LIVER OF SULPHUR
SAFETY INFORMATION
Chemical Name
Sulphurated Potash; Liver of Sulphur
Formula
Mixture of
potassium polysulphides and potassium thiosulphate
Physical Data
Very
soluble in water.
Appearance and Odour
Yellowish-brown lumps. May discolour on exposure to air and light.
Odour
of hydrogen sulphide.
Reactivity
Decomposes
in air to free sulphur and potassium carbonate turning yellow to grey.
Incompatible with acids, oxidizers,
alcohol,
carbonate water.
First Aid
CONTACT
-
wash
contact area thoroughly with water. If eye irritation persists, see a
doctor. If swallowed, give water or milk and
induce
vomiting.
INHALATION - remove to fresh air, give oxygen