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Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1: Common Name of the ChemicalSynonym: Ammonium Ferrous Sulfate, Mohrs SaltChemical Name: Ferrous Ammonium SulfateChemical Formula: Fe(SO4)2(NH4)2 * 6H2O
Section 3: Hazard IdentificationPotential Acute Health Effects:Eye: May cause eye irritationSkin: May cause skin irritationIngestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting, diarrheaInhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation
Potential Chronic Health Effects:Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis
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Section 4: First Aid MeasuresEye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid.Skin Contact: Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Section 6: Accidental Release MeasuresSmall Spills: Clean up spills immediately, observing proper precautions. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.Large Spills: Ventilate area of spill. Clean-up personnel should wear proper protective equipment. Avoid creating dust. Sweep or scoop up and containerize for disposal
Section 8: Exposure Controls & Personal ProtectionEngineering Controls: Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.Personal Protection: Chemical safety goggles, protective gloves, protective clothingPersonal Protection in case of Large Spills: A NIOSH/MSHA chemical cartridge respirator should be worn if PEL or TLV is exceeded.Exposure Limits:
CAS# 7783-85-9: OEL-DENMARK:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993. OEL-FINLAND:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993. OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993. OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993. OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3;STEL 2 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity DataStability: StableConditions to Avoid: Direct sunlight; Product is photosensitive.Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Oxidizers, Hazardous Decomposition Products: NH3, NOx,Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11: Toxicological DataRoute of Entry: N/AToxicity to Animals: No data availableAcute Oral Toxicity(LD50): orl-rat LD50 3250 mg/kSpecial Remarks on Other Toxic Effects on Humans: No data available