General Information
Version
2.4
Revision date
2024-10-31
Product name
SULPHUR DIOXIDE
Product Synonyms
098 - SDS NUMBER ● ANHYDROUS SULFUR DIOXIDE ● PRODUCT CODES: 160, 172, 173, 174, 175 ●
CAS No.
7446-09-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
CHEMICAL REAGENT ● FOOD PRESERVATIVE ● PAPER INDUSTRY ● WATER TREATMENT
supplier name
BOC LIMITED (AUSTRALIA)
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
BOC LIMITED (AUSTRALIA)
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H280, H314, H318, H331
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H280
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Health hazards
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1B Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation: Category 1 Acute Toxicity: Inhalation: Category 3
Environmental hazards
Not classified as an Environmental Hazard
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H331 Toxic if inhaled.
Prevention
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection.
Response
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. P321 Specific treatment is advised - see first aid instructions. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P410 + P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with relevant regulations.
Other hazards
No information provided
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO SAFE WORK AUSTRALIA CRITERIA Physical Hazards Gases Under Pressure: Compressed gas Health Hazards Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1B Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation: Category 1 Acute Toxicity: Inhalation: Category 3 Environmental Hazards Not classified as an Environmental Hazard
