Sulfur
SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 PRODUCT AND SUPPLIER IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Sulfur Powder
Formula: S
Supplier: ESPI Metals
1050 Benson Way
Ashland, OR 97520
Telephone: 800-638-2581
Fax: 541-488-8313
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Emergency: Infotrac 800-535-5053 (US) or 352-323-3500 (24 hour)
Recommended Uses: Scientific Research
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GHS Classification (29 CFR 1910.1200): Flammable solids, category 2.
GHS Label Elements:
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: H228 Flammable solid.
Precautionary Statements: P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking, P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient: Sulfur
CAS#: 7704-34-9
%: 100
EC#: 016-094-00-1
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
General Measures: Remove patient from area of exposure.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
INGESTION: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash affected area with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
EYES: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, including under upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
Most Important Symptoms/Effects, Acute and Delayed: May cause irritation. See section 11 for more information.
Indication of Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment: No other relevant information available.
5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media: Use Class D dry powder or carbon dioxide extinguishing agents, sand, fine water spray or water fog.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use solid water stream.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Material: Loose sulfur dust, when heated and exposed to a source of ignition, can burn in the open or be explosive in confined spaces. May emit toxic fumes of sulfur oxide under fire conditions. Can melt and flow in a fire situation.
Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: Full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures: Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section 8. Isolate spill area and provide ventilation. Avoid breathing dust or fume. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up: Cover with damp, absorbent, inert material such as sand or soil. Sweep or vacuum up spill using a vacuum rated for combustible metal dusts equipped with a HEPA filter. Place in properly labeled closed container for further handling and disposal. Avoid creating dusts. Use only non-sparking tools and natural bristle brushes.
Environmental Precautions: Do not flush to sewer, stream, or other bodies of water. Do not allow to enter drains or to be released to the environment.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling: Handle in an enclosed, controlled process. Avoid creating dust. Provide adequate ventilation if dusts are created. Use non-sparking tools. Protect from sources of ignition. Avoid breathing dust or fumes. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. See section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Store in a tightly-closed container away from sources of heat or ignition. Do not store together with oxidizers or halogens. See section 10 for more information on incompatible materials.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits: Sulfur
OSHA/PEL: No exposure limit established
ACGIH/TLV: No exposure limit established
Appropriate Engineering Controls: Handle in an enclosed, controlled process. Whenever possible the use of local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls is the preferred method of controlling exposure to airborne dust and fume to meet established occupational exposure limits. Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air.
Individual Protection Measures, Such as Personal Protective Equipment:
Respiratory Protection: When potential exposures are above the occupational limits, approved respirators must be used.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side shields.
Skin Protection: Wear impermeable gloves, protective work clothing.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance:
Form: Powder
Color: Yellow
Odor: Rotten egg odor
Odor Threshold: No data
pH: N/A
Melting Point: 119 oC
Boiling Point: 444 oC
Flash Point: 207 oC
Evaporation Rate: N/A
Flammability: Flammable solid
Upper Flammable Limit: 1400 g/m3
Lower Flammable Limit: 35 g/m3
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @ 183.8 oC
Vapor Density: N/A
Relative Density (Specific Gravity): 2.07 g/cc
Solubility in H2O: Insoluble
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Autoignition Temperature: 232 oC
Decomposition Temperature: No data
Viscosity: N/A
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity: No data
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Flammable in the form of dust when exposed to sparks or flame.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, flame. Dusting conditions
Incompatible Materials: Oxidizing agents, reducing agents, bases, halogens, halides, alkali metals, finely divided metals, mineral acids, ammonia, metal salts. Will corrode damp steel.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides, hydrogen sulfide.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eyes.
Symptoms of Exposure: May cause irritation.
Acute and Chronic Effects: May cause transient irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Acute Toxicity: No data
Carcinogenicity: NTP: Not identified as carcinogenic IARC: Not identified as carcinogenic
To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological characteristics of the substance are not fully known.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity: No data
Persistence and Degradability: No data
Bioaccumulative Potential: No data
Mobility in Soil: No data
Other Adverse Effects: Do not allow material to be released to the environment. No further relevant information available.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method:
Product: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
Packaging: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Shipping Regulations: (BULK QUANTITIES ONLY)
International:
Identification Number: UN1350
UN Proper Shipping Name: Sulfur
Transport Hazard Class: 4.1
Packing Group: III
Domestic (US):
Identification Number: NA1350
UN Proper Shipping Name: Sulfur
Transport Hazard Class: 9
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Warning: Flammable solid.
Note: Sulfur is not subject to hazardous shipping requirements if transported in a non-bulk packaging or if formed to a specific shape (for example, prills, granules, pellets, pastilles, or flakes).
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA Listed: All components are listed.
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP): Flammable solids, category 2.
Canada WHMIS Classification (CPR, SOR/88-66): Flammable solids.
HMIS Ratings: Health: 1 Flammability: 1 Physical: 0
NFPA Ratings: Health: 2 Flammability: 1 Instability: 0
Chemical Safety Assessment: A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained in this document is based on the state of our knowledge at the time of publication and is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI Metals makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. ESPI Metals shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. Users should satisfy themselves that they have all current data relevant to their particular use.
Prepared by: ESPI Metals
Revised/Reviewed: July 2015