Sulfuric Acid, 3M Safety Data Sheet

1 Safety Data SheetSulfuric Acid, 3 MPage 1 of 4 Sulfuric Acid, 3 MSection 1 Product DescriptionProduct Name: Sulfuric Acid, 3 MRecommended Use:Science education applicationsSynonyms:Oil of Vitriol, Sulphuric Acid, Sulfuric Acid 6 NDistributor:Carolina Biological Supply Company2700 York Road, Burlington, NC 272151-800-227-1150 Chemical Information:800-227-1150 (8am-5pm (ET) M-F)Chemtrec:800-424-9300 (Transportation Spill Response 24 hours)Section 2 Hazard IdentificationClassification of the chemical in accordance with paragraph (d) of ;DANGERC auses severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. May cause cancer. Harmful to aquatic Classification:Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1A, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1, Carcinogenicity Category 1A, Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Acute Category 3 Other Safety Precautions:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical Toxicity Dermal % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicitySection 3 Composition / Information on IngredientsChemical Name CAS # % Acid, Concentrated 4 First Aid MeasuresEmergency and First Aid ProceduresInhalation:IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for :IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.

2 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue Contact:IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before :IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce 5 Firefighting ProceduresExtinguishing Media:Use dry chemical, CO2 or appropriate Fighting Methods and Protection:Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and NIOSH approved self-contained breathing and/or Explosion Hazards:Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition Combustion Products:Sulfur containing gasesSection 6 Spill or Leak ProceduresSafety Data SheetSulfuric Acid, 3 MPage 2 of 4 Steps to Take in Case Material Is Released or Spilled:Exposure to the spilled material may be severely irritating or toxic. Follow personal protective equipment recommendations found in Section 8 of this SDS. Personal protective equipment needs must be evaluated based on information provided on this Sheet and the special circumstances created by the spill including; the material spilled, the quantity of the spill, the area in which the spill occurred, and the expertise of employees in the area responding to the spill.

3 Never exceed any occupational exposure limits. Prevent the spread of any spill to minimize harm to human health and the environment if safe to do so. Wear complete and proper personal protective equipment following the recommendation of Section 8 at a minimum. Dike with suitable absorbent material like granulated clay. Gather and store in a sealed container pending a waste disposal evaluation. Isolate hazard area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not allow the spilled product to enter public drainage system or open 7 Handling and StorageHandling:Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all Safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as :Store locked up.

4 Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated Code:White - Corrosive. Separate acids from bases; separate oxidizer acids from organic 8 Protection InformationACGIHOSHA PELC hemical Name(TWA)(STEL)(TWA)(STEL) Sulfuric Acid, Concentrated mg/m3 TWA (thoracic fraction)N/A1 mg/m3 TWAN/AControl ParametersEngineering Measures:Local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls are normally required when handling or using this product to avoid Protective Equipment (PPE):Lab coat, apron, eye wash, Safety Protection:Respiratory protection may be required to avoid overexposure when handling this product. General or local exhaust ventilation is the preferred means of protection. Use a respirator if general room ventilation is not available or sufficient to eliminate Type(s):None required where adequate ventilation is provided. If airborne concentrations are above the applicable exposure limits, use NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory Protection:Wear chemical splash goggles when handling this product.

5 Have an eye wash station Protection:Avoid skin contact by wearing chemically resistant gloves, an apron and other protective equipment depending upon conditions of use. Inspect gloves for chemical break-through and replace at regular intervals. Clean protective equipment regularly. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking, and when leaving :Natural latex,, Neoprene, Nitrile, Butyl rubberSection 9 Physical DataFormula: See Section 3 Vapor Pressure: No data availableMolecular Weight: ( Sulfuric Acid)Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No data availableAppearance: Colorless LiquidVapor Density (Air=1): No data availableOdor: None PungentSpecific Gravity: >1 Odor Threshold: No data availableSolubility in Water: SolublepH: Pow (calculated): No data availableMelting Point: No data availableAutoignition Temperature: No data availableBoiling Point: Estimated > 100 C 100 CDecomposition Temperature: No data availableFlash Point: No data availableViscosity: No data availableFlammable Limits in Air: No data availablePercent Volatile by Volume: No data availableSection 10 Reactivity DataReactivity:Moderately reactive - See belowChemical Stability.

