Cupric Sulfate Solution or Copper Sulfate Solution Safety Data Sheet Section 1: Identification Product identifier Product Name • Cupric Sulfate Solution or Copper Sulfate Solution Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Recommended use • Flotation of concentrates and other uses Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Manufacturer • Nyrstar Clarksville Inc. Zinc Plant Rd PO Box 1104 Clarksville, TN 37041-1104 United States Telephone (General) • (931) 552-4200 Emergency telephone number Manufacturer • (931) 552-4200 - Technical Service Section 2: Hazard Identification United States (US) According to: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 HCS Classification of the substance or mixture OSHA HCS 2012 • Corrosive to Metals 1 Acute Toxicity Oral 4 Skin Irritation 2 Eye Irritation 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity Single Exposure 3: Respiratory Tract Irritation Carcinogenicity 1A Specific Target Organ Toxicity Repeated Exposure 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment Acute 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment Chronic 1 Label elements OSHA HCS 2012 DANGER Hazard statements • May be corrosive to metals Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause cancer. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Preparation Date: 10/August/2012 Format: GHS Language: English (US) Revision Date: 25/September/2017 OSHA HCS 2012 Page 1 of 11 Cupric Sulfate Solution or Copper Sulfate Solution Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary statements Prevention • Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep only in original container. Do not breathe mists, vapours, and/or spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Response • Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water . Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Specific treatment, see supplemental first aid information. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Storage/Disposal • Store in corrosive resistant/ container with a resistant inner liner. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Dispose of content and/or container in accordance with local, regional, national, and/or international regulations. Supplemental information • <2 percent of this product consists of an ingredient of unknown toxicity. Other hazards OSHA HCS 2012 • Under United States Regulations (29 CFR 1910.1200 - Hazard Communication Standard), this product is considered hazardous. Section 3 - Composition/Information on Ingredients Substances • Material does not meet the criteria of a substance. Mixtures Composition Classifications According to Chemical Name Identifiers % LD50/LC50 Comments Regulation/Directive 18% OSHA HCS 2012: Acute Tox. 3 (Orl); STOT RE 1 Copper(II) sulfate, CAS:7758- Ingestion/Oral-Rat TO (Liver); Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3: Resp. NDA pentahydrate (1:1:5) 99-8 LD50 • 300 mg/kg 30% Irrit.; CAS:7733- Zinc sulfate (1:1) < 2% NDA OSHA HCS 2012: Eye Irrit. 2 NDA 02-0 Inhalation-Rat LC50 • Preparation Date: 10/August/2012 Format: GHS Language: English (US) Revision Date: 25/September/2017 OSHA HCS 2012 Page 2 of 11 Cupric Sulfate Solution or Copper Sulfate Solution CAS:7664- 510 mg/m³ 2 Hour(s) Sulfuric acid < 1% OSHA HCS 2012: Eye Dam. 1, Skin Corr. 1B NDA 93-9 Ingestion/Oral-Rat LD50 • 2140 mg/kg CAS:10124- Ingestion/Oral-Rat OSHA HCS 2012: Carc. 1A; Acute Tox. 3 (Orl); Cadmium sulfate (1:1) < 1% NDA 36-4 LD50 • 280 mg/kg STOT RE 1 (Kidney, Bones, Lungs) Section 4: First-Aid Measures Description of first aid measures Inhalation • Move victim to fresh air. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. If signs/symptoms continue, get medical attention. Skin • In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin with running water for at least 20 minutes. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If irritation develops and persists, get medical attention. Eye • In case of contact with substance, immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Ingestion • Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested the substance. Obtain medical attention immediately if ingested. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed • Refer to Section 11 - Toxicological Information. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Notes to Physician • All treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Consideration should be given to the possibility that overexposure to materials other than this product may have occurred. Section 5: Fire-Fighting Measures Extinguishing media Suitable Extinguishing Media • LARGE FIRES: Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray. SMALL FIRES: Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray. Unsuitable Extinguishing • No data available Media Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Unusual Fire and Explosion • Containers may explode when heated. Hazards May be corrosive to metals. If heated above 600ºC SO2 is evolved. If water is used it will solubilize CuSO4. Contact with magnesium may evolve hydrogen gas. Anhydrous salt will ignite hydroxylamine if present. It is incompatible with hydroxylamine, magnesium and acetylene. In solutions where sulfuric acid is present: Will liberate hydrogen when reacting with metals. In solutions where zinc and/or cadmium is present: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Hazardous Combustion • Oxides of sulfur and copper. Products Advice for firefighters • Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides limited protection in fire situations ONLY; it is not effective in spill situations where direct contact with the substance is possible. Wear chemical protective clothing that is specifically recommended by the manufacturer. It may provide little or no thermal protection. Preparation Date: 10/August/2012 Format: GHS Language: English (US) Revision Date: 25/September/2017 OSHA HCS 2012 Page 3 of 11 Cupric Sulfate Solution or Copper Sulfate Solution Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). SMALL FIRES: Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Personal Precautions • Ventilate enclosed areas. Do not walk through spilled material. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, avoid direct contact. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Emergency Procedures • ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions. Keep unauthorized personnel away. Stay upwind. Keep out of low areas. Do not get water inside container. Environmental precautions • Avoid run off to waterways and sewers. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Containment/Clean-up • Confine spill and introduce lime or soda ash to form insoluble copper salt. Measures Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. Dike to collect large liquid spills. Section 7 - Handling and Storage Precautions for safe handling Handling • Handle and open container with care. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, avoid direct contact. Do not breathe mist, vapours and/or spray. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, or using tobacco. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues. Empty and clean containers of all residues before disposal. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage • Keep container/package tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Protect containers against physical damage and moisture. Store in Plastic, rubber, 304, 347, or 316 stainless steels. Section 8 - Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Control parameters Exposure Limits/Guidelines Result ACGIH NIOSH OSHA Sulfuric acid TWAs 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (thoracic fraction) 1 mg/m3 TWA 1 mg/m3 TWA (7664-93-9) Copper(II) sulfate, 1 mg/m3 TWA (dust and mist, as Cu) 1 mg/m3 TWA (dust and mist, as Cu) pentahydrate TWAs Not established (1:1:5) as Copper compounds as Copper compounds Exposure controls Engineering • Good general ventilation should be used. Ventilation rates should be matched to Measures/Controls conditions. If applicable, use process