0400E-CHB - Sulfuric Acid

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CHEMICAL HAZARD BULLETIN NO.

400
S/N 26-865-425 0.5 L Bottle
26-865-434 2.5 L Bottle
26-865-469 95 lb carboy
SULFURIC 26-865-601 Bulk delivery
ACID
(OIL OF VITRIOL)

Health 3 DENSE, OILY, COLORLESS LIQUID STRONGLY CORROSIVE CAS: 7664-93-9


NON-FLAMMABLE UN: 1830
Fire 0 GUIDE: 137
Reactivity 3

MIST / Mist may be generated mechanically or by condensation of vaporized acid. The TLV for
3 3
LIQUID: acid mist is 1.0 mg/m and STEL-C=3 mg/m
EFFECTS OF OVER-EXPOSURE:
EYE/ SKIN: Severely irritating to the eyes and may cause irreversible eye damage. Repeated or

INHALATION:
prolonged skin contact will cause severe irritation and burns.
May cause severe irritation or burns of the respiratory system, pulmonary edema or lung
health
INGESTION:
inflammation.
Gastro-intestinal distress, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Will cause damage and burns to
mucous membrane of the mouth, throat, esophagus and stomach. Possible adverse
hazards
effects on kidney function.
WEAR RECOMMENDED PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Non-flammable. No flashpoint or explosive range in air reported. In contact with a fire, toxic oxides of carbon and
sulfur will be formed. Fire fighters must use self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective clothing.
Closed containers exposed to heat may explode. Cool fire-exposed containers with water spray. fire and
REACTIVITY: Avoid contact with water, most common metals, organic materials, bases, cyanides.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: DRY CHEMICAL, CO2
reactivity
USAGE: This product is used in Utilities for water treatment and as a laboratory reagent. Avoid
breathing mists and eye and skin contact. NO SMOKING. Provide adequate ventilation.
TRANSPORT/ Store in a well ventilated, cool, dry area. Keep containers labeled, upright and tightly
STORAGE: closed when not in use. DO NOT store in direct sunlight. Avoid storage near heat, open
flames and incompatible materials. Always label containers for transporting in accordance

SPILLS/ LEAKS:
with DOT/IMO/IATA hazard warning labels.
Stop the flow if it can be done safely. DO NOT USE WATER. Neutralize spill with soda
ash or lime. Dike to prevent entry into sewer. Absorb with sand and place in a clean, dry
handling,
DISPOSAL:
container.
For proper disposal methods and locations for the chemical or chemical contaminated
storage &
SAFETY
EQUIPMENT:
material, contact the Environmental Engineering Division at 874-6426 or 874-6428.
Provide ventilation to control airborne concentrations below the TLVs. Chemical safety disposal
goggles (21-434-249) with full-length face shield (21-426-121), acid resistant gloves (21-
432-080), rubber aprons (21-404-181), must be used when handling this material. SCBA
should be worn if conditions warrant. Maintain an eyewash fountain and emergency
shower where the material is being stored/used.
USE CONFINED SPACE ENTRY PROCEDURES IF APPLICABLE
INHALATION: Move affected person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If breathing
has stopped, give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Keep person warm and quiet.
EYE / SKIN Flush eyes with large amounts of water for 15 minutes. Lift eyelids occasionally. Wash
CONTACT: skin thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes promptly,

INGESTION:
and wash clothing before re-use.
Do not induce vomiting. Aspiration of material into the lungs can cause chemical
first aid
pneumonitis, which can be fatal. Drink one-two glasses of water to dilute. Keep person
warm and quiet.
GET MEDICAL AID IMMEDIATELY (CALL 110)
For further information call Industrial Hygiene: 872-2623 (DH), 678-4902 (RT), 572-3553 (ABQ) or 427-2217 (JID)
*Hazard Rating: 0=Insignificant, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme
Revised: 1/13/2001

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