6 Stable under normal Data SheetSulfuric Acid, 3 MPage 3 of 4 Conditions to Avoid:Contact with water Reaction with water is Materials:Water-reactive materials, Water, Organic Compounds, Strong reducing agents, Acetaldehydes, AminesHazardous Decomposition Products:Sulfur containing gasesHazardous Polymerization:Will not occurSection 11 Toxicity DataRoutes of Entry (Acute):Respiratory Irritation, Dermititis, Coffee Ground EmesisDelayed Effects:Dental ErosionRespiratory IrritationAcute Toxicity:Chemical NameCAS NumberOral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalation LC50 Water7732-18-5 Oral LD50 Rat 90000 mg/kgSulfuric Acid, Concentrated 18M7664-93-9 Oral LD50 Rat 2140 mg/kgINHALATION LC50 Mouse 320 MG/M3 INHALATION LC50 Rat 510 MG/M3 INHALATION LC50 GUINEA PIG 18 MG/M3 Carcinogenicity:Chemical NameCAS NumberIARCNTPOSHAS ulfuric Acid, Concentrated 18M7664-93-9 Not listedNot listedListedChronic Effects:Mutagenicity:No evidence of a mutagenic :No evidence of a teratogenic effect (birth defect).

7 Sensitization:No evidence of a sensitization :No evidence of negative reproductive effects. Target Organ Effects:Acute:No information availableChronic:LungsSection 12 Ecological DataOverview:Moderate ecological hazard. This product may be dangerous to plants and/or :This material is expected to have high mobility in soil. It absorbs weakly to most soil :Biodegradation, adsorption to sediment, and bioconcentration to aquatic organisms should not be :Bioconcentration is not expected to :Does not biodegrade Adverse Effects:No dataChemical NameCAS NumberEco ToxicityWater7732-18-5No data availableSulfuric Acid, Concentrated 18M7664-93-996 HR LC50 BRACHYDANIO RERIO > 500 MG/L [STATIC]24 HR EC50 DAPHNIA MAGNA 29 MG/LSection 13 Disposal InformationDisposal Methods:Dispose in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations. Always contact a permitted waste disposer (TSD) to assure Disposal Code(s):If discarded, this product is considered a RCRA corrosive waste, Data SheetSulfuric Acid, 3 MPage 4 of 4 Section 14 Transport InformationGround - DOT Proper Shipping Name:Air - IATA Proper Shipping Name:UN2796 Sulfuric AcidClass IIUN2796 Sulfuric AcidClass IISection 15 Regulatory InformationTSCA Status:All components in this product are on the TSCA NameCAS Number 313 Name 304 RQCERCLA RQ 302 TPQCAA 112(2) TQSulfuric Acid, Concentrated 18M7664-93-9 Sulfuric acid1000 lb RQ1000 lb final RQ; (454 kg)1000 lb TPQNoSection 16 Additional InformationRevised: 09/09/2015 Replaces: 09/03/2014 Printed: 07-06-2016 The information provided in this (Material) Safety Data Sheet represents a compilation of data drawn directly from various sources available to us.

8 Carolina Biological Supply makes no representation or guarantee as to the suitability of this information to a particular application of the substance covered in the (Material) Safety Data Conference of GovernmentalIndustrial HygienistsChemical Abstract Service NumberComprehensive Environmental Response,Compensation, and Liability Department of TransportationInternational Agency for Research on CancerNot AvailableNTPOSHAPELppmRCRASARATLVTSCAIDL HN ational Toxicology ProgramOccupational Safety and Health AdministrationPermissible Exposure LimitParts per millionResource Conservation and Recovery ActSuperfund Amendments and Reauthorization ActThreshold Limit ValueToxic Substances Control ActImmediately dangerous to life and health