SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 03/19/2005
Date Updated: 05/17/2004
Version 2.6
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name SULFUR, REAGENT GRADE, POWDER
PURIFIED BY REFINING, PARTICLE
SIZE -100 MESH
Product Number 215198
Brand ALDRICH
Company Sigma-Aldrich
Street Address 3050 Spruce Street
City, State, Zip, Country SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
Technical Phone: 314 771 5765
Emergency Phone: 414 273 3850 Ext. 5996
Fax: 800 325 5052
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name CAS # SARA 313
SULFUR 7704-34-9 No
Formula S
Synonyms Agri-Sul * Asulfa-Supra * Atomic sulfur *
Bensulfoid * Brimstone * Collokit * Colloidal
sulfur * Colsul * Corosul D and S * Cosan * Cosan
80 * Crystex * Devisulphur * Elosal * Flour
sulphur * Flowers of sulphur * Gofrativ * Ground
vocle sulphur * Hexasul * Kolofog * Kolospray *
Kristex * Kumulus * Kumulus FL * Magnetic 70, 90,
and 95 * Micowetsulf * Microflotox * Microthiol *
Precipitated sulfur * Sofril * Sperlox-S *
Spersul * Spersul thiovit * Sublimed sulfur *
Sufran * Sufran D * Sulfex * Sulfidal * Sulforon
* Sulkol * Sulphur * Super cosan * Sulsol *
Technetium Tc 99M sulfur colloid * Tesuloid *
Thiolux * Thiovit * Thiovit S * Thiozol * Ultra
Sulfur * Wettasul
RTECS Number: WS4250000
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU).
Highly flammable.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 0
FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 1
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 0
FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 1
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician. Do not induce vomiting.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLAMMABLE HAZARDS
Flammable Hazards: Yes
EXPLOSION DATA
Dust Potential: This material, like most materials in powder
form, is capable of creating a dust explosion.
FLASH POINT
334.4 掳F 168 掳C Method: closed cup
EXPLOSION LIMITS
Lower: 1 % Upper: 40 %
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
190 掳C
FLAMMABILITY
Flammable according to the test criteria.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Flammable solid. Emits toxic fumes under
fire conditions.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area. Shut off all sources of ignition. Use nonsparking
tools.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
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METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Avoid raising dust. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste
disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Avoid breathing dust. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep container closed. Keep away from heat, sparks,
and open flame.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Use nonsparking tools. Mechanical
exhaust required.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Government approved respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Color: Light yellow
Form: Flakes
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 32.06 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range 444.7 掳C 760 mmHg
MP/MP Range 117 掳C
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure 10 mmHg 246 掳C
Vapor Density 8.9 g/l
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 2.36 g/cm3
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Flash Point 334.4 掳F 168 掳C Method: closed cup
Explosion Limits Lower: 1 %
Upper: 40 %
Flammability Flammable according
to the test criteria
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Autoignition Temp 190 掳C
Refractive Index N/A
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides, Hydrogen sulfide
gas.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be
irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
SENSITIZATION
Sensitization: Will not occur
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing,
wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and
vomiting. Exposure can cause: Dermatitis.
TOXICITY DATA
Oral
Rat
> 5,000 mg/kg
LD50
4H
Inhalation
Rat
> 9,230 mg/m3
LC50
Skin
Rabbit
> 2,000 mg/kg
LD50
Inhalation
Mammal
1,660 mg/m3
LC50
IRRITATION DATA
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Skin
Rabbit
Remarks: No irritation effect
Eyes
Rabbit
Remarks: No irritation effect
Eyes
Human
8 ppm
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this
material is highly flammable. Observe all federal, state, and
local environmental regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Sulfur
UN#: 1350
Class: 9
Packing Group: Packing Group III
Hazard Label: Class 9
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Sulphur
IATA UN Number: 1350
Hazard Class: 4.1
Packing Group: III
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: F
Indication of Danger: Highly Flammable.
R: 11
Risk Statements: Highly flammable.
S: 16 26
Safety Statements: Keep away from sources of ignition - no
smoking. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU).
Risk Statements: Highly flammable.
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear
suitable protective clothing.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes
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CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: Yes
NDSL: No
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
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