Product Name:
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Sulphur
(3440)
SECTION 1 鈥? PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
1350 for solid sulphur
Product name Sulphur PIN #, UN #
Chemical name Sulphur 2448 for molten sulphur
Common names and synonyms Sulfur, flowers of sulphur TDG, DOT class 4.1
Product use Industrial process ingredient, anti-fungal agent Packing group III
Shipping name Sulphur or Sulphur, molten
WHMIS classification Combustible Class B Division 4
Toxic Class D Division 2 Subdivision B
NFPA Health 2 HMIS Health 2
Hazard codes
Flammability 1 Flammability 1
Reactivity 0 Reactivity (Physical Hazard) 0
NFPA & HMIS 0=Insignificant/No Hazard. 1=Slight Hazard. 2=Moderate Hazard. 3=High/Serious Hazard. 4=Extreme/Severe Hazard.
Irving Oil Limited, Refining Division (506) 202-2000
Supplier Phone
Box 1260, Saint John 1-800-424-9300
Emergency (Chemtrec)
New Brunswick Canada E2L 4H6 (506) 202-3000
Refinery
SECTION 2 鈥? HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
OSHA PELs LD50
Wt ACGIH-TLVs NIOSH RELs LC50
Ingredients CAS# (2004) (rat, oral)
(%) (2004) (2004) (rat, 4 hours)
(general industry) (g/kg)
7704-34-
Sulphur 100 Not available Not available Not available >0.008 Not available
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Which may result in the evolution of:
Hydrogen sulphide 7783-04- Not 10 ppm TWA Not
20 ppm C 10 ppm C 444 ppm
(H2S) 6 applicable 15 ppm STEL applicable
C means Ceiling.
SECTION 3 鈥? PHYSICAL DATA
Form Solid bricks or (heated) liquid Specific gravity Solid: 2.1 @ 20藲C
Colour Yellow solid or amber liquid Liquid 1.8 @ 25藲C
Odour Odourless when pure. Hydrocarbon impurities may cause an oily Vapour density Solid: 2.07 @ 20藲C
or rotten egg odour. The rotten egg odour comes from H2S. Liquid: 0.0000007 @ 25藲C
0.000004 mm Hg @ 30藲C
Note: H2S deadens the sense of smell. Absence of rotten Vapour pressure
Not availble
egg smell does not mean absence of H2S. Evaporation rate
Odour threshold <0.15 ppm for H2S 445藲C (833藲F)
Boiling point
Coefficient of water/oil distribution Not available 115藲C (239藲F)
Melting point
Not applicable
pH
SECTION 4 鈥? FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
No Conditions Vapours and gases from melting sulphur, or dust from solid sulphur will ignite, and
Yes
Flammability
may explode, through friction or on contact with ignition sources.
o
207藲C (405藲F) (cc) Auto ignition temperature 232 C (450藲F)
Flash point
3 3
35 g/m dust in air Upper flammable limit 1,400 g/m dust in air
Lower flammable limit
Mechanical impact Yes Static discharge Yes
Explosion data: Sensitivity to:
Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, sand, earth, water spray or regular foam. Cool containers with
Means of extinction
flooding quantities of water until well after the fire is out.
Powdered form in air or in contact with oxidizers, is explosive. Blue flame may be difficult to see in
Special precautions
daylight. Note: Fire may re-ignite after being extinguished.
Hazardous combustion products Sulphur dioxide (SO2)
SECTION 5 鈥? REACTIVITY INFORMATION
The information contained in this form is based on data from sources considered to be reliable but Irving Oil Limited does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness thereof. The
information is provided as a service to the persons purchasing or using the material to which it refers and Irving Oil Limited expressly disclaims all liability for loss or damage including
consequential loss or for injury to persons including death. The information shall not be reproduced, published or distributed in any manner without prior consent in writing of Irving Oil
Limited.
Product Name:
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Sulphur
(3440)
Stable
Stability
Sources of ignition.
Conditions to avoid
Incompatible Reacts violently with strong oxidizers such as bromine, bromates, chlorine, chlorates, fluorine,
substances peroxides, perchlorates, nitrates, and nitric acid. Forms explosive, shock-sensitive, or pyrophoric
mixtures with ammonia, ammonium nitrate, metal carbides, charcoal, hydrocarbons, and iron. Reacts
violently with potassium, lithium, sodium, tin, uranium, and zinc. Attacks steel when moist.
H2S. SO2.
Hazardous decomposition products
SECTION 6 鈥? HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Inhalation Ingestion
Route of Entry Hazardous Contact Eye
Skin absorption Eye Skin contact
Acute exposure Conjunctivitis. Inflammation of the nasal membranes. Sneezing. Coughing. Shortness of breath, asthma.
