Sulphuric acid, 2.5 l

This 2.5 L container holds Sulfuric Acid (CAS 7664-93-9), a Lewis acid found within the category of Organic & Bioorganic Chemicals, specifically Synthesis Reagents. It is an inorganic acid with a Molecular Weight of 98.08 g/mol. In the workplace, it requires caution as it is corrosive and may cause skin burns, eye damage, harm if swallowed, and potential corrosion to metals. It is also harmful to aquatic life. The recommended indicative occupational exposure limit value for the European Union is 0.05 mg/m3 (mist).

• CAS Number: 7664-93-9
• Molecular Formula: H2O4S
• Molecular Weight: 98.08
• Exact Mass: 97.96737971
• Boiling Point: 554 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998)
• Melting Point: 50.65 °F (EPA, 1998)
• Vapour Density: 3.4 (EPA, 1998) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H290: May be corrosive to metals [Warning Corrosive to Metals]
• H402: Harmful to aquatic life [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]
• H303: May be harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]