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General Information
Revision date
2018-01-19
Product name
Phosphorus pentasulfide
Product Synonyms
Sulfur phosphide; Thiophosphoric anhydride; Diphosphorus pentasulfide
CAS No.
1314-80-3
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
US 001-201-796-7100 / Europe +32 14 57 52 99
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Flammable solids Category 1 Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit Category 1 Gas(es) = Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) flammable gases Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 2 (based on evolved H2S gas) Combustible Dusts Category 1
Health hazards
Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 In contact with water, releases gases which are toxic if inhaled
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Flammable solid May form combustible dust concentrations in air In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Harmful if swallowed Fatal if inhaled In contact with water, releases gases which are toxic if inhaled
Prevention
Do not allow contact with water Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep container tightly closed Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic organisms Stench
