MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 31, 2002

HMIS Hazard

4 – Extreme                  Health              2

3 – High                       Fire                  0

2 – Moderate               Reactivity         0

1 – Slight                      Other

0 - Least

 
 
Emergency       CHEMTREC              800-424-9300

Phones:            Wausau Chemical         715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 
 
 

 

 


NAME:            FERRIC SULFATE-60%

FORMULA:                Fe2 (SO4 )3       M.W. =399.88

SYNONYMS:             Iron (III Sulfate), Iron Persulfate

MANUFACTURER:   Midland Resources Inc.

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 
 
 

 

 


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

FERRIC SULFATE                             10028-22-5     60.0%              1 mg/m3                                NO

SULFURIC ACID                               7664-93-9       <0.5%              1 mg/m3                        NO

 

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
 
 

 

 


Appearance:                 Reddish brown solution Boiling Point (oF):                                 220-235 oF

Odor:                           Slight odor                                Freezing Point (oF):                               -50 oF

pH:                               0.1 to 1.50                               Specific Gravity (H2O=1 @ 70oF):       1.580

Water solubility:            Very soluble                             Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20oC: NA

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

Evaporation Rate (Ether = 1)                ND

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

 

 
 
 

 


Flash Point (Method):               None                Explosive Limits: Lower            None    Upper              None   

Flammable Limits:                     None                Auto Ignition Temperature:        None

Extinguishing Media:                 Dry Chemical, Water spray, Carbon dioxide

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Use water spray or foam in large fires, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                   Dangerous and irritating sulfur dioxide fumes may be present in fire involving this substance.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

 
 
 

 


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

Conditions to Avoid:                 None known.

Materials to Avoid:                   Corrosive to cast iron, bronze, copper, its alloys, galvanized steel

Decomposition Products:          When heated to decomposition, toxic sulfur dioxide, sulfur trioxide, and iron oxide fumes are produced

 

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID
 
 

 


Carcinogen:      No

 

EYES:              Severely corrosive. May cause burns to the inner eyelids. Use chemical goggles when handling this product. In the event of contact flush with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

SKIN:              Corrosive to the skin. Can cause skin irritation or acid burns on prolonged or repeated contact. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling this product. In the event of contact wash with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Mist can cause severe irritation of the respiratory system.

 

INGESTION:              Corrosive to the mouth, esophagus and mucous membranes. Drink large amounts water. Get immediate medical attention. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING!

 

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:            Neutralize with sodium bicarbonate or soda ash. Transfer to an EPA approved container.  When neutralized dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Prevent run-off onto public land and waterways.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep containers tightly closed. Store at ambient temperatures.

 

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

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse thoroughly with water. 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. (Ferric Sulfate                                                                                 Solution), 8, UN3264, PG II RQ = 1000 lbs

 

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

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