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Product Information
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CAS No
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7704-34-9
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Chemical Formula
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S
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Physical & Chemical Properties
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Physical State & Appearance
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Yellow powder or pieces
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Odor
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No odor.
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Water Solubility
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Insoluble
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Melting Point
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112.8
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Boiling Point
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444.6
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Vapor Pressure
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1 mm at 183.8
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Density
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2.07
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Uses
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Production of Sulfuric Acid, Carbon Disulfide, Sulfur Dioxide, Phosphorous Pentasulfide, Pulp and paper.
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Safety & First aid
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Potential Health Effects
Inhalation:
Sulfur dust is a very mild irritant. Chronic inhalation may cause irritation of mucous membranes. No injurious effects have been ascribed to the inhalation of the dust in the US, but bronchitis and “thiopneumoconiosis” have been reported in foreign literature.
Eye Contact:
A mild skin irritant. Prolonged contact may cause dryness. A mild irritant of the eyes. |
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First Aid
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Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air.
Ingestion:
Induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention.
Wash area with soap and water.
Skin Contact:
Eye Contact:
Flush eyes with plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. |
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Fire Fighting Measures
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Flash Point: 207 (cc)
Autoignition Temperature: 232
Explosion:
Emits toxic and irritating sulfur oxides (SOx) when burning. Sulfur is a combustible solid. Dusts may form explosive mixtures with air.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Water or special mixture of dry chemical.
Special Information:
Full protective gear and SCBA unit are required when fighting fires involving sulfur. |
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Special Features
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Stability & Reactivity:
Stable
Conditions to avoid:
Heat, sparks, open flames.
Incompatibilities:
Oxidizers, halogens, carbides, powdered metals, NH3.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
SO.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur. |
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