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ALUMINIUM SULFATE ICSC: 1191
ALUMINIUM SULFATE
Aluminium sulphate
Aluminium trisulfate
Alum
Al2S3O12/Al2(SO4)3
Molecular mass: 342.14
CAS # 10043-01-3
RTECS # BD1700000
ICSC # 1191
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION

In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!

  • INHALATION
    		• Cough. Shortness of breath. Sore throat.
    		Avoid inhalation of fine dust and mist. Local exhaust or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
    		Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Corrosive. Redness. Severe deep burns.
    		Safety goggles.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Nausea. Vomiting.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
    		Separated from strong bases. Dry.

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    ICSC: 1191 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

    International Chemical Safety Cards

    ALUMINIUM SULFATE ICSC: 1191

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     ODOURLESS WHITE, LUSTROUS CRYSTALS OR POWDER.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic and corrosive fumes including sulfur oxides. The solution in water is a medium strong acid. Reacts with alkalis and attacks many metals in presence of water.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV (as Al soluble salt): ppm; 2 mg/m3 (ACGIH 1993-1994).


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     Evaporation at 20░C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion.


    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Melting point (decomposes): 770░C
    Relative density (water = 1): 2.71
    		 Solubility in water: good
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
         		This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to fish.
    N O T E S
    Cake alum, pickle alum, filter alum, papermaker's alum and pearl alum are other common names of aluminium sulfate. Occurs in nature as the mineral alunogenite.
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 1191 ALUMINIUM SULFATE
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