General Information
Revision date
2012-08-06
Product name
Copper (II) Sulfate, Anhydrous, Reagent Grade
Product Synonyms
Cupric Sulfate
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals
Manufacturer Name
AquaPhoenix Scientific, Inc.
Emergency telephone
(800) 255-3924
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Company Information
company name
AquaPhoenix Scientific, Inc.
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA Emergency Overview: Warning. Harmful if swallowed. Causes digestive and respiratory tract irritation with possible burns. Causes eye and skin irritation and possible burns. Hygroscopic. Severe marine pollutant. Appearance: Gray powder Odor: Odorless Target Organs: Kidneys, liver, blood.
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eyes: Exposure to particulates or solution may cause conjunctivitis, ulceration, and corneal abnormalities. Causes eye irritation and possible burns. Skin: May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material. Causes skin irritation and possible burns. May cause itching eczema. Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. Inhalation: May cause ulceration and perforation of the nasal septum if inhaled in excessive quantities. Causes respiratory tract irritation with possible burns. Chronic Effect / Carcinogenicity: Prolonged or repeated eye contact may cause conjunctivitis.. Laboratory experiments have resulted in mutagenic effects. May cause allergic skin reaction in some individuals. Chronic copper poisoning in man is recognized in the form of Wilson's disease.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Wilson’s disease These chemicals are not considered hazardous by
