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Silver sulfate

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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or regular foam.
[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.
[Skin]

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If irritation develops, get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Store protected from light.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 41
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 22 26 39
[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]

Chronic inhalation or ingestion may cause argyria characterized by blue-gray discoloration of the eyes, skin and mucous membrances. Chronic skin contact may cause permanent discoloration of the skin.
[Poison Class]

5
[Appearance]

Odorless white to gray powder.
[Solubility in water]

7.4 g/L
[Melting Point]

655
[Boiling Point]

1085
[Density]

4.707 g/cm3 (773 C)
[Heat Of Vaporization]

[Usage]

Used in anions experiments, silver plating and as a non-staining substitute to silver nitrate.
[Product Name]

Silver sulfate
[CAS]

"CASEN_10294-26-5.htm">10294-26-5
[Formula]

Ag2O4S
[Formula]

Ag2SO4
[Molecular Weight]

311.79000000000002
[EINECS]

233-653-7
[Merck]

12,8676
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

15328 (G)
[EC Class]

irritant
[Small spills/leaks]

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
[Disposal Code]

27
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

strong oxidizing agents
[Decomposition]

Oxides of sulfur.
[HS Code]

2843 29 00