Sulfur

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Flammable solid Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled Causes skin irritation Flammable solid

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Ground/bond container and receiving equipment

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up

Precautionary statements

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

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Further information

NFPA

Health hazards

2 HMIS 2 Flammability 1 Flammability 1 Stability 2

Physical hazards

2 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties