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Sodium hydrogen sulfide

CAS 16721-80-5
EC 240-778-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium hydrogen sulfide
Product Code
87389
Chemical Name
Sulfhydrate de sodium

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
16721-80-5 Check regulations →
EC Number
240-778-0 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119513719-34-0008

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

800-343-0660

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Sol. Cat. 1 H228
Self-heat. Cat. 1 H251
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H312
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H228 Flammable solid.
H251 Self-heating: may catch fire.
H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P303 + P361 + P353 If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Chemical characterization: Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Sulfhydrate de sodium EC: 240-778-0 16721-80-5 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Symptoms: Causes severe skin burns.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Symptoms: Causes serious eye damage.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

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Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined.

Eyes

Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection.

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Colour
Off-white
Metal Corrosion
---
Odor
Like rotten eggs
Cloud Point
---
Flash Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Solubility In Fat
---
Properties Status
---
Voc Content
---
Ph
Not applicable.
Appearance
---
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Colour Intensity
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Solubility In Water
Soluble
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Molecular Weight
---
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Density
1.79 g/cm3 (14.938 lbs/gal)
Physical State
---
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Flammability
Highly flammable.
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Boiling Point
Not determined
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Bulk Density
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Relative Density
Not determined.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Form
Crystalline
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Solidification Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
Explosive Limits
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Melting Point
350 ℃ (662 ºF)
Solubility
---
Physical State Data
solid
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN2318
Shipping Name
Sodium hydrosulfide
Transport Class
4.2
Packing Group
II
ADR

Warning: Substances liable to spontaneous combustion

IMDG

Warning: Substances liable to spontaneous combustion

IATA

Warning: Substances liable to spontaneous combustion

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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Sodium hydrogen sulfide?

The signal word is danger.

What is Sodium hydrogen sulfide used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Sodium hydrogen sulfide?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H228: Flammable solid.
  • H251: Self-heating: may catch fire.
  • H302 + H312 + H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What is the melting point of Sodium hydrogen sulfide?

The melting point is 350 ℃ (662 ºF) and the boiling point is Not determined.

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