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MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET Chemifloc Ltd
FERROUS SULPHATE SOLUTION
SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION
Trade Marks and Synonyms (if any) Chemical Names and Synonyms
Ferrous Sulphate Solution, Bulkfloc, Phosfloc, Ferrous Sulphate Solution
Copperas Solution
Physical Form Molecular Formula
Blue Green Liquid FeSO4
Responsible Person : Emergency Telephone :
Chemifloc Ltd, Chemifloc Ltd,
Smithstown Ind. Estate, +353 61-708650
Shannon,
Co. Clare.
+353 61-708650
SECTION 2 INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients Classification
Ferrous Sulphate Iron 6% N/A
Water
H2SO4 0. 7%
SECTION 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
May cause irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory system.
Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL)
Respirable Iron Salts (as Iron)1mg/m3(8hr TWA)
SECTION 4 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance and Odour : Blue Green Liquid with no perceptible odour
pH 2-3 Conc:
Boiling Point (deg. C) Melting Point (deg. C) Flash Point (deg. C) Specific Gravity
100 N/A N/A 1. 17 +/- . 05
Autoignition (deg. C) Flammable Limit (% by Vol. in Air) Vapour Pressure (mm Hg)
N/A N/A N/A
Solubility in Water Solubility in Other Solvents Oxidising Properties
Soluble Not Specified None/
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SECTION 5 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Unstable Conditions to Avoid
High temperatures / Freezing conditions
Stable X
Incompatibility (Materials and Conditions to Avoid)
Incompatible with oxidising agents and alkalis.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Could emit highly toxic oxides of sulphur when heated to decomposition.
SECTION 6 TOXICITY DATA
Short term effects of over exposure when :
In contact with skin : Repeated and / or prolonged contact may cause irritation.
In contact with eyes : May cause eye irritation.
Inhaled : High concentrations of mist may be irritant to the respiratory tract.
Ingested : May cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract.
Long Term Exposure : No known hazards associated with material.
SECTION 7 FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin Contact : Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area with
copious quantities of water. Contaminated clothing should be
laundered before re-use.
Eye Contact : Irrigate with eyewash solution or water holding the eyelids apart
for at least ten minutes. Seek medical attention.
Inhalation : Remove patient to fresh air, keep warm and at rest. Obtain medical
attention if ill effects occur.
Ingestion : Do not induce vomiting.
Provided patient is conscious wash out mouth with water and
give 5% sodium bicarbonate solution followed by a demulcent
such as milk.
Further Medical Advice : If in doubt seek medical attention.
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SECTION 8 FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE HAZARD DATA
Would any material saturated Materials :
YES
with this product be subject to
NO X
spontaneous combustion ?
Fire Extinguishing Data
Normal extinguishing media
Fire Fighting Protective Equipment
Wear full protective clothing and breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosive Hazards
Non - Combustible
SECTION 9 PERSONAL PROTECTION
General Precautions : Eye and skin protection should be used when handling
Ferrous Sulphate Solution.
Ventilation Requirements : Respiratory Protection :
Provide adequate ventilation Not normally required
Protective Clothing Eye protection :
Gloves and overalls should be worn Goggles or full face mask
SECTION 10 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling : Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Avoid inhalation.
Keep away from oxidising agents and alkalis.
Protect from freezing conditions or high temperatures (+25oC)
Storage :
SECTION 11 SPILLAGE/ACCIDENTAL RELEASE
Small Spillage : Wash away with large quantities of water.
Large Spillage : Neutralise with Lime or Soda Ash then dispose of according to
Local Regulations. Water can be used if washings can go to drain.
Inform local authority immediately if product enters public waterways
Personal Precautions : Wear full protective clothing including breathing apparatus.
Neutralising Chemicals : Hydrated Lime or Soda Ash.
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SECTION 12 WASTE DISPOSAL
Neutralise with Lime and landfill in accordance with local regulations.
SECTION 13 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
Environmental Fate and Distribution
Low tonnage material used in open systems.
The substance is predicted to have high mobility in soil.
The substance is soluble in water.
Persistence and Degradation
No information available.
Effect on Effluent Treatment
Large discharges may contribute to the acidification of water and soil and
will injure aquatic life and soil micro - organisms.
Toxicity
This product is used in effluent systems (both biological and physiochemical
systems) to enhance settlement and remove metals. Overdosing may have a
harmful effect on effluent treatment systems.
SECTION 14 REGULATORY INFORMATION
EEC Classification : Hazard Symbol : No. 8 Corrosive
Risk Phrases :
Not classified as hazardous to users
Safety Phrases :
SECTION 15 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN No. UN Pack. Group ICAO/IATA Class
IMDG Class ADR/RID Class ADR/RID Item
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information
and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe
handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release, and is not to be considered a
warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process
unless specified in the text.
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