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Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate

CAS 7782-63-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate
Product Code
215422

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7782-63-0 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Uses advised against

The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption (40 CFR Section 720.36). It is the recipient's responsibility to comply with the requirements of the R&D exemption. The product may not be used for a non-exempt commercial purpose under TSCA unless appropriate consent is granted in writing by MilliporeSigma.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich Inc.

manufacturer

3050 SPRUCE ST, ST. LOUIS MO 63103, UNITED STATES

+1 314 771-5765

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

800-424-9300

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate EC: 231-753-5 7782-63-0 100% Yes

Notes

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Sulfur oxides, Iron oxides, Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.

Instructions

Suppress (knock down) gases/vapors/mists with a water spray jet.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry. Air sensitive. Store under inert gas. hygroscopic

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Standards: EN 16523-1

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter B-(P2). The entrepreneur 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. required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system.

Skin/Body

protective clothing

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Freezing Point
---
Appearance
solid
Odor Threshold
No data available
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Melting Point
64 °C (147 °F)
Molecular Weight
---
Solubility
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Ph
3.0 - 4.0 at 50 g/l at 25 °C (77 °F)
Boiling Point
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Physical State Data
solid
Cloud Point
---
Colour Intensity
---
Flash Point
Not applicable
Density
1.898 g/cm³ at 25 °C (77 °F) - lit.
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Physical State
solid
Explosive Limits
---
Bulk Density
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Form
solid
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Vapor Density
No data available
Relative Density
No data available
Properties Status
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Colour
---
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Solubility In Water
soluble
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Flammability
No data available
Odor
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Vapor Pressure
14.6 hPa at 25 °C (77 °F)
Softening Point
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Voc Content
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

increased reactivity with: - Bases - Oxidizing agents

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local regulations.

Disposal

Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
3077
Shipping Name
Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate)
Transport Class
9
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate?

Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate is a solid appearing as solid . It has no data available odor.

What is Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate?

The melting point is 64 °C (147 °F) and the boiling point is No data available.