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Date of Issue : Oct 1998 1. IDENTIFICATION
General Product Name : ALUMINIUM SULPHATE Other Names : ALUM ; CAKE ALUM UN No. : N/A Dangerous Goods Class : None Allocated Subsidiary Risk : None Allocated Hazchem Code : N/A Pack Group : 0 EPG : N/A Poisons Schedule : N/A Uses : Sizing paper, lakes, alums, dyeing mordant, foaming agent in fire foams, cloth fireproofing, white leather tannage, catalyst in manufacturing ethane, pH control in paper industry, waterproofing agent for concrete, clarifier for fats and oils, lubricating compositions, deodoriser and decolouriser in petroleum refining, sewage precipitating agent and for water purification, food additive.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : White lustrous crystals, granules or powder. Formula : Al2(SO4)3 Boiling Point : N/A deg C Melting Point : 86 deg C Vapour Pressure : N/A Specific Gravity : 1.7 (water = 1) Flash Point : N/A pH : 3.1 (1% in H2O) Solubility in water : 280 g/l (25 deg C) Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air) Lower Explosion Limit : N/A Upper Explosion Limit : N/A 1.2 Other Properties
No data available 1.3 Ingredients
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute Swallowed
May cause abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Concentrated solutions (over 20%) can cause burns of the mouth, bleeding stomach, incoordination, muscle spasms and kidney injury. Eye
Dust can cause irritation and inflammation of the eyes. Concentrated solutions may cause severe eye damage. Skin
Dust and concentrated solutions can cause irritation, especially of open cuts. Inhaled
Dust forms sulphuric acid in contact with moisture in air or in tissues; can cause sore throat, coughing and irritation of nose and throat. High concentrations may cause congestion and constriction of airways. 2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
Prolonged exposure can cause irritation and numbing of the fingers. Repeated ingestion may cause phosphate deficiency, which can weaken bones. Ingested material is not easily absorbed. It reacts with phosphate, forming an insoluble compound which is readily passed out of the body. Inhaled dust may accumulate in the lungs until slowly cleared.
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
Never give anything bby mouth if victim is rapidly losing consciousness, or is unconscious or convulsing. Have victim rinse mouth thoroughly with water. DO NOT induce vomiting. If breathing has stopped, trained personnel should begin artificial respiration. If the heart has stopped begin CPR immediately.
Eye
Immediately flush the contaminated eyes with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 20 minutes, holding the eyelids open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the non-affected eye. If irritation persists, obtain medical attention immediately.
Skin
Flush contaminated area with lukewarm, gently running water for at least 20 minutes. Under running water, remove contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods. If irritation persists, obtain medical attention immediately.
Inhaled
If symptoms are experienced, remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. Obtain medical advice immediately.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically based on judgement of doctor and individual reactions of patient.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Oral LD50 = 1930 mg/kg (Rat) Dermal LD50 = not available Inhalation LC50 = not available
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
Threshold Limit Value (TLV) : 2 mg/m3 as Aluminium
3.2 Engineering Controls
Use general or local exhaust ventilation to meet TLV requirements.
3.3 Personal Protection
Use safety glasses with side shields. Use a dust mask or respirator with dust cartridge. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling and before work breaks, eating, drinking, smoking and using toilet facilities.
3.4 Flammability
Not flammable SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Store in a cool dry place away from structural steel. Keep containers tightly closed. Avoid dust formation.
4.2 Packaging / Labelling UN No. N/A Class None Allocated Sub Risk None Allocated Hazchem Code N/A Pack Group 0 EPG No. N/A Shipping Name ALUMINIUM SULPHATE Hazard
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid dust formation.
Carefully vacuum or sweep up spill and place in suitable containers for reuse or disposal.
Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations at an approved waste disposal facility.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fire / Explosion
Forms aluminium oxide and sulphur trioxide at temperatures above 650 deg C. Hazardous polymerisation is not expected.
Extinguishing Media
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Use equipment/media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions. 5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
No data available
5.1 Contact Points
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