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Sulphur
Brimstone
Elemental Sulphur
Formed Sulphur
Soil Sulphur
Sulphur Cake
Intended Use:
Feedstock
Manufacturer:
Customer Service:
403-233-4000
Technical Information:
403-233-4000
SDS Information:
Phone: 855-244-0762
Email: SDS@conocophillips.com
URL: www.conocophillips.com
Label Elements
WARNING
May form combustible dust concentrations in enclosed spaces during handling
Causes skin irritation. (H315)*
Contains poisonous hydrogen sulfide gas
Harmful if inhaled. (H332)*
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Precautionary Statement(s):
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. (P261)*
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. (P271)*
Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection. (P280)*
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. (P304+P340)*
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. (P312)*
Wash thoroughly after handling. (P264)*
IF ON SKIN: Rinse skin with water/shower. (P353)*
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. (P313)*
Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. (P362)*
* (Applicable GHS hazard code.)
CASRN
7704-34-9
7783-06-4
Concentration
95-100
0-5
All concentrations are percent by weight unless ingredient is a gas. Gas concentrations are in percent by volume.
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Flammability: 1
Instability: 0
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Flash point varies depending on the impurities present in the product. Sulfur burns easily in
air when ignited by flame or excess heat. Solid material may burn, but will not ignite readily. Dust may form an explosive mixture
with air. Sulfur can form explosive mixtures with oxidizers (see Section 10). Avoid generating dust; fine dust dispersed in air in
sufficient concentrations, and in the presence of an ignition source is a potential dust explosion hazard. Hazardous
combustion/decomposition products, including hydrogen sulfide, may be released by this material when exposed to heat or fire.
Use caution and wear protective clothing, including respiratory protection.
Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, water spray, sand or earth is recommended. Carbon dioxide can
displace oxygen. Use caution when applying carbon dioxide in confined spaces.
Fire Fighting Instructions: For fires beyond the initial stage, emergency responders in the immediate hazard area should wear
protective clothing. When the potential chemical hazard is unknown, in enclosed or confined spaces, a self contained breathing
apparatus should be worn. In addition, wear other appropriate protective equipment as conditions warrant (see Section 8).
Isolate immediate hazard area and keep unauthorized personnel out. Contain spill if it can be done safely. Move undamaged
containers from immediate hazard area if it can be done safely. Cool equipment exposed to fire with water, if it can be done safely.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Combstion may yield sulfur dioxide and other oxides of sulfur.
See Section 9 for Flammable Properties including Flash Point and Flammable (Explosive) Limits
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ACGIH
3
OSHA
Other
3
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Note: State, local or other agencies or advisory groups may have established more stringent limits. Consult an industrial
hygienist or similar professional, or your local agencies, for further information.
Engineering controls: If current ventilation practices are not adequate to maintain airborne concentrations below the established
exposure limits, additional engineering controls may be required. It is recommended that all dust control equipment such as local
exhaust ventilation and material transport systems involved in handling of this product contain explosion relief vents or an
explosion suppression system or an oxygen deficient environment. Ensure that dust-handling systems (such as exhaust ducts,
dust collectors, vessels, and processing equipment) are designed in a manner to prevent the escape of dust into enclosed work
areas (i.e., there is no leakage from the equipment).
Eye/Face Protection: The use of eye protection that meets or exceeds ANSI Z.87.1 is recommended to protect against potential
eye contact, irritation, or injury. Depending on conditions of use, a face shield may be necessary.
Skin/Hand Protection: The use of gloves impervious to the specific material handled is advised to prevent skin contact. Users
should check with manufacturers to confirm the breakthrough performance of their products. Depending on exposure and use
conditions, additional protection may be necessary to prevent skin contact including use of items such as chemical resistant boots,
aprons, arm covers, hoods, coveralls, or encapsulated suits. Suggested protective materials: Nitrile
Respiratory Protection: Where there is potential for airborne exposure to hydrogen sulfide (H2S) above exposure limits, a
NIOSH approved, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or equivalent operated in a pressure demand or other positive
pressure mode should be used. Under conditions where hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is NOT detected, a NIOSH certified air purifying
respirator equipped with R or P95 filters may be used.
A respiratory protection program that meets or is equivalent to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 should be followed
whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. Air purifying respirators provide limited protection and cannot be used in
atmospheres that exceed the maximum use concentration (as directed by regulation or the manufacturer's instructions), in oxygen
deficient (less than 19.5 percent oxygen) situations, or under conditions that are immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH).
Other Protective Equipment: Eye wash and quick-drench shower facilities should be available in the work area. Thoroughly
clean shoes and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
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Suggestions provided in this section for exposure control and specific types of protective equipment are based on
readily available information. Users should consult with the specific manufacturer to confirm the performance of their
protective equipment. Specific situations may require consultation with industrial hygiene, safety, or engineering
professionals.
Bright yellow
Solid
Rotten egg / sulfurous
No data
Not applicable
1mm Hg @ 363F / 184C
> 38.9
833 F / 445 C
246 F / 119 C
Insoluble
No data
1.8 @ 68F / 20C
No data
405 F / 207 C
Cleveland Open Cup (COC), ASTM D92
3
35 g/m as dust
3
1,400 g/m as dust
450 F / 232 C
Hazard
Harmful if inhaled
Additional Information
Contains poisonous hydrogen
sulfide gas. See Signs and
Symptoms.
LC50/LD50 Data
>1 mg/L (dust, estimated)
Skin Absorption
Unlikely to be harmful
> 2g/kg
Ingestion (Swallowing)
Unlikely to be harmful
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TPQ
500 lb
EPCRA RQ
100 lb
RQ
100 lb
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Date of Issue:
Status:
Previous Issue Date:
Revised Sections or Basis for Revision:
SDS Number:
03-Apr-2012
FINAL
03-Feb-2012
Format change
Identified Hazards (Section 2)
Toxicological (Section 11)
Environmental hazards (Section 12)
778933
Guide to Abbreviations:
ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists; CASRN = Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number; CEILING = Ceiling
Limit (15 minutes); CERCLA = The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act; EPA = Environmental Protection
Agency; GHS = Globally Harmonized System; IARC = International Agency for Research on Cancer; INSHT = National Institute for Health and
Safety at Work; IOPC = International Oil Pollution Compensation; LEL = Lower Explosive Limit; NE = Not Established; NFPA = National Fire
Protection Association; NTP = National Toxicology Program; OSHA = Occupational Safety and Health Administration; PEL = Permissible Exposure
Limit (OSHA); SARA = Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act; STEL = Short Term Exposure Limit (15 minutes); TLV = Threshold Limit
Value (ACGIH); TWA = Time Weighted Average (8 hours); UEL = Upper Explosive Limit; WHMIS = Worker Hazardous Materials Information
System (Canada)