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MSDS - ZINC SULFATE MONOHYDRATE
MADISON INDUSTRIES, INC.
OLD WATERWORKS ROAD
OLD BRIDGE, NJ 08857
info@oldbridgechem.com
www.oldbridgechem.com
Material Safety Data Sheet
Common Name: ZINC SULFATE MONOHYDRATE
Manufacturer:
Madison Industries, Inc.
P.O. Box 175
Old Bridge, New Jersey 08857
Telephone: 732-727-2225
FAX: 732-727-2653
Emergency Telephone: 800-275-3924
24 Hour Emergency Telephone: 800-424-9300 (Chemtrec)
HAZARDOUS CLASSIFICATION:
NFPA: Health-2 / Fire-0 / Reactivity-0
HMIS: Health-2 / Fire-0 / Reactivity-0
This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
ATTENTION: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SECTION I: MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
| Common Name: |
Zinc Sulfate |
| Trade Name: |
Zinc Sulfate Monohydrate |
| Molecular Formula: |
ZnS04 H2O |
| Molecular Weight: |
179 |
| CAS Number: |
7446-19-7 |
Section II: Hazards
This material or the components of this material are included in the Toxic Chemical Inventory as required in Section 8 (b) of the Toxic Substance Control Act (Public Law 94-469) and is codified in 40 CR 720.
Superfund Amendments & Reauthorization Act - Title III Applicability Section 312 40 CFR 370.40:
Health __X___Acute
Hazard __X___Chronic
Section 313 Zinc Compounds 40 CFR 372-85
Section III: PHYSICAL DATA
| Physical State: |
White powder or granules |
| Boiling Point: |
NA |
| Melting Point: |
No data |
| Crystallization Point: |
70ºF |
| Vapor Density: |
0 (water = 1) |
| Specific Gravity: |
3.28 |
| Solubility in H20: |
30% at 70ºF |
| Appearance: |
White powder or granules |
| Evaporation Rate: |
NA |
Section IV: FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
| Flash Point: |
Not flammable. |
| Extinguishing Media: |
Dry chemical, Carbon Dioxide or Foam. Water may be ineffective, but water spray or fog may be used as a cooling agent. |
| Fire and Explosion Hazards: |
May release toxic Oxides of Zinc and Sulfur in a fire. |
Section V: REACTIVITY DATA
| Stability: |
Stable at normal temperatures and pressures. |
| Thermal Decomposition: |
May release toxic and hazardous Oxides of Zinc and Sulfur. |
| Polymerization: |
Will not occur. |
Section VI: HEALTH AND HAZARD INFORMATION
| Route of Entry: |
Ingestion or inhalation. |
| Target Organs: |
Respiratory system, eyes and skin. |
| Acute Exposure: |
May cause skin irritation.
May cause eye irritation, possible corneal burn.
May cause gastrointestinal disturbance.
May cause irritation to nose and throat. |
| Chronic Exposure: |
May cause skin dermatitis.
May cause eye conjunctivitis.
No known ingestion reaction anticipated.
May cause inhalation reflex bronchial constriction. |
Section VII: FIRST AID PROCEDURES
| Swallowing: |
If person is conscious induce vomiting. Call Poison Control Center or a physician. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. |
| Skin: |
Immediately wash skin with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. |
| Eyes: |
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Hold eyelids apart during irrigation. Call a physician. |
| Inhalation: |
Immediately remove person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If breathing has stopped administer artificial respiration. Keep person warm and calm. Call a physician. |
| Carcinogenicity: |
None |
Section VIiI: HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
| Personal Protective Equipment: |
Respirators - If exposure cannot be maintained at or below established OSHA guidelines, respiratory protection must be provided in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.134 requirements.
Skin Protection - Wear appropriate protective clothing and chemical resistant gloves as needed to prevent skin contact. Consult manufacturer to determine appropriate type of gloves or clothing for your particular application. Clean contaminated clothing and protective equipment before reuse. Wash thoroughly after handling material.
Eye Protection - Wear splash proof or dust proof safety goggles wherever there is a potential for eye contact. |
| Ventilation: |
Provide local exhaust or process enclosing ventilation to maintain exposures below OSHA guidelines 29 CFR 1910.1000 subpart 7. |
Section IX: SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
| Spills or Leaks: |
Comply with Federal, State and Local regulations on reporting spills. Flush with plenty of water to an approved chemical sewer. |
| Waste Disposal: |
Comply with Federal, State and Local regulations. Zinc Sulfate can be carefully reacted with Sodium Carbonate to form an insoluble Zinc Carbonate solid that can be scooped up and sent to a disposal contractor. |
Section X: SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
| Storage: |
Heated storage is necessary to prevent crystallization. Keep containers closed. |
| Other Precautions: |
Do not take internally. |
Section XI: REGULATORY INFORMATION
NOTICE: The information herein is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate. However, no warranty, expressed or implied, is given. Regulatory requirements are subject to change and may differ from one location to another. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure that its activities comply with Federal, State and local laws.
U.S. REGULATIONS: SARA 313 Information; this product contains the following substance subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372: Zinc Compound 40.5%
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been reviewed according to the EPA “Hazard Categories” promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the following category:
AN IMMEDIATE HEALTH HAZARD
Section XII: SHIPPING INFORMATION
QUANTITIES OF 1000 POUNDS OR MORE (in one package): ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, NOS, (Zinc Sulfate) 9, UN3077, PGIII, RQ, ERG 171
QUANTITIES OF LESS THAN 1000 POUNDS: NON-HAZARDOUS AND NON-REGULATED IN THAT PACKAGE
Section XIII: MSDS PREPARATION INFORMATION
Prepared by: Regulatory Department,
Madison Industries, Inc.
is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.
The information contained herein is provided in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.
Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. MADISON INDUSTRIES, INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.
ACCORDINGLY, MADISON INDUSTRIES, INC. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES RESUTLING FROM USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS INFORMATION.
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