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NILE CHEMICALS
Synonyms: alumimium sulphate
CAS No.: 10043-01-3 (Anhydrous) 7784-31-8 (Octadecahydrate)
Molecular Weight: 666.44
Chemical Formula: Al2(SO4)3.18H2O
Product Codes: 927
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous --------------------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------- Aluminum Sulfate 10043-01-3 98 - 100% Yes
Potential Health Effects
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This material hydrolyzes in water to form sulfuric acid, which is responsible for the irritating effects given below.
Inhalation:Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath.
Ingestion:Causes irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. There have been two cases of fatal human poisonings from ingestion of 30 grams of alum.
Skin Contact:Causes irritation to skin. Symptoms include redness, itching, and pain.
Eye Contact:Causes irritation, redness, and pain.
Chronic Exposure:No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:No information found.
Inhalation:Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion:If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give large quantities of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact:Wipe off excess material from skin then immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Eye Contact:Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention.
Fire:Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion:Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media:Keep in mind that addition of water can cause the formation of sulfuric acid.
Special Information:In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Keep unnecessary and unprotected people away from area of spill.
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage. Isolate from incompatible substances. Aluminum sulfate absorbs moisture and becomes a safety hazard when spilled because it absorbs moisture and becomes slippery. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
Airborne Exposure Limits:-OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL):
15 mg/m3 (TWA) total dust and 5 mg/m3 (TWA)respirable fraction for Aluminum metal as Al.
-ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):1 mg/m3 respirable fraction (TWA), Aluminum metal and Insoluble compounds, A4.
Ventilation System:A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):If the exposure limit is exceeded and engineering controls are not feasible, a half facepiece particulate respirator (NIOSH type N95 or better filters) may be worn for up to ten times the exposure limit or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest.. A full-face piece particulate respirator (NIOSH type N100 filters) may be worn up to 50 times the exposure limit, or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency, or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. If oil particles (e.g. lubricants, cutting fluids, glycerine, etc.) are present, use a NIOSH type R or P filter. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection:Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
Appearance:Colorless crystals.
Odor:Odorless.
Solubility:87 g/100 cc water @ 0C (32F).
Specific Gravity:1.69 @ 17C/4C
pH:No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):0
Boiling Point:No information found.
Melting Point:87C (189F) Decomposes.
Vapor Density (Air=1):No information found.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):No information found.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1):No information found.
Stability:Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Hydrolyzes to form dilute sulfuric acid. Toxic and corrosive oxides of sulfur may be formed when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization:Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:Corrosive to metals in the presence of water.
Conditions to Avoid:Moisture and incompatibles.
Anhydrous Material: Oral mouse LD50: 6207 mg/kg; Irritation eyes rabbit: 10 mg/24H severe; investigated as a mutagen and reproductive effector.
18-Hydrate: Oral mouse LD50: > 9 gm/kg; investigated as a mutagen.
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Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Aluminum Sulfate (10043-01-3) No No None
Environmental Fate:No information found.
Environmental Toxicity:No information found.
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
Not regulated.
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Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Aluminum Sulfate (10043-01-3) Yes Yes Yes Yes
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Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Aluminum Sulfate (10043-01-3) Yes Yes No No
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-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Aluminum Sulfate (10043-01-3) No No No No
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-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Aluminum Sulfate (10043-01-3) 5000 No No
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