BAY ZINC COMPANY INC.
(509) 248-4911 or (800) 5431-4086
Liquid FAX: (509) 248-4916 Dry
Zinc Solutions Zinc Granules
P. O. Box 167, Moxee City Washington 98936
www.bayzinc.com
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BLU-MIN铮? ZINC SULFATE MONOHYDRATE Revised: 06/01/02
SECTION I
Bay Zinc Company Phone: (509) 248-4911
301 W. Charron Road
P.O. Box 167 FAX: (509) 248-4916
Moxee, Washington 98936
SECTION II -- INGREDIENTS
ZnSO4鈥2O
Zinc Sulfate Monohydrate
CAS Number 7446-20-0 UN# 3077
Zinc Sulfate Monohydrate TLV, PEL not established
Control as 鈥渘uisance dusts鈥? (particulates not otherwise classified) at 10 mg/m3 TWA.
SECTION III 鈥? PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
BLU-MIN ZINC SULFATE MONOHYDRATE consists of colorless, odorless crystals and granules.
Specific Gravity is 3.28 and Solubility is 48.9 g ZnSO4. H2O at 105掳 C (221掳 F). At approximately
680掳 C (1256掳 F) sulfur trioxide is given off and above 930掳 C (1706掳 F) zinc oxide is formed.
SECTION IV 鈥? FIRE, EXPLOSION AND REACTIVITY DATA
BLU-MIN ZINC SULFATE MONOHYDRATE is not flammable or explosive. It is stable but will
decompose in extreme heat. Use NIOSH/MSHA approved SCBA when fighting fire in an enclosed
space and in the presence of BLU-MIN ZINC SULFATE MONOHYDRATE.
SECTION V 鈥? HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Routes of entry are via inhalation, ingestion and skin. Acute health hazards and symptoms may
include irritation of eyes, skin and respiratory tract; breathing difficulty in form of dust; and irritation of
mucous membranes. Swallowing may cause strong stomach cramps and diarrhea. Chronic health
hazards include irritation and dermatitis. Zinc sulfate monohydrate is not noted as carcinogenic by
NTP, IARC or OSHA.
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SECTION V 鈥? HEALTH HAZARD DATA (continued)
EMERGENCY FIRST AID: INHALATION: Remove to fresh air and seek medical help.
EYES: Flush with plenty of water for about 15 minutes and call a
physician.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing, wash exposed area well.
INGESTION: If conscious, give plenty of water, seek medical help.
SECTION VI 鈥? PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Store in a clean dry area. In case of a spill, wear proper personal protection and sweep up or
vacuum for proper disposal. Since the product will break down and dissolve in water, clean-up will be
easier if kept dry. The best method of disposal is to use the material for its original intended use if
possible. Otherwise, dispose of in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.
SECTION VII 鈥? CONTROL MEASURES
Ventilate working area to maintain the TLV鈥檚 and PEL鈥檚. For respiratory protection in a dusty
environment, use a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator; in an enclosed area use SCBA. Use eye
protection and protective gloves as required. Other protective equipment that may be appropriate are
an apron, eye-wash fountain and a safety shower.
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