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General Information
Revision date
2013-12-20
Product name
Dilute Sulfuric Acid, 50-60%
Product Synonyms
Drying acid, battery acid, oil of vitriol, dihydrogen sulfate, electrolyte acid, matting acid
CAS No.
7664-93-9
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US: 1-800-424-9300
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GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Corrosive to metals Category 1
Health hazards
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause cancer. May cause respiratory irritation. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep only in original container. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid release to the environment.
Response
If swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor/. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise Not classified.
Environmental hazards
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 3