ICSC 0996 - FLUOROSULFONIC ACID

FLUOROSULFONIC ACID

ICSC: 0996
_{Peer-Review Status: 19.10.2005 Validated}

Fluorosulfuric acid
Fluorosulphuric acid

CAS #: 7789-21-1 RTECS #: LP0715000
UN #: 1777
EC #: 016-018-00-7
EINECS #: 232-149-4

Formula: FHO₃S
Molecular mass: 100.1

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO contact with flammables.	NO water. In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION			In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water.

EXPOSURE		AVOID ALL CONTACT!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation	Sore throat. Cough. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Serious skin burns. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Sore throat. Burning sensation. Nausea. Vomiting. Abdominal cramps. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable plastic containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.

Unbreakable packaging.
Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
EC Classification
Symbol: C; R: 20-35; S: (1/2)-26-45
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 8; UN Pack Group: I
GHS Classification

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-80GC1-I.	Dry. Well closed. Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Attacks many metals. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). The substance is a strong acid. It reacts violently with bases and is corrosive. Reacts violently with water. This produces sulfuric acid and hydrogen fluoride. See Notes. Attacks glass in the presence of moisture.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):.

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation of the vapour or aerosol may cause lung oedema. See Notes.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 163°C Melting point: -89°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.7 Solubility in water: reaction Vapour pressure, kPa at 25°C: 0.33 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.4	This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to aquatic organisms.

NOTES

The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort.
Rest and medical observation is therefore essential.
Occupational exposures to mists and vapours from sulfuric acid are carcinogenic to humans.
NEVER pour water into this substance; when dissolving or diluting always add it slowly to the water.

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