FERROUS SULFATE (FeSO4 7H2O)
MSDS Number: F102 --- Effective Date: 06/07/2013
1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name : Ferrous Sulphate
Synonyms : Iron (II) sulfate (1:1), heptahydrate;
CAS No. : 7720-78-7
Molecular Weight : 278
Chemical Formula : FeSO4 7H2O
Recommended Uses : Industrial
Company Information:
Novel Chemicals
Tongabari, Ashulia,
Savar, Dhaka.
Physical State : Solid (Blue Green)
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient Scientific CAS No Percent Hazardous
Symbol
Ferrous Sulfate FeSO4 7H2O 7720-78-7 98 - 99% Yes
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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WARNING! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. CAUSES IRRITATION TO
SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. AFFECTS THE LIVER.
Ratings (Provided here for your convenience)
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Health Rating: 1 - Slight
Flammability Rating: 0 - None
Reactivity Rating: 0 - None
Contact Rating: 0 - None
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT
Storage Color Code: Orange (General Storage)
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Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath.
Ingestion:
Low toxicity in small quantities but larger dosages may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and
black stool. Pink urine discoloration is a strong indicator of iron poisoning. Liver damage, coma,
and death from iron poisoning has been recorded. Smaller doses are much more toxic to children.
Skin Contact:
Causes irritation to skin. Symptoms include redness, itching, and pain.
Eye Contact:
Causes irritation, redness, and pain.
Chronic Exposure:
Severe or chronic ferrous sulfate poisonings may damage blood vessels. Large chronic doses
cause rickets in infants. Chronic exposure may cause liver effects. Prolonged exposure of the
eyes may cause discoloration.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
Persons with pre-existing skin disorders or eye problems, or impaired liver, kidney or respiratory
function may be more susceptible to the effects of the substance.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion:
Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly
clean shoes before reuse.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper
eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion:
Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
Special Information:
Use protective clothing and breathing equipment appropriate for the surrounding fire.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in
Section 8. Spills: Pick up and place in a suitable container for reclamation or disposal, using a
method that does not generate dust. US Regulations (CERCLA) require reporting spills and
releases to soil, water and air in excess of reportable quantities. The toll free number for the US
Coast Guard National Response Center is (800) 424-8802.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling Wear personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with
skin,
eyes and clothing. Avoid dust formation. Do not breathe dust.
Storage Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Maintain a
constant temperature not to exceed 24 degrees centigrade (75 degrees fahrenheit). Fluctuating
temperatures causes product oxidation.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
-ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):
1 mg/m3 (TWA) soluble iron salt as Fe
Ventilation System:
A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below the
Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control
the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work
area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended
Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
If the exposure limit is exceeded, a half-face dust/mist respirator may be worn for up to ten times
the exposure limit or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory
agency or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. A full-face piece dust/mist respirator may be
worn up to 50 times the exposure limit, or the maximum use concentration specified by the
appropriate regulatory agency, or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. For emergencies or
instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-
supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-
deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:
Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as
appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of solutions is
possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance : Blue green crystals.
Odor :Odorless.
Solubility :48.6 g/100 g water @ 50C (122F)
Density :1.90
pH : 3-6(5% Solution @ 21C (70F)
Boiling Point : > 300C (> 572F) Decomposes.
Melting Point :57C (135F) Loses water
Vapor Density (Air=1): No information found.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): No information found.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No information found.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage. Looses water in dry air and oxidizes upon
exposure to moisture, forming a brown coating of extremely corrosive basic ferric sulfate.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Burning may produce sulfur oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization:
This substance does not polymerize.
Incompatibilities:
Alkalis, soluble carbonates, and oxidizing materials. Reacts in moist air to form ferric sulfate.
Conditions to Avoid:
Moisture.
11. Toxicological Information
Oral rat LD50: 319 mg/kg. Investigated as a tumorigen and mutagen.
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate : No information found.
Environmental Toxicity :No information found.
13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and
approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change
the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal
disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state
and local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Not regulated.
15. Other Information
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
WARNING! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. CAUSES IRRITATION TO
SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. AFFECTS THE LIVER.
Label Precautions:
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Avoid breathing dust.
Keep container closed.
Use only with adequate ventilation.
Label First Aid:
If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. In case of contact, immediately
flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing
and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. In all cases, get medical attention.
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent. Bulk pharmaceutical chemical.
Revision Information:
No changes.
Poison Schedule: No information found.
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
Disclaimer:
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Novel Chemicals provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no
representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as
a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained
person using this product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their
independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose.
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