Copper Sulphate Pentahydrate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Appearance: Solid - crystalline, blue, hygroscopic. Odour: Odourless. Acute toxicity, Oral - Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation -Category 2 Eye damage/irritation - Category 2A

Most important adverse effects

This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015).

Signal word

WARNING!

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary statements

Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No OSHA defined hazard classes.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Toxic fumes, gases or vapours may evolve on burning. Corrosive to plain steel. Dusts may cause irritation of the mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Prolonged overexposure may cause liver and kidney effects. Chronic skin contact with low concentrations may cause dermatitis.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Very toxic to aquatic life. Avoid release to the environment. See Section 12 for more environmental information.