SODIUM SULFATE, Decahydrate

Health hazards

Information OSHA Effects of Overexposure Skin Contact: No irritation is likely upon brief contact. May be irritating after prolonged or repeated contact. Eye Contact: Dusts may cause some eye irritation. Information Ingestion: Ingestion of large quantities may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea and vomiting. Inhalation: As with most nuisance dusts, inhalation of large quantities, or prolonged inhalation, may irritate the respiratory system.

Potential chronic health

of Overexposure None Identified Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL TWA STEL Ceiling Sodium sulfate, decahydrate NE ACGIH TLV TWA STEL Ceiling Sodium sulfate, decahydrate NE Toxicity Data: Sodium sulfate, decahydrate No information available

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

None Identified Target Organs: None Identified Reproductive Effects: None Identified Carcinogenicity: None Identified Component NTP Listing IARC Listing OSHA Regulated Sodium sulfate, No listing decahydrate Emergency First Aid Procedures Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops. Eye Contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Ingestion: Give victim large amounts of water and induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person. Seek immediate medical attention. Additional First aid and Treatment Notes: No information available Reactivity Data Stability: Stable Reactivity Data Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur Incompatibles: Molten active metals including aluminum and magnesium. Decomposition Products: Oxides of sulfur. Conditions to Avoid: Moisture. Spill and Disposal Procedures Spill and Leak Procedures: Prevent spread of spill. Sweep or scoop into disposal container. Flush residues with water. Wear suitable protective equipment.

Disposal

Procedures Dispose in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations. Protective Equipment Ventilation: Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep fume and/or dust levels as low as possible. Respiratory Protection: None needed unless use generates annoying or irritating dusts, mists or vapors. Use a dust/mist respirator mask if necessary. Skin and Eye Protective Equipment: Safety glasses. Use good chemical handling practices. Storage and Handling Precautions

Storage

Area GENERAL Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Store away from incompatible materials. Protect containers from physical damage. Hygroscopic material, keep containers tightly closed. Transportation Information Regulated Material domestic ground transportation (reference: CFR Title 49, Transportation) Proper Shipping Name: UN or NA Identification number: Hazard Class and Label: Packing Group: Subsidiary Risk and Label: Regulated Material via Air Transportation (reference: ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air) Proper Shipping Name: UN Identification Number: Hazard Class and Label: Packing Group: Subsidiary Risk and Label: