Sulfuric Acid 96% Viscosity Grade

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)

2.2 Label elements

Emergency Overview Danger

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Corrosive to metals. POISON! DANGER! CORROSIVE. LIQUID AND MIST CAUSE SEVERE BURNS TO ALL BODY TISSUE. MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED OR CONTACTED WITH SKIN. HARMFUL IF INHALED. AFFECTS TEETH. WATER REACTIVE. CANCER HAZARD. STRONG INORGANIC ACID MISTS CONTAINING SULFURIC ACID CAN CAUSE CANCER. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure. Appearance Clear oily liquid Physical state liquid Odor Odorless

Prevention

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash skin thoroughly after handling Store locked up Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Contact can cause blurred vision, redness, pain and severe tissue burns. May cause blindness Corrosive. Symptoms of redness, pain, and severe burn can occur. Circulatory collapse with clammy skin, weak and rapid pulse, shallow respirations, and scanty urine may follow skin contact or ingestion. Circulatory shock is often the immediate cause of death. Inhalation produces damaging effects on the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Symptoms may include irritation of the nose and throat, and labored breathing. May cause lung edema, a medical emergency. Corrosive. Swallowing can cause severe burns of the mouth, throat, and stomach, leading to death. Can cause sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea. Circulatory collapse with clammy skin, weak and rapid pulse, shallow respirations, and scanty urine may follow ingestion or skin contact. Circulatory shock is often the immediate cause of death.

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Further information

Not applicable Unknown acute toxicity 100% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity