It is a colorless to slightly yellow viscous liquid which is soluble in water at all concentrations. Other pertinent literature is also presented, but is described in less detail than the key studies. Sulfuric acid 7664 93 9 persistence and degradability biodegradability. Where there is a danger of spilling or splashing, acid resistant aprons or suits should be worn.
Under severe exposure or emergency conditions, wear acid resistant clothing, gloves, and boots. In metal mining, sulfuric acid is used to leach copper oxide minerals. Immediately flush with warm, running water, including under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Study of the sulfur trioxide generation mechanism and. Nitramide decomposes explosively on contact with concentrated sulfuric acid. Sulfuric acid 7664 93 9 lc50 fish 1 42 mgl 96 h, gambusia affinis ec50 daphnia 1 29 mgl 24 h, daphnia magna 12. Sulfuric acid is used in hair coloring and bleaching products.
Cameo chemicals sulfuric acid, with corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n. Homogeneous nucleation of sulfuric acid and water mixture. The historical name of this acid is oil of vitriol. The atsdr toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects information for the hazardous substance described here. The international agency for research on cancer iarc has determined that occupational exposure to strong inorganic acid mists containing sulfuric acid is carcinogenic to humans. Contact between sulfuric acid and water may generate large amounts of heat. Sulfuric acid is sometimes also used in drinking water treatment facilities to remove impurities and create an improved taste. Apr 04, 2017 forms of sulfuric acid although 100% sulfuric acid can be made, this loses so3 at the boiling point to produce 98. Safety data sheet according to 29cfr19101200 and ghs rev. Have victim rinse mouth with water, then give one to two glasses of water to drink. Tsca inventory status all ingredients are listed on the tsca inventory. Sulfuric acid h 2 so 4 is the most commonly known acid in the world of chemistry, and the contact process for the production of sulfuric acid is one of the most important processes in the inorganic chemical industry 2. Sulfuric acid or oil of vitrol 7664939 6100% sulphuric acid 4 first aid measures skin. Pdf story of an hrs sulfuric acid unit researchgate.
This share is expected to increase through 2022, even. The absorbent was selected to remove sulfur trioxide and sulfuric acid using wet type desulfurization system which the most proven technology at this moment. This fact sheet is one in a series of summaries about hazardous substances and their health effects. Nonvolatile acids sulfuric acid and phosphoric acid. High levels of acid mist are also irritating to the skin and eyes. Firstaid measures general advice show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Sulfuric acid treatment processes to recover, purify, concentrate or dilute sulfuric acid. Precautionary statements p280 wear protective gloves protective clothing eye protection face protection. The 98% grade is also more stable for storage, making it the usual form for concentrated sulfuric acid. Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal. Other concentrations of sulfuric acid are used for different purposes.
Transportation information this product is a regulated material for domestic ground transporation, per cfr title 49. Sometimes, it is dyed dark brown during production to alert people to its hazards. May cause damage to teeth through prolonged and repeated exposure to sulphuric acid mists. Us dot un2796, sulfuric acid, 8, pg ii tdg un2796, sulfuric acid, 8, pg ii imdg un2796, sulfuric acid, 8, pg ii marine pollutant no iataicao un2796, sulfuric acid, 8, pg ii. Following this step, the sulfur dioxide is converted to sulfur trioxide, using a catalyst. Sulfuric acid sulphuric acid, with more than 51% acid corrosive label. In oil refineries, it is often used as a catalyst in the crea.
Its most common use is in the manufacture of nitroglycerin and similar nitrate esters for explosives and propellants. Use of sulphuric acid as an intermediate in manufacture of. Sulfuric acid, sulphuric acid, oil of vitriol, dihydrogen sulfate, 7664939, battery acid, dipping acid, mattling acid, h2so4, acide sulfurique discover 3d prints browse 3dprintable models. Safety showers and eyewash stations should be installed in storage and handling areas. Safety data sheet spent acid sinclair oil corporation. Material safety data sheet university of louisville. Sulfuric acid may react with most metals, especially when dilute, to produce extremely flammable and potentially explosive hydrogen gas which can form explosive mixtures with air. First aid measures always seek professional medical attention after first aid measures are provided. The entire operations were managed through 284 files, 187 registers and 92 digitalized formats. Eye contact rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Most raw materials meet or exceed the specifications established by the american chemical society. Safety data sheet according to federal register vol. Immediately flush eyes with excess water for 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Sulfuric acid is listed by the ntp as known human carcinogen for strong inorganic acid mists containing sulfuric acid and by the iarc as group 1, known human carcinogen for stronginorganic acid mists containing sulfuric a 14.
The ability of sulfuric acid to cause cancer in laboratory animals has not been studied. Gebers method and greener synthesis of sulfuric acid. Safety data sheet according to the us hazard communication standard 29 cfr 191 0. Sulphuric acid 98% material safety data sheet issu e date.
In areas where water and sulfuric acid solutions are handled in concentrations greater than 1%, emergency eyewash stations and. Its important you understand this information because this substance may harm you. Sulfuric acid has many industrial purposes and is produced in greater quantities than any other chemical worldwide. Material safety data sheet sulfuric acid 66 deg be version 1. Sulfuric acid is one of the largestvolume industrial chemicals produced in the world. It is a pungentethereal, colorless to slightly yellow viscous liquid that is soluble in water at all concentrations. Firstaid measures description of first aid measures do not induce vomiting. Sulphuric acid cas no 7664939 material safety data sheet sds msds. Mixed acid industrial grade product description mixed acid is a blend of strong nitric acid 98% and oleum sulfuric acid saturated with sulfur trioxide that is designed as a nitrating reagent for industrial nitration processes. Acgih threshold limit values components type value form sulfuric acid cas twa 0. In areas where water and sulfuric acid solutions are handled in concentrations.
The production of sulfuric acid and water vapor mixture, the experimental setup and the method of sulfuric acid concentration determination are discussed in detail. Sulfuric acid is not listed as a carcinogen by osha, ntp, iarc, acgih or the eu. Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Use in other applications may result in higher exposures and require additional controls, such as. Standards for owners and operators of hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities spent sulfuric acid unknown.
Iarc has not classified pure sulfuric acid for its carcinogenic effects. No component of this product present at levels greater than or. Sulfuric acid may ignite combustibles advice for firefighters. December 15, 2003 sulfuric acid page 2 of 5 section 4. In addition, sulfuric acid is used extensively in the chemical industry, whether in fiber production, hydrofluoric acid production, chlorine drying or one of many other applications. Forms of sulfuric acid although 100% sulfuric acid can be made, this loses so3 at the boiling point to produce 98.
Sulfuric acid, acs safety data sheet according to federal register vol. Sulphuric acid material safety data sheet cas no 7664939. Chronic inhalation of acid mist may cause pitting and erosion of tooth enamel. Typical areas of application are in the production of fertilizers and pigments as well as metal ore leaching. Add additional extraction solution into the vessel until a final volume of 5 ml is reached. It is an odorless, clear to dark brown, oily liquid that is corrosive. The greatest potential for release of sulfuric acid from electric storage batteries would occur during routine maintenance procedures. Dscl eec all ingredients are listed on the dscl inventory. Sulfuric acid mist found depending on the flue gas temperature. Sulfuric acid is a highly corrosive strong mineral acid with the molecular formula h2so4. Inhalation of sulfuric acid mist or fumes may produce irritation of the nose, throat and respirator y tract. Under severe exposure or emergency conditions, wear acidresistant clothing, gloves, and boots.
Sulfuric acid is used in almost all industrial sectors. Generation and conversion rate of sulfur trioxide were measured according to temperature. Concentrated sulfuric acid will react with many organic materials and may cause fire due to the heat of the reaction. Method 7908, issue 1, dated 20 may 2014 page 3 of 5 solution 0. For more information, call the atsdr information center at 18884228737. It finds numerous applications as in the production of fertilizers, explosives, plastic polyurethanes, esterification of intermediates, dyes and also within the iron and steel industries. Wall losses were estimated from the measured sulfuric acid concentration pro. Sulfuric acid is one of the worlds most widely used chemicals. Sulfuric acid content wt, % min 94,0 molecular weight gmol 98, 08 melting point c 35 boiling point c 270 toxicological data ld 50 oral, rat. An interlaboratory study with 26 participants found negligible biases and interlaboratory relative standard deviations of 12 to 15% for sulfuric acid and phosphoric acid concentrations between 0. The product may affect the acidity phfactor in water with risecotoxicity k of harmful effects to aquatic. Sep 26, 2019 toxicological profile for sulfur trioxide and sulfuric acid. It is unlikely the entire quantity of sulfuric acid could be released unless catastrophic destruction of the facility were to occur. The production of fertilizers, especially phosphate fertilizers from wetprocess phosphoric acid, is the major enduse market for sulfuric acid, accounting for over 60% of total world consumption in 2017.
In the contact process sulfuric acid is produced through the reaction of sulfur trioxide so 3 and water. Sulfuric acid is listed by the ntp as known human carcinogen for strong inorganic acid mists containing sulfuric acid and by the iarc as group 1, known human carcinogen for stronginorganicacid mists containing sulfuric a 14. Pocket guide to chemical hazards components type value sulfuric acid cas twa 1 mgm3 7664939 biological limit values no biological exposure limits noted for the. Sulfuric acid chemical economics handbook ceh ihs markit. Sulfuric acid is an inorganic acid that functions as a ph adjuster and buffering agent. Greater sudbury emergency response committeecommittee.
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