MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

Wausau Chemical Corporation, 2001 N. River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

                                                                                Last Revision:                        July 8, 2009

HMIS Hazard

4 – Extreme                 Health              2

3 – High                      Fire                 0

2 – Moderate               Reactivity        0

1 – Slight                     Other

0 - Least

 
 
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Phones:            Wausau Chemical        715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 
 
 

 

 


NAME:                       ALUMINUM SULFATE-48%

FORMULA:                Al2(SO4)3–14H2 O  M.W. = 594

SYNONYMS:             Liquid Alum

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 
 
 

 

 


HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL               CAS #             PERCENT       PEL/TWA       SARA III, SEC 313       

Aluminum Sulfate-14H2O                    10043-01-3     48.0-48.5%     2 mg/m3                       NO

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
 
 

 

 


Appearance: Clear, light green or amber liquid          Boiling Point (oF):                                                214 oF

Odor:                     Odorless                                        Freezing Point (oF):                             +5 oF

pH:                        3.5 (approx)                                  Specific Gravity (H2O=1 @ 70oF):                              1.335

Water solubility:         Complete                                 Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20oC:           NA

Vapor Density (air=1) :           NA                              Volatile Organic (VOC) content:        NA

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)             NA

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

 

 
 
 

 


Flash Point (Method):             N/A                 Explosive Limits: Lower        N/A     Upper              N/A    

Flammable Limits:                  N/A                 Auto Ignition Temperature:     N/A

Extinguishing Media:              Non-flammable. Use extinguishing agents suitable for surrounding fire.

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:          Wear chemical protective clothing and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Use water spray to keep containers cool.

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                            None known.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

 
 
 

 


Stable:   X  Unstable:              Hazardous Polymerization:   Occurs:              Does not Occur:            X

 

Conditions to Avoid:               When evaporated to dryness, product residue shouldn’t be exposed to temperatures above 1400oF, toxic and corrosive gases may occur.

 

Materials to Avoid:                 Alkalies and water-reactive materials; such as oleum: causes exothermic reactions.

 

Decomposition Products:        Not Known.

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID
 
 

 


Carcinogen:     No

 

EYES:             Mild to moderate eye irritant. May cause eyes to burn. Wash thoroughly with clean water for 15 minutes. Use chemical goggles when handling this product. Do not wear contact lenses. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

 

SKIN:              Can cause skin irritation on repeated or prolonged contact. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling this product Wash thoroughly with clean water for 15 minutes, while removing contaminated clothing. If irritation persists, get medical attention.

 

INHALATION:           Mist or vapors can cause irritation of the respiratory system. Remove promptly to fresh air. If symptoms occur, get medical attention.

 

INGESTION:              Corrosive to the mouth, esophagus and mucous membranes. Drink large amounts of water. Do Not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.

 

IN ALL CASES:         GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IF ADVERSE EFFECTS PERSIST

 

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:     Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion.

 

HYGIENE:      Wash hands and face before eating or drinking. Wash soiled clothing before wearing again              if contact occurs.

SECTION 7 – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING, STORAGE AND USE
 
 

 

 


SPILLS AND LEAKS:            Contain to prevent loss to the environment. Absorb with soda ash, lime, or limestone. Provide adequate ventilation, carbon dioxide gas could be released. Collect excess material. Flush any residual to a sanitary sewer.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:          Keep containers tightly closed. Store in cool area.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:              Follow recommendations of local, state and federal regulations.

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Replace and firmly tighten closures. Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 
 
 

 

 


DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:                  Corrosive Liquid, Acidic, Inorganic, N.O.S

                                                                        (Aluminum Sulfate Solution), 8, UN 3264, PG III

 

LABEL REQUIRED                                       Corrosive

The information contained herein is given in good faith, but no warranty, representation, inducement or license of any kind is made, except that the information is accurate to the best of Wausau Chemical Corporation’s knowledge, or is obtained from sources believed by Wausau Chemical Corporation to be reliable and accurate. Wausau Chemical Corporation does not assume any legal responsibility for use or reliance upon the information being furnished. Customers are encouraged to conduct their own tests. Before using any product, read the container label directions as well as the Material Safety Data Sheet.
 
 

 

 

 

 

 


ND – Not Determined             NA – Not Applicable              NE – Not Established