Extinguishing media - Dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Special procedures - Wear self-contained (positive pressure if available) breathing apparatus and special protective clothing
FIRE/Explosion hazards and hazardous decomposition products - May react violently with water. May react with metals to produce hydrogen gas. May ignite combustible materials. May emit toxic fumes of sulfur oxides.
Nfpa code - Health - 1
Flammability - 0
Reactivity - 0
Specific - NA
Conditions to avoid - Extreme heat, temperatures.
Health hazard data
Ingredient - Sulfuric acid
Toxicity - LD50(orl-rat) - 2000 mg/kg
PEL - 1 mg/m3
TLV - 1 mg/m3
Stel - 3 mg/m3
Route(s) of entry - Inhalation Ingestion X Skin X
Target organ(S) - Eyes, skin
Carcinogenicity - NTP No IARC No OSHA No
Health hazards and symptoms of exposure
EYES - Irritant. Contact may cause burns.
SKIN - Irritant. Contact may cause burns.
INGESTION - Irritant. May cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Inhalation - na
medical conditions aggravated by exposure - Eye and skin conditions
Precautionary measures
Protective equipment - General purpose gloves, safety glasses, lab coat
Handling - Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing chemical. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage - Cool, dry area. Avoid direct sunlight
Emergency and first aid procedures
Eye and skin contact - Immediately flush eyes with water for 20 minutes or until chemical is removed. Call physician. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
INGESTION - Give large amounts of water or large amounts of water with milk of magnesia. Call physician. Do not induce vomiting. do not give anything by mouth to a person who is unconscious, rapidly losing consciousness, or convulsing
Spill and disposal procedures
Spill or release - Neutralize with soda ash. Absorb with vermiculite or other inert material.Containerize for later disposal.
DISPOSAL - Incineration or other method to comply with all local, state, and federal regulations.