Sulfuric Acid 70-100%

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Physical state and Liquid. (Oily liquid.) Appearance This material is classified hazardous under OSHA regulations in the United States and the WHMIS Controlled Product Regulation in Canada. Emergency overview DANGER! MAY BE FATAL IF INHALED. CAUSES SEVERE RESPIRATORY TRACT BURNS. CAUSES EYE AND SKIN BURNS. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure to the sulfuric acid mist. Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Do not ingest. Do not breathe mist. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Routes of entry Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Eyes : Very hazardous by the following route of exposure: of eye contact (irritant, corrosive). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Immediate pain, severe burns and corneal damage, which may result in permanent blindness. Skin : Very hazardous by the following route of exposure: of skin contact (corrosive, irritant). Non-sensitizer to skin. Skin contact may produce burns. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening or, occasionally, blistering. Inhalation : Inhalation of the mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory irritation. May be fatal if inhaled. Ingestion : Very hazardous by the following route of exposure: of ingestion. May be fatal if swallowed. May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach.

Potential chronic health

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Sulfuric acid mist Classified 1 (Proven for humans.) by IARC, 1 (Known to effects be human carcinogens.) by NTP. Sulfuric acid mist: Classified A2 (Suspected for humans.) by ACGIH. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

Teratogenic Effects

Not available Medical conditions Repeated or prolonged contact with mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation. aggravated by over- Repeated or prolonged exposure to mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent exposure attacks of bronchial infection. Over-exposure Skin irritation may be aggravated in individuals with existing skin lesions. Breathing of vapors may signs/symptoms aggravate acute or chronic asthma and chronic pulmonary disease such as emphysema and bronchitis. See Section 11 for Toxicological Data.