SDS

Earth Science Fast Acting Sulfur SDS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE:
Symptoms: May cause eye irritation.
SKIN:
Symptoms: May cause skin irritation.
INHALATION:
INGESTION:
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
A fine water spray, fog, CO
2
or dry chemical.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
Special Protective Equipment for Fire-Fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Environmental Precautions
Prevent product from entering drains.
Methods and Materials for Containment and Clean-up
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling
Recommended Conditions for Storage
Fresh air. If a person breathes in large amounts of this product, move to fresh air at once. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. Seek medical attention if needed.
Eating, drinking, and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled or stored. Do not ingest
and avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing in dust. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is
inadequate.
Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Seek medical attention if
symptoms appear.
Keep away from moisture. Solid becomes corrosive to metals when stored wet. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated
location. Do not store near aluminum (at high temperatures), diazomethane, oxidizing agents or other incompatible
materials.
Wash skin immediately rinse skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Get medical attention if needed.
Symptoms: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Coughing, sneezing, or shortness of breath may occur following
exposures in excess of exposure limits.
Hoses and extinguishers with pressure streams should be avoided where solid sulfur is dusty or where it may create
a further hazard by raising more dust clouds.
Do not flush with water. Sweep spilled substance into containers; avoid generating dust. Reuse if not contaminated.
After cleaning flush remaining traces with water.
Symptoms: May be harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal tract irritation, disorder/damage. Intestinal
obstruction may occur if the material hardens.
Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Masks approved for use in acid-gas atmosphere
should be used. Fumes from unprotected sulfur fires should be avoided by approaching from upwind side. Note:
Aqueous solutions or powders may render surfaces slippery.
Irrigate immediately. If this product contacts the eyes, immediately wash the eyes with large amounts of water,
occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention if needed.
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