ICSC 1698 - ZINC SULFATE

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ZINC SULFATE	ICSC: 1698 (November 2007)
Sulfuric acid, zinc salt (1:1) Zinc sulfate (anhydrous) Zinc sulphate

CAS #: 7733-02-0

UN #: 3077

EC Number: 231-793-3

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible.		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. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety spectacles.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. 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.	According to UN GHS Criteria WARNING Harmful if swallowed Causes serious eye irritation Very toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 9; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Dry. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING

ZINC SULFATE

ICSC: 1698

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers The solution in water is a weak acid.	Formula: ZnSO₄ Molecular mass: 161.4 Decomposes at 680°C Density: 3.8 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 22 (good) Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.07

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
The solution in water is a weak acid.

Formula: ZnSO₄
Molecular mass: 161.4
Decomposes at 680°C
Density: 3.8 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 22 (good)
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.07

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the gastrointestinal tract and respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the gastrointestinal tract and respiratory tract.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: (respirable fraction): 0.1 mg/m³; peak limitation category: I(4). MAK: (inhalable fraction): 2 mg/m³; peak limitation category: I(2). MAK: pregnancy risk group: C

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment.

NOTES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 22-41-50/53; S: (2)-22-26-39-46-60-61

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