EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully
investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully
investigated.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
No information found.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the
Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion
and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should
be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR
1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a
NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator
when necessary.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Solid
Appearance: white crystalline chunks
Odor: Not available.
pH: 3-4 (2% soln)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 86 deg C (dec)
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: >86 deg C
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: Al2O12S3.18H2O
Molecular Weight: 666.42
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents; moisture. Decomposes in
water which may generate quantities of heat or pressure.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of sulfur, aluminum oxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 7784-31-8: WS5697000
CAS# 10043-01-3: BD1700000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7784-31-8: Oral, mouse: LD50 = >9 gm/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = >9
gm/kg.
CAS# 10043-01-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg/24H Severe; Oral,
mouse: LD50 = 6207 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Aluminum sulfate octadecahydrate -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Aluminum sulfate, anhydrous -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
IMO
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Dangerous Goods Code:
UN Number:
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7784-31-8: No information available.
CAS# 10043-01-3: 1
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
CAS# 7784-31-8: OES-United Kingdom, TWA (listed as ** undefined
**): 2 mg/m3 TWA
Canada
CAS# 10043-01-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7784-31-8 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 10043-01-3 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 7784-31-8: Not available.
CAS# 10043-01-3: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
OEL-DENMARK:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
OEL-FRANCE:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
OEL-RUSSIA:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7784-31-8 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.
CAS# 10043-01-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
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