International Chemical Safety Cards

SODIUM SULFATE ICSC: 0952

SODIUM SULFATE
Sodium sulfate anhydrous
Disodium sulfate
Na2SO4
Molecular mass: 142.1
CAS # 7757-82-6
RTECS # WE1650000
ICSC # 0952
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


 
EXPOSURE


INHALATION
Ventilation.
Fresh air, rest.
SKIN
Protective gloves.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES
Safety spectacles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Nausea. Vomiting. Abdominal pain. Diarrhoea.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting (extra personal protection: P1 filter respirator for inert particles).


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ICSC: 0952 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
ODOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.
MAK not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Melting point: 888°C
Relative density (water = 1): 2.7		 Solubility in water: very good
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
 It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment because it persists in the environment.
N O T E S
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0952 SODIUM SULFATE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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