| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. | |
| [Fire Potential] Nonflammable. | |
| [Ingestion] 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 immediately. | |
| [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. | |
| [Skin] 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. Wash clothing before reuse. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from water. Store protected from moisture. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling. | |
| [Eyes] Dust may cause mechanical irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. Expected to be a low ingestion hazard. | |
| [Hazards] Some may burn but none ignite readily. May polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. Containers may explode when heated. Some may be transported hot. | |
| [UN (DOT)] 9078 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Exposure Effects] Aluminum accumulates in brain tissue and is a neurotoxic agent. Ataxia and seizures have been reported following ingestions and in patients with compromised renal function receiving bladder irrigations. Mental status changes, including obtundation, lethargy and confusion, may occur. | |
| [Exposure limit(s)] TLV (as Al soluble salt): ppm; 2 mg/m3 (ACGIH 1993-1994) | |
| [Poison Class] 4 | |
| [Appearance] Anhydrous aluminum sulfate is a white crystalline solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] 870 g/L | |
| [Melting Point] 770 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 120 (681 C) | |
| [Density] 2.672 g/cm3 (22.5 C) | |
| [Usage] Tanning leather, sizing paper, mordant in dyeing, purifying water, manufacture lakes, aluminum resinate, fireproofing & waterproofing cloth, clarifying oils & fats, treating sewage, waterproofing concrete, deodorizing & decolorizing petroleum, antiperspirants, agricultural pesticides, manufacture of aluminum salts. | |
| [Product Name] Aluminium sulfate | |
| [Synonyms] Alum Aluminum alum Alunogenite Cake alum | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_10043-01-3.htm">10043-01-3 | |
| [Formula] Al2O12S3 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 342.13 | |
| [EINECS] 233-135-0 | |
| [RTECS] BD1700000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant | |
| [Merck] 12,381 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 20289 (G) | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Moisture. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Oxides of sulfur, aluminum oxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [UN Number] 9078 | |
| [Hazard Class] 9.2 |
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