Contact with hot sulphur will cause severe burns to skin and eyes.
H2S is very toxic. At concentrations as low as 1 to 5 ppm, nausea and severe eye irritation may occur. Sense
of smell may be impaired at about 20 ppm, with headache and respiratory tract irritation. At 250 to 500 ppm,
potentially fatal pulmonary edema (fluid in the lungs) may occur. Dizziness, sudden (often fatal) collapse,
unconsciousness, and death occur at higher concentrations.
Note: Pulmonary edema may be delayed as long as 48 hours after exposure.
Chronic exposure Ulceration of skin. Repeated contact may induce allergic response.
Carcinogenicity Not identified by ACGIH, EPA, Irritancy Skin, eyes, and respiratory tract
Sensitization Repeated contact may induce allergic response
IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA as
Teratogenicity Not available
a carcinogen.
Not available Reproductive toxicity Not available
Mutagenicity
Toxicologically synergistic Other irritants are expected to have an additive effect.
SECTION 7 鈥? FIRST AID
Inhalation Move victim to fresh air Give artificial respiration if breathing has stopped and if a qualified AR administrator is
available. Apply CPR if both pulse and breathing have stopped. Obtain medical attention immediately.
Ingestion Never give anything by mouth if the person is unconscious, rapidly losing consciousness, or convulsing. If the
person is conscious, have them drink 8 to 10 ounces of water or milk to dilute the material in the stomach. Do not
induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, have the person lean forward to avoid aspiration. Obtain
medical attention immediately.
If irritation occurs, flush eye with lukewarm, gently flowing fresh water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye
Skin Quickly and gently blot away excess chemical. Gently remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash gently and
thoroughly with water and non-abrasive soap. Get medical help. Note: Removal of solidified molten material from
skin requires medical assistance.
SECTION 8 鈥? PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
Do not attempt rescue of an H2S knockdown victim without the use of proper respiratory protective equipment.
Personal Gloves Heat-resistant.
protective Eye Full eye and face protection.
equipment Respirator Generally, if respiratory protection is needed, a NIOSH-approved SCBA or air line respirator will be
y the appropriate choice. A full facepiece is recommended. Air-purifying respirators should be used
only on the advice of a qualified occupational health and safety professional.
Clothing & Heat-resistant body covering. If clothing or footwear becomes contaminated with product, completely
footwear decontaminate it before re-use, or discard it.
The information contained in this form is based on data from sources considered to be reliable but Irving Oil Limited does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness thereof. The
information is provided as a service to the persons purchasing or using the material to which it refers and Irving Oil Limited expressly disclaims all liability for loss or damage including
consequential loss or for injury to persons including death. The information shall not be reproduced, published or distributed in any manner without prior consent in writing of Irving Oil
Limited.
Product Name:
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Sulphur
(3440)
Enclose processes. Use local exhaust ventilation to remove vapour at its site of generation. Handle laboratory
Engineering
controls samples in a fume hood. Use mechanical ventilation in confined spaces.
Avoid heating open containers of product so as to minimize vapour production and accumulation. Use non-
Handling
procedures & sparking equipment, explosion-proof ventilation, and intrinsically safe electrical equipment. Ground handling
equipment equipment. Have clean emergency eyewash and shower readily available in the work area.
Leak & spill Keep unauthorized persons away Eliminate all sources of ignition. Ventilate area. When spilled in a molten
Procedure form, contain if possible by forming barrier and allow spilled material to solidify. Small dry spills may be
carefully shoveled into a clean, dry, covered container for recovery or later disposal. Large spills of solid
material may be wetted down with water and diked for later disposal. May be covered with inert material, such
as limestone, while awaiting recovery or disposal. Prevent entry into sewers or waterways.
Waste disposal Consult local authorities for advice.
Storage
Tightly-closed containers. Cool, well-ventilated area, protected from damage. No oxidizers or ignition sources.
Shipping May be transported in molten form.
SECTION 9 鈥? PREPARATION DATE OF MSDS
Irving Oil Limited, Refining Division (506) 202-3000
Prepared by Phone
November 16, 2006 (506) 202-2000
Revision date To re-order MSDS, phone
The information contained in this form is based on data from sources considered to be reliable but Irving Oil Limited does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness thereof. The
information is provided as a service to the persons purchasing or using the material to which it refers and Irving Oil Limited expressly disclaims all liability for loss or damage including
consequential loss or for injury to persons including death. The information shall not be reproduced, published or distributed in any manner without prior consent in writing of Irving Oil
Limited.
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