ICSC 0751 - COPPER SULFATE (anhydrous)

COPPER SULFATE (anhydrous)	ICSC: 0751 (October 2001)
Cupric sulphate Sulfuric acid, copper(2+) salt(1:1)

CAS #: 7758-98-7

EC Number: 231-847-6

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness. Pain.	Protective gloves.	Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Blurred vision.	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	Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Well closed. Dry.
PACKAGING

COPPER SULFATE (anhydrous)

ICSC: 0751

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Reacts violently with hydroxylamine. This generates fire hazard. Reacts with magnesium. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). Attacks iron and zinc in the presence of water.	Formula: CuSO₄ Molecular mass: 159.6 Decomposes at 650°C Density: 3.6 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 20.3

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Reacts violently with hydroxylamine. This generates fire hazard. Reacts with magnesium. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). Attacks iron and zinc in the presence of water.

Formula: CuSO₄
Molecular mass: 159.6
Decomposes at 650°C
Density: 3.6 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 20.3

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is severely irritating to the eyes and skin. The aerosol is irritating to the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Ingestion could cause effects on the blood, kidneys and liver. This may result in haemolytic anaemia, kidney impairment and liver impairment.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged inhalation of the aerosol may cause effects on the lungs. Ingestion may cause effects on the liver.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes and skin. The aerosol is irritating to the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Ingestion could cause effects on the blood, kidneys and liver. This may result in haemolytic anaemia, kidney impairment and liver impairment.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged inhalation of the aerosol may cause effects on the lungs. Ingestion may cause effects on the liver.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: (respirable fraction): 0.01 mg/m³; peak limitation category: II(2); pregnancy risk group: C

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur along the food chain, for example in fish. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 22-36/38-50/53; S: (2)-22-60-61

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