CASWELL INC
Safety Data Sheet
Copper Crystals
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 Product identifier
Product name Copper Crystals
Product number CU15C
Brand Caswell
Substance name Copper II Sulfate, Pentahydrate
1.2 Other means of identification
Blue Powder or Crystals
1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Plating Copper onto objects.
1.4 Supplier’s details
Name Caswell Inc
Address 7696 Route 31
Lyons, NY 14489
USA
Telephone 315 946 1213
Fax 315 946 4456
email sales@caswellplating.com
1.5 Emergency phone number(s)
Office Hours (9-4ET): 315 946 1213
24 Hour: CHEMTEL US# 1-800-255-3924 Intl# +01-813-248-0585
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
- Acute toxicity, oral (chapter 3.1), Cat. 3
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
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Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statement(s)
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to …
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P391 Collect spillage.
2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Substance name Copper II Sulfate, Pentahydrate
Hazardous components
1. COPPER SULFATE PENTAHYDRATE
Concentration 100 % (Volume)
Other names / synonyms BLUE COPPER AS; BLUE VITRIOL; BLUESTONE; COPPER (2+)
SULFATE PENTAHYDRATE; COPPER (II) SULFATE PENTAHYDRATE;
COPPER (II) SULFATE PENTAHYDRATE (1:1:5); COPPER SULFATE;
COPPER SULPHATE; COPPERFINE-ZINC;
COPPERSULFATEPENTAHYDRATE; CSP; CUPRIC SULFATE
PENTAHYDRATE; NATURAL CHALCANTHITE; ROMAN VITRIOL;
SALZBURG VITRIOL; SULFURIC ACID, COPPER (2+) SALT (1:1),
PENTAHYDRATE; SULFURIC ACID, COPPER (2+) SALT,
PENTAHYDRATE; TRIANGLE
CAS no. 7758-99-8
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
General advice Check the vital functions. Unconscious: maintain adequate airway and
respiration. Respiratory arrest: artificial respiration or oxygen. Cardiac arrest:
perform resuscitation. Victim conscious with laboured breathing: half-seated.
Victim in shock: on his back with legs slightly raised. Vomiting: prevent
asphyxia/aspiration pneumonia. Prevent cooling by covering the victim (no
warming up). Keep watching the victim. Give psychological aid. Keep the
victim calm, avoid physical strain. Depending on the victim's condition:
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doctor/hospital. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If
you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
If inhaled Remove the victim into fresh air. Respiratory problems: consult a
doctor/medical service. Assure fresh air breathing. Allow the victim to rest.
In case of skin contact Wash immediately with lots of water. Do not apply (chemical) neutralizing
agents. Take victim to a doctor if irritation persists. Remove affected clothing
and wash all exposed skin area with mild soap and water, followed by warm
water rinse.
In case of eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Do not apply neutralizing agents.
Take victim to an ophthalmologist if irritation persists. Rinse immediately with
plenty of water. Obtain medical attention if pain, blinking or redness persist.
If swallowed Rinse mouth with water. Immediately after ingestion: give lots of water to
drink. Call Poison Information Centre (www.big.be/antigif.htm). Consult a
doctor/medical service if you feel unwell. Ingestion of large quantities:
immediately to hospital. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain
emergency medical attention. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or
doctor/physician
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Symptoms/injuries after inhalation: AFTER INHALATION OF DUST: Dry/sore throat. Coughing. ON HEATING:
Metal fume fever.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact: Tingling/irritation of the skin.
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact: Irritation of the eye tissue.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion: Metal taste. Irritation of the oral mucous membranes. Nausea. Vomiting.
Headache. Dizziness. Feeling of weakness. AFTER ABSORPTION OF HIGH QUANTITIES: Abdominal pain.
Diarrhoea. Change in the haemogramme/blood composition. Change in urine composition. Disturbances of
consciousness.
Chronic symptoms: ON CONTINUOUS/REPEATED EXPOSURE/CONTACT: Red skin. Itching. Skin
rash/inflammation. Feeling of weakness. Loss of weight. Coughing. Possible inflammation of the respiratory tract.
Risk of pneumonia. Enlargement/affection of the liver.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Adapt extinguishing media to the environment. Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Reacts on exposure to water (moisture) with (some) metals. On burning: release of toxic and corrosive
gases/vapours (sulphur oxides) and formation of metallic fumes. Reacts exothermically with (some) compounds:
(increased) risk of fire. Reacts violently with (strong) reducers.
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Exposure to fire/heat: keep upwind. Exposure to fire/heat: consider evacuation. Exposure to fire/heat: have
neighbourhood close doors and windows.
