clothing. Date: May 15, 2011
Approved: Robert Bruce Thompson
Chemical Safety Coordinator: RBT
The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use of these materials and the safety and health of employees. * Hazardous Materials Industrial Standards