Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data
Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information
Basic Product Information
Regulatory Identifiers
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European Community number - used for regulatory compliance in EU/EEA
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Uses Information
Overview
Sulfuric acid 98% for the determination of nitrogen (CAS: 7664-93-9 ) commonly used reagent for analysis.
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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings
Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications
Classification Status
Signal Word
Hazard Classifications
GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols
GHS05
GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions
Hazard Statements
- H290: May be corrosive to metals.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H318: Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary Statements
- P234: Keep only in original packaging.
- P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
- IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
- IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
- IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain
Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information
Merck KGAA
manufacturer
Frankfurter Str. 250, D-64271 DARMSTADT
DE
+49 (0)6151 72-0
+49 6151 727780
24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control
Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies
CHEMTREC (GB)
+(44)-870-8200418
GB
CHEMTREC Ireland
+(353)-19014670
IE
CHEMTREC India
001-803-017-9114
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Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients
Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| sulphuric acid EC: 231-639-5 | 7664-93-9 | 100% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
Emergency First Aid Measures
Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies
🫁 Inhalation Exposure
After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.
🖐️ Skin Contact
In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Call a physician immediately.
👁️ Eye Contact
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing
After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most), avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.
Fire Fighting Measures & Emergency Response
Fire suppression methods, extinguishing media, and firefighting safety procedures
✅ Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
⚠️ Specific Fire Hazards
Sulfur oxides. Not combustible. Fire may cause evolution of: Sulfur oxides. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
🔥 Fire Fighting Instructions
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures & Spill Response
Emergency spill cleanup procedures, containment methods, and environmental protection
🚨 Emergency Procedures
Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
🌍 Environmental Precautions
Do not let product enter drains.
🧹 Cleanup Methods
Clean up affected area.
Cleanup Materials:
Liquid-absorbent and neutralising material.
Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products
Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications
Technical Specifications & Material Properties
Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Safe Handling & Storage Procedures
Industrial handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace safety requirements
⚠️ Handling Precautions
• For precautions see section 2.
• 2.
🏪 Storage Conditions
• No metal containers.
• Tightly closed.
Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment
🧤 Hand Protection
Full contact Material: Viton® Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested: Vitoject® (KCL 890 / Aldrich Z677698, Size M) Splash contact Material: butyl-rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm Break through time: 120 min Material tested: Butoject® (KCL 898)
👁️ Eye Protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles
😷 Respiratory Protection
Recommended Filter type: Filter type P2 The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.
🦺 Skin/Body Protection
Acid-resistant protective clothing
🌍 Environmental Exposure Controls
Do not let product enter drains.
Chemical Stability & Reactivity Data
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials information
✅ Chemical Stability
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
⚗️ Reactivity
strong oxidising agent
⚠️ Hazardous Reactions
A risk of explosion and/or of toxic gas formation exists with the following substances: Violent reactions possible with: Alkali metals, alkali compounds, Ammonia, Aldehydes, acetonitrile, Alkaline earth metals, alkalines, Acids, alkaline earth compounds, Metals, metal alloys, Oxides of phosphorus, phosphorus, hydrides, halogen-halogen compounds, oxyhalogenic compounds, permanganates, nitrates, Carbides, combustible substances, organic solvent, acetylidene, Nitriles, organic nitro compounds, anilines, Peroxides, picrates, nitrides, lithium silicide, iron(III) compounds, bromates, chlorates, Amines, perchlorates, hydrogen peroxide.
🚫 Conditions to Avoid
no information available
🧪 Incompatible Materials
animal/vegetable tissues, MetalsContact with metals liberates hydrogen gas.
💨 Hazardous Decomposition Products
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information & Environmental Impact
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, bioaccumulation, and ecological effects data
🌱 Toxicity
| Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates | static test EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - > 100 mg/l - 48 h (sulphuric acid) (OECD Test Guideline 202) |
| Toxicity to algae | static test ErC50 - Desmodesmus subspicatus (green algae) - > 100 mg/l - 72 h (sulphuric acid) (OECD Test Guideline 201) |
🌱 Persistence and degradability
🌱 Bioaccumulative potential
🌱 Mobility in soil
🌱 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
🌱 Endocrine disrupting properties
🌱 Other adverse effects
Waste Disposal & Treatment Methods
Waste disposal procedures, treatment methods, and regulatory compliance requirements
Transportation & Shipping Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements
🏷️ UN Number
1830
📦 Proper Shipping Name
Sulphuric acid
⚠️ Transport Hazard Class
8
📋 Packing Group
II
Regulatory Information & Compliance
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and regulatory compliance status
📋 Regulatory Summary
This material safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
✅ Chemical Safety Assessment
Chemical safety assessment has been performed for this substance.
ℹ️ Additional Regulatory Information
Take note of Dir 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at work.
Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions
Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance
What is the hazard signal word for Sulfuric acid 98% for the determination of nitrogen?
The signal word for this substance is "danger".
What is the physical form of Sulfuric acid 98% for the determination of nitrogen?
Sulfuric acid 98% for the determination of nitrogen is a liquid with colorless color. It has odorless odor.
What is the solubility of Sulfuric acid 98% for the determination of nitrogen?
at 20 ℃ soluble, (caution ! development of heat)
What is Sulfuric acid 98% for the determination of nitrogen used for?
Reagent for analysis
What are the hazard statements for Sulfuric acid 98% for the determination of nitrogen?
This substance has 3 hazard statements: H290: May be corrosive to metals. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318: Causes serious eye damage.
What is the melting point of Sulfuric acid 98% for the determination of nitrogen?
The melting point is - 20 ℃ and the boiling point is ca.335 ℃ at 1.013 hPa.