Sulfamic Acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H319, H402, H412

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA HMIS ***** Emergency Overview ***** H 2 Warning Sulfamic acid exists as odorless, white crystals. It is a strong acid and causes severe F 0 irritation or burns upon contact with the eyes, skin, or mucous membranes of the respiratory tract. R 0 Inhalation of high levels can cause pulmonary edema (fluid in the lungs) which may be Iife- threatening. Be sure to wear safety glasses and gloves when handling this material. PPEt tsec. 8

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract. Central nervous system, liver, kidneys, and ardiova cular system (secondary to burns and circulatory collapse.

OSHA HCS Classification

Skin irritation (Category 2), H3 l 5 Eye irritation (Category 2A), H3 I 9 Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 3), H402 Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 3), H412

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H4 l 2 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P32 l Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P 501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

none Acute Effects Inhalation: Inhalation of particulates can cause severe irritation and burns of the nose and respiratory tract. Inhalation of high levels can cause pulmonary edema (fluid in the lungs) which may be delayed up to 48 hrs. Eye: Severe irritation and burns. Scarring may be permanent. Skin: Severe irritation and burns. Scarring may be permanent. Ingestion: The mouth and esophagus may appear grayish-white progressing to black with a shrunken and wrinkled texture. Esophageal or stomach perforation may occur. Circulatory collapse occurs in extreme ca es with clammy skin, weak and rapid pulse, shallow respiration, and scanty urine. Uncorrected circulatory collapse can cause kidney failure and schematic (localized to anemia due to decreased inflow of arterial blood) lesions of the heart and liver. Death is generally due to circulatory collapse or asphyxiation due to glottal edema (fluid and swelling in the epiglottis which causes insufficient oxygen to reach the windpipe). The estimated human lethal dose is 0.5 to 5 g/kg (1 oz to 1 pint for a 70 kg/150 lb person). Carcinogenicity: IARC, NTP, and OSHA do not list sulfamic acid as a carcinogen.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

None reported

Potential chronic health

None reported