Aluminum Sulfate Solution (MC-700)

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). Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Corrosive to metals Category 1

2.2 Label elements

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Physical state Color

Appearance/Odor

liquid colorless to yellow-brown or clear odorless yellow-green DANGER

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May be corrosive to metals

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep only in original container

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

Storage

Store locked up Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

Not applicable