Copper Sulfate

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Copper Sulfate

Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. CU2-SAT-02 , CU2-SAT-03 , CU2-SAT-04 , CU2-SAT-05 , CU2-SAT-TG

CAS #: 7758-98-7

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351

Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Acute toxicity, Oral(Category 4), H302
Skin irritation(Category 2), H315
Eye irritation(Category 2A), H319
Acute aquatic toxicity(Category 1), H400
Chronic aquatic toxicity(Category 1), H410
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram

Signal word
Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H302
Harmful if swallowed.
H315
Causes skin irritation.
H319
Causes serious eye irritation.
H410
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement(s)
P264
Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P273
Avoid release to the environment.
P280
Wear eye protection/ face protection.
P280
Wear protective gloves.
P301 + P312 + P330
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.
Rinse mouth.
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.
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.
P391
Collect spillage.
P501
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS
-
none

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances
Synonyms: Cupric sulfate
Formula: CuO₄S
Molecular weight: 159.61 g/mol
CAS-No.: 7758-98-7
EC-No.: 231-847-6
Index-No.: 029-004-00-0

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Move out of dangerous area.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2) and/or in section 11
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
No data available
Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Further information
No data available

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.
For personal protection see section 8.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Further processing of solid materials may result in the formation of combustible dusts. The potential for combustible dust formation should be taken into consideration before additional processing occurs.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
For precautions see section 2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Air sensitive.
hygroscopic
Store under inert gas.
Keep in a dry place.
Storage class (TRGS 510): Non Combustible Solids
Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1 no other specific uses are stipulated

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Form: powder
Color: light grey
Odor
No data available
Odor Threshold
No data available
pH
No data available
Melting point/freezing point
Melting point/range: 200 °C (392 °F)-dec.
Initial boiling point and boiling range
No data available
Flash point
N/A
Evaporation rate
No data available
Flammability (solid, gas)
No data available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits
No data available
Vapor pressure
9.7 hPa (7.3 mmHg) at 25 °C (77 °F)
Vapor density
No data available
Relative density
3.603 g/mL at 25 °C (77 °F)
Water solubility
No data available
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
No data available
Auto-ignition temperature
No data available
Decomposition temperature
No data available
Viscosity
No data available
Explosive properties
No data available
Oxidizing properties
No data available
Other safety information
Bulk density
1 kg/m3

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity
No data available
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No data available
Conditions to avoid
No data available
Incompatible materials
Powdered metals, hydroxylamine, Magnesium, Strong reducing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions.-Sulphur oxides, Borane/boron oxides, Copper oxides
Other decomposition products-No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral-Rat-482 mg/kg
Inhalation: No data available
Dermal: No data available
LD50 Intraperitoneal-Rat-20 mg/kg
LD50 Subcutaneous-Rat-43 mg/kg
LD50 Intravenous-Rat-48.9 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
No data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
No data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
No data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
Rat
Liver
DNA damage
Mouse
DNA damage
Carcinogenicity
Carcinogenicity-Chicken-Parenteral
Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria. Endocrine:Tumors.
IARC:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
NTP:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.
Reproductive toxicity
No data available
Reproductive toxicity-Mouse-Intravenous
Effects on Fertility: Post-implantation mortality (e.g., dead and/or resorbed implants per total number of implants).
No data available
Developmental Toxicity-Mouse-Intravenous
Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetotoxicity (except death, e.g., stunted fetus). Specific Developmental Abnormalities:
Central nervous system. Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Cardiovascular (circulatory) system.
Specific target organ toxicity -single exposure
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity -repeated exposure
No data available
Aspiration hazard
No data available
Additional Information
RTECS: GL8800000
Symptoms of systemic copper poisoning may include: capillary damage, headache, cold sweat, weak pulse, and kidney and liver damage, central nervous system excitation followed by depression, jaundice, convulsions, paralysis, and coma. Death may occur from shock or renal failure. Chronic copper poisoning is typified by hepatic cirrhosis, brain damage and demyelination, kidney defects, and copper deposition in the cornea as exemplified by humans with Wilson's disease. It has also been reported that copper poisoning has lead to hemolytic anemia and accelerates arteriosclerosis., To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
Stomach-Irregularities-Based on Human Evidence
Stomach-Irregularities-Based on Human Evidence

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity
Toxicity to fish
mortality LC50-other fish-1 -2.5 mg/l-96.0 h
Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates
Immobilization EC50-Daphnia magna (Water flea)-0.024 mg/l-48 h
Persistence and degradability
No data available
Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
Mobility in soil
No data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
Other adverse effects
An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of unprofessional handling or disposal.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
No data available

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT (US)
UN number: 3077
Class: 9
Packing group: III
Proper shipping name: Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s.(Copper sulphate)
Reportable Quantity(RQ): 10lbs
Marine pollutant: yes
Poison Inhalation Hazard: No
IMDG
UN number: 3077
Class: 9
Packing group: III
EMS-No: F-A, S-F
Proper shipping name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.(Copper sulphate)
Marine pollutant: yes
IATA
UN number: 3077
Class: 9
Packing group: III
Proper shipping name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.(Copper sulphate)

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

SARA 302 Components
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components
The following components are subject to reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313:
Copper sulphate
CAS-No.
7758-98-7
Revision Date
1993-04-24
SARA 311/312 Hazards
Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Copper sulphate
CAS-No.
7758-98-7
Revision Date
1993-04-24
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Copper sulphate
CAS-No.
7758-98-7
Revision Date
1993-04-24
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Copper sulphate
CAS-No.
7758-98-7
Revision Date
1993-04-24
California Prop. 65 Components
This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.