Further information
No unsuitable extinguishing media known. Do not use a heavy water stream.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
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6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Gloves. Face-shield. Protective clothing. Dust cloud production: compressed air/oxygen apparatus. Dust cloud
production: dust-tight suit. Mark the danger area. Prevent dust cloud formation. No naked flames. Wash
contaminated clothes. In case of reactivity hazard: consider evacuation. Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent soil and water pollution. Prevent spreading in sewers
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
In case of dust production: keep upwind. Dust production: have neighbourhood close doors and windows.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Comply with the legal requirements. Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Clean contaminated clothing.
Thoroughly clean/dry the installation before use. Do not discharge the waste into the drain. Avoid raising dust. Keep
away from naked flames/heat. Observe strict hygiene. Keep container tightly closed. Measure the concentration in
the air regularly. Carry operations in the open/under local exhaust/ventilation or with respiratory protection. Wash
hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving
work. Provide good ventilation in process area to prevent formation of vapour.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : incompatible materials. Keep
container closed when not in use.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Avoid all unnecessary exposure.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Face shield. In case of dust production: protective goggles.
Skin protection
Gloves. Wear protective gloves.
Body protection
Protective clothing. In case of dust production: head/neck protection. In case of dust production: dustproof clothing.
Respiratory protection
Dust production: dust mask with filter type P2. Dust production: dust mask with filter type P3. Wear appropriate
mask.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance/form Blue Solid
Odor None
Odor threshold
pH 4
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Melting point/freezing point
Initial boiling point and boiling range
Flash point
Evaporation rate
Flammability (solid, gas)
Upper/lower flammability limits
Upper/lower explosive limits
Vapor pressure
Vapor density
Relative density 2.3
Solubility(ies) Soluble in water. Soluble in methanol. Soluble in
glycerol. Water: 23 g/100ml Ethanol: 16 g/100ml (18 °C)
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature
Decomposition temperature > 110 deg C
Viscosity
Explosive properties
Oxidizing properties
Other safety information
Hygroscopic. Substance has acid reaction.
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reacts on exposure to water (moisture) with (some) metals. On burning: release of toxic and corrosive
gases/vapours (sulphur oxides) and formation of metallic fumes. Reacts exothermically with (some) compounds:
(increased) risk of fire. Reacts violently with (strong) reducers.
10.2 Chemical stability
Hygroscopic. Not established.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong acids. Strong bases.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
fume. Sulfur compounds.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 oral rat 300 mg/kg (Rat)
LD50 dermal rabbit > 2000 mg/kg (Rabbit)
Skin corrosion/irritation
Not classified
Serious eye damage/irritation
Not classified
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Respiratory or skin sensitization
Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity
Not classified
Carcinogenicity
Not classified
Reproductive toxicity
Not classified
STOT-single exposure
Toxic if swallowed.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
Ecology - general: Dangerous for the environment.
Ecology - air: TA-Luft Klasse 5.2.2/III.
Ecology - water: Water pollutant (surface water). Ground water pollutant. Maximum concentration in drinking water:
2.0 mg/l (copper) (Directive 98/83/EC); 250 mg/l (sulfate) (Directive 98/83/EC). Highly toxic to fishes. Very toxic to
invertebrates (Daphnia). Highly toxic to algae. pH shift.
LC50 fishes 1: 1.5 mg/l (24 h; Lepomis macrochirus; TOXICITY TEST)
LC50 fish 2: 0.17 mg/l 24 h; Salmo gairdneri (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
TLM fish 1: 3.8 ppm (24 h; Salmo gairdneri (Oncorhynchus mykiss); Fresh water)
Persistence and degradability
Not established.
Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumable. Not established.
Other adverse effects
Toxic to flora.
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Disposal of the product
Remove waste in accordance with local and/or national regulations. Recycle/reuse. Do not discharge into the
sewer. Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations. Dispose of contents/container to
comply with local, state and federal regulations.
Sewage disposal
Avoid release to the environment. Hazardous waste due to toxicity.
SECTION 14: Transport information
DOT (US)
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
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Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory
Copper Sulfate
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Copper Sulfate
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Copper Sulfate
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Copper Sulfate
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory Listed on SARA Section 313 (Specific
toxic chemical listings)
HMIS Rating
Copper II Sulfate, Pentahydrate
HEALTH 2
FLAMMABILITY 0
PHYSICAL HAZARD 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION C
NFPA Rating
SECTION 16: Other information
16.1 Further information/disclaimer
DISCLAIMER: The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently
available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with
respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own
investigation to determine the suitability of information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Caswell Inc be
liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental,
consequential or exemplary damages, whatsoever arising, even if Caswell Inc has been advised of the possibility of
such damages.
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