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Material Safety Data Sheet
Phosphoric Acid
1.Identification of Substance
Chemical Name: Phosphoric Acid Formula: H3PO4
Trade Name: Phosphoric Acid Molecular Weight: 98
CAS Number: 7664-38-2
Synonyms:
2.Composition and Ingredients
Conc. (w/w): 59%-85% Chemical family: Inorganic acid
Moderate Strong Acid
3.Hazard Identification
Fire or Explosion
NOT FLAMMABLE: Substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to
prpduce phosphoroxide and/or phosphine,which are toxic.
Pollution
Harmful to aquatic organisms.
Health
Inhalation and Ingestion:The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its
aerosol and by ingestion.Inhalation,ingestion of substance and/or
decomposition products will cause severe injury.A harmful contamination of the air will not
or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20
Skin and Eyes: Contact with substance may cause severe pain and irritating to skin and eyes.
4.First Aid Measures
Move victim to fresh air. Keep victim warm and quiet.
Call local Emergency Medical Service Number for medical assistance.
Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
In case of contact with skins,wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water.
In case of ingestion,drink a lot of water.
Inhalation or ingestion: Get medical attention IMMEDIATELY
Ensure that mediacal personnel are aware of the substance involved.
5.Fire-fighting Measures
Not Applicable
6.Pobulic Safety in Emergency and Personal Protection
Call local Emergency Response Telephone Number or the number on shipping paper.
Isolate flaming area immediately.
Keep out of low areas
Keep unauthorized personnel away.
Protective Clothing
Wear chemical protective clothing which is acid-proof protective.
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Synthetic gloves,safety glass or face mask.
7.Handling and Storage
Store in watertight anticorrosive containers.The substance can be stored for at least 12
months without degrading.
Keep away from sources of ignition and materials that will react with the substance.
Keep away from food and feedstuffs.
8.Treatment of Spill or Leak
Do not touch or walk through spilled substance unless wearing appropriate protective
clothing.
Stop leak if you can do it without risk.
In case of small spills,pick up with absorbent materials(sand,earth,sawdust,etc.)
In case of large spills,dike for later disposal and cover with sand or earth.Prevent entry into
waterways,sewers,basements or confined areas.
9.Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical condition: Liquid
Color: Colorless
Odor: Odorless
Boiling point: 158
Melting point: 42.35
Vapor pressure: 2hPa(at 20)
Specific density: 1.689 (at 20)
Solubility in water: Miscrible
10. Stability and Reactivity
The substance decomposes upon heating to high temperature and release toxic fumes.
Polymerizes violently under the influence of azo compounds and epoxide.
Decomposed and produce toxic fumes on contact with
alcohols,aldehydes,cyanides,ketones,esters,sulfides,halogenated organics.
Reacts with metals,as a medium strong acid.
11. Packaging and Transport Regulations
Packaging: 1)UN approved watertight plastic drums or plastic lined steel drums.
2)Transport in bulk by tanker vessels.
Transport Regulations:
UN C
UN No: 1805 EC No: 015-001-00-6
Hazard Class: 8 Symbol: C
Packing Group: III R-Phrases: 34
EMS: 8-08
MFAG: 700
Shipping Name: Phosphoric Acid
Labeling and Placarding
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12.Others
This Material Safety Data Sheet is based on our present knowledge. It should not be construed as
guaranteeing applicability in all cases or suitability for a particular application.
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