ALTIVIA Chemicals
LLC 1100 Louisiana, Ste. 4800
Houston, TX 77002
USA (713) 658-9000
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
% Fe3+)22Ferric Sulfate 65% (
SECTION 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION
Product Name: Ferric Sulfate 22%
Molecular Formula: Fe2(S04)39H20
CAS #: 10028-22-5
Preparation Date (M/D/Y): 10/16/2015
Control #: A 2898
Revision Date (M/D/Y): 01/06/2017
Synonyms: Iron (III) Sulfate
Product Use: Water and wastewater treatment; Odor removal
ON INGREDIENTS SECTION 2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION
Exposure Limits Hazardous Ingredient(s) % (w/w) OSHA (PEL) ACGIH (TLV) Carcinogen CAS NO.
Sulfuric Acid < 0.25 1 mg/m3 (TWA) 0.2 mg/m3 thoracic fraction (TWA) IARC 1 ACGIH A2 7664-93-9
Ferric Sulfate 65 ± 5 (46 ± 5 as anhydrous) 1 mg/m3 Fe (TWA) 0.1 mg/m3 as persulfate (TWA) 1 mg/m3 as Fe (TWA) 10028-22-5
SECTION 3: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
APPEARANCE AND ODOR:
Color: red-brown
ALTIVIA Chemicals
LLC 1100 Louisiana, Ste. 4800
Houston, TX 77002
USA (713) 658-9000
Appearance: liquid
Odor: acidic
STATEMENTS OF HAZARD: WARNING! IRRITATING TO EYES, SKIN, RESPIRATORY AND DIGESTIVE TRACTS POTENTIAL HEALTH
EFFECTS EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE: Direct contact with this material may cause moderate to severe eye and moderate skin irritation.
The acute oral (rat) LD50 is estimated to be >400 mg/kg.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ferric Sulfate 65% (22% Fe3+)
Review/Update: January 6, 2017
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Obtain medical attention.
Do not induce vomiting.
Administer 250 – 300 ml water to dilute material in the stomach.
Skin Contact: In case of skin contact, wash affected areas of skin with soap and water.
If skin irritation persists, call a physician.
Inhalation: If breathing has stopped, trained personnel should administer artificial respiration.
If the heart has stopped, trained personnel should administer CPR.
Remove to fresh air.
ALTIVIA Chemicals
LLC 1100 Louisiana, Ste. 4800
Houston, TX 77002
USA (713) 658-9000
If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Obtain medical advice if there are persistent symptoms.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media: The substance is not combustible.
Use extinguishing media appropriate to the surrounding fire.
Protective Equipment: Wear full firefighting protective clothing.
See MSDS Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection).
Firefighters and others exposed, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Special Hazards: Sulfur oxides and/or toxic and flammable hydrogen sulfide may be formed under fire conditions.
Keep unnecessary people away.
Mechanical/Static Sensitivity Statements: None NOTE: Also see “Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity”
IDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESSECTION 6: ACC
Personal precautions: Restrict access until clean-up operations are complete.
Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment per Section 8.
Ensure trained personnel conduct clean up and wear Personal Protective Equipment per Section 8.
Stop leak if possible.
Avoid personal risk.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Small Spills – Absorb spill with clay or dry material or neutralize with lime, limestone or soda ash and collect in appropriate container for disposal.
ALTIVIA Chemicals
LLC 1100 Louisiana, Ste. 4800
Houston, TX 77002
USA (713) 658-9000
Neutralization with soda ash can generate carbon dioxide so additional ventilation may be necessary.
Large Spills – Prevent entry into sewers and confined areas.
Dike, if possible. Keep unnecessary people away, isolate non-reactive dry materials and collect in appropriate container for disposal.
Neutralize spill residuals carefully with lime, limestone, or soda ash and collect in suitable container for disposal.
Flush area with water.
This could generate carbon dioxide so additional ventilation may be necessary. * Notify Authorities if release exceeds reportable quantity per Section 15.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE HANDLING
Precautionary Measures:
Do not get in eyes.
Handle with caution.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
See MSDS for details.
Special Handling Statements: Review the label, this MSDS and any other applicable information before use.
Keep separated from incompatible substances.
Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment per Section 8.
Handle only with equipment, materials and supplies specified by their manufacturer as being compatible and appropriate for use with this product.
STORAGE
ALTIVIA Chemicals
LLC 1100 Louisiana, Ste. 4800
Houston, TX 77002
USA (713) 658-9000
Prevent material from coming in contact with common metals.
Ensure that all storage vessels are labeled.
Avoid skin and eye contact.
Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Store only in dry rubber-lined, plastic, FRP or stainless steel (304,316).
Keep storage temperatures between 10° and 30°C.
Store away from incompatible materials such as alkalis.
Keep smaller containers (drums and totes) tightly closed when not in use or when empty.
Product should be used within one year.
Storage facilities should have secondary containment as required by law or regulation.
Storage tanks, piping and offloading points should be labeled with appropriate signage to avoid accidents.
Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (vapors, liquid); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
OSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTIONSECTION 8: EXP
Engineering Measures:
A ventilation system of local/general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposure below the Airborne Exposure Limits.
Ensure that eyewash station and safety showers are proximal to the workstation location.
Respiratory Protection:
ALTIVIA Chemicals
LLC 1100 Louisiana, Ste. 4800
Houston, TX 77002
USA (713) 658-9000
Where exposures are below the established exposure limit, no respiratory protection is required.
Where exposures exceed the established exposure limit, use respiratory protection recommended for the material and level of exposure.
Eye Protection:
Provide eye wash fountain and safety shower in close proximity to points of potential exposure.
Wear eye/face protection such as chemical splash proof goggles or face shield. Prevent eye and skin contact.
Skin Protection:
Prevent contamination of skin or clothing when removing protective equipment. Wear impermeable gloves and suitable protective clothing.
Additional Advice:
Before eating, drinking, or smoking wash face and hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Food, beverages, and tobacco products should not be carried, stored, or consumed where this material is in use.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Color red-brown
Appearance Liquid
Odor Acidic
Boiling Point 105-110°C (220-230°F)
Melting Point < -18°C (0°F)
Vapor Pressure Not Available
Specific Gravity 1.55 – 1.63 @25°C
ALTIVIA Chemicals
LLC 1100 Louisiana, Ste. 4800
Houston, TX 77002
USA (713) 658-9000
Percent Volatile (% by wt.) ~50
pH < 2.0
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