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Sulfur (cas 7704-34-9) MSDS

1. 1.1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Product identifiers
Product name Product Number Brand CAS-No. : : : : :

Sulfur
84683 7704-34-9 Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

1.2 2. 2.1

Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Classification of the substance or mixture Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
Skin irritation (Category 2)

Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC

Irritating to skin.

2.2

Label elements Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]

Pictogram Signal word Hazard statement(s) H315 Precautionary statement(s) Supplemental Hazard Statements Hazard symbol(s) R-phrase(s) R38 S-phrase(s) S46 Warning Causes skin irritation. none none

According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.

Irritating to skin. If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.

2.3 3. 3.1

Other hazards - none COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substances

Synonyms Formula Molecular Weight Component : : : sulfur (Aerosol) S 32,07 g/mol Concentration 7704-34-9 231-722-6 -

Sulfur
CAS-No. EC-No.

4. 4.1

FIRST AID MEASURES Description of first aid measures General advice

Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact

Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

4.2

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting., Dermatitis

4.3 5. 5.1

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

no data available

FIREFIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

5.2 5.3 5.4 6. 6.1

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Sulphur oxides

Advice for firefighters

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

Further information
no data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.

6.2 6.3

Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

6.4 7. 7.1

Reference to other sections

For disposal see section 13.

HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

7.2 7.3 8. 8.1 8.2

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Specific end uses

no data available

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Control parameters Components with workplace control parameters Exposure controls Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

Personal protective equipment Eye/face protection

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and

the standard EN 374 derived from it.

Body Protection
impervious clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Respiratory protection
For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

9. 9.1

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance b) Odour c) Odour Threshold Form: flakes Colour: light yellow slight no data available

d) pH no data available e) Melting point/freezing Melting point/range: 118 - 120 C point f) Initial boiling point and 444,7 C boiling range g) Flash point 207 C - closed cup h) Evaporation rate no data available i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits k) Vapour pressure l) Vapour density m) Relative density n) Water solubility o) Partition coefficient: noctanol/water p) Autoignition temperature q) Decomposition temperature r) Viscosity s) Explosive properties t) Oxidizing properties Upper explosion limit: 6,83 %(V) Lower explosion limit: 0,17 %(V) 10 hPa at 246 C 1 hPa at 183,8 C no data available 2,05 g/cm3 at 20 C insoluble no data available 240 C no data available 8 mm2/s at 140 C no data available no data available

9.2

Other safety information

no data available

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1 Reactivity

no data available

10.2 Chemical stability

no data available

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

no data available

10.4 Conditions to avoid

no data available

10.5 Incompatible materials

Strong oxidizing agentsAmines, Bases

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Other decomposition products - no data available

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity
LDLO Oral - rabbit - 175 mg/kg LD50 Oral - rat - > 2.000 mg/kg LC50 Inhalation - rat - 4 h - > 9,23 mg/l LD50 Dermal - rabbit - > 2.000 mg/kg LDLO Intravenous - rat - 8 mg/kg LDLO Intravenous - rabbit - 5 mg/kg LDLO Intraperitoneal - guinea pig - 55 mg/kg LDLO Intravenous - dog - 10 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin - rabbit - No skin irritation

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

Eyes - rabbit - No eye irritation

Respiratory or skin sensitization

no data available

Germ cell mutagenicity

no data available

Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.

Reproductive toxicity
no data available

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure

no data available

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure

no data available

Aspiration hazard
no data available

Potential health effects Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting., Dermatitis

Additional Information
RTECS: Not available

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity to fish Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates no data available LC50 - Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) - > 180 mg/l - 96 h LC50 - other fish - 866 mg/l - 96 h EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - > 5.000 mg/l - 48 h

12.2 Persistence and degradability 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

no data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

no data available

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

no data available

12.6 Other adverse effects

no data available

13.

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste treatment methods Product

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.

Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION 14.1 UN number

ADR/RID: 1350 IMDG: 1350 IATA: 1350

14.2 UN proper shipping name

ADR/RID: SULPHUR IMDG: SULPHUR IATA: Sulphur

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID: 4.1 IMDG: 4.1 IMDG: III IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: 4.1 IATA: III IATA: no

14.4 Packaging group

ADR/RID: III

14.5 Environmental hazards

ADR/RID: no

14.6 Special precautions for user

no data available

15.

REGULATORY INFORMATION
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
no data available

15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment

no data available

16.

OTHER INFORMATION Further information

The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information this document is based on the resent state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. guidechem shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.