Conforms to 91/155/EEC - 2001/58/EC - United Kingdom (UK)

SAFETY DATA SHEET

SULFURIC ACID 0.10 N (N/10)
1. Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
Product name : SULFURIC ACID 0.10 N (N/10)
Material Uses : Industrial applications: Analytical reagent.

Manufacturer / Supplier :
Drew Marine Drew Marine
Ashland Specialty Chemical Company Ashland Specialty Chemical Company
Malledijk 20 One Drew Plaza
3208 LA Spijkenisse Boonton, NJ 07005
Netherlands United States
Tel. No.: Tel. No.:
+31 181 457 070 +1 (973) 263 7600
Fax: Fax:
+31 181 625 792 +1 (973) 263 4491
Emergency telephone number
(Germany) : +49 621 60-43333
Fax:
(Germany) : +49 621 60-92664

2. Composition/information on ingredients
Substance/Preparation : Preparation
Chemical characterization : Contains : Sulphuric acid 0.49%
To present knowledge of the supplier, this product does not contain any hazardous ingredients in accordance to EU
regulations or National regulations.

3. Hazards identification
The preparation is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.
Classification :
This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
Effects and symptoms
Inhalation : Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation.
Skin contact : Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is
characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Eye Contact : Slightly hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant).

4. First-aid measures
First-Aid measures
Inhalation : If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
Ingestion : Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this
material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such
as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Skin contact : Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get
medical attention if irritation develops. Cold water may be used.
Eye Contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately
flush eyes with a copious amount of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water
may be used. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

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5. Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing Media
Suitable
Protection of fire-fighters
: Not applicable.
: Fire fighters should wear self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus
(SCBA) and full turnout gear.

6. Accidental release measures

Personal Precautions : Splash goggles. Gloves.
Environmental precautions and : Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with an inert material and place in an
cleanup methods appropriate waste disposal container. Neutralize the residue with a dilute
solution of sodium carbonate. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the
contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Note: See section 8 for personal protective equipment and section 13 for waste disposal.

7. Handling and storage

Handling : Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. If
ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the
label. Keep away from incompatibles such as metals, alkalis.
Storage : Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Do not store below 0°C (32°F).
Packaging materials
Recommended use : Use original container.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Engineering measures : Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapours below their respective occupational exposure limits.
Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms, and face thoroughly after handling compounds and
before eating, smoking, using lavatory, and at the end of day.
Respiratory system : A respirator is not needed under normal and intended conditions of product
use. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.

Skin and body : Lab coat.

Hands : Impervious gloves.
Eyes : Safety glasses.

9. Physical and chemical properties

Physical state : Liquid.
Colour : Clear. Colourless.
Odour : Odourless.
Boiling point : 100°C (212°F)
Melting point : <0°C (32°F)
Density : 1 g/cm3 (20°C / 68°F)
Vapour pressure : 2.4 kPa (18 mmHg) (at 20°C)
Evaporation Rate : 0.36 (Water) compared to n-Butyl acetate

Solubility : Easily soluble in cold water.

pH : <0.5 (Conc. (% w/w): 100) [Acidic.]
Flash point : Not applicable.

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10. Stability and reactivity

Stability : The product is stable.
Materials to avoid : Slightly reactive to reactive with metals, alkalis.
Incompatible with some alkalis. Incompatible with finely-powdered metals.

Remarks : Flammable hydrogen gas may be produced on prolonged contact with metals
such as aluminium, tin, lead and zinc.

11. Toxicological information

Acute toxicity

Chronic toxicity : Repeated exposure to an highly toxic material may produce general
deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs.
Local effects
Skin irritation : Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
Eye irritation : Slightly hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant).
Specific effects
Carcinogenic effects : Classified A2 (Suspected for humans.) by ACGIH [Sulphuric acid].

Mutagenic Effects : Not available.

Reproduction toxicity : Not available.
Additional Information :

12. Ecological information

Persistence/degradability : Not available.

13. Disposal considerations

Methods of disposal ; Waste of : Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local
residues ; Contaminated packaging environmental control regulations.

European Waste Catalogue (EWC) : 16 05 02

Hazardous Waste : To present knowledge of the supplier, this product is not regarded as
hazardous waste as defined by EU Directive 91/689/EC.
Additional Information : 16 05 02 other waste containing inorganic chemicals, e.g. lab chemicals not
otherwise specified, fire extinguishing powders

14. Transport information

International transport regulations
Land - Road/Railway
UN number : Not regulated.
Proper shipping name : -
ADR/RID Class : -
Other information : Remarks
Not controlled under ADR (Europe).
Sea
UN number : Not regulated.

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Proper shipping name : -

IMDG Class : -
Other information : Remarks
Not controlled under IMDG.

15. Regulatory information

EU Regulations
Risk Phrases : This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
Safety Phrases : S39- Wear eye/face protection.
Product Use : Classification and labelling have been performed according to EU directives
67/548/EEC, 88/379/EEC, including amendments and the intended use.
- Industrial applications.

16. Other information

Full text of R-Phrases with no. :
appearing in Section 2 - United
Kingdom (UK)
HISTORY
Date of printing : 10/21/2002.
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Version : 2.07
Notice to Reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor
any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained
herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown
hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these
are the only hazards that exist.
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