CHLOROSULFONIC ACID
ICSC: 1039 |
Sulfuric chlorohydrin Chlorosulfuric acid ClHO3S / SO2(OH)Cl Molecular mass: 116.52 ICSC # 1039 | CAS # 7790-94-5 RTECS # FX5730000 UN # 1754 EC # 016-017-00-1 October 16, 2001 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO contact with alcohol, combustibles, reducing agents and water. | In case of fire in the surroundings: powder, carbon dioxide NO water . |
EXPLOSION | Risk of fire and explosion on contact with many substances. | In case of fire: cool drums, etc., by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water. | |
EXPOSURE | PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! AVOID ALL CONTACT! | IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |
INHALATION | Sore throat. Cough. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes). | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Pain. Redness. Serious skin burns. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention. |
EYES | Pain. Redness. Severe deep burns. | Face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. Nausea. Shock or collapse. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Cautiously neutralize remainder with alkaline materials such as lime, crushed limestone, sodium bicarbonate, or soda ash. Then wash away with plenty of water. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. (Extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.) | Separated from food and feedstuffs . See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Well closed. | Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. C symbol R: 14-35-37 S: 1/2-26-45 UN Hazard Class: 8 UN Packing Group: I | ||
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Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation is therefore essential. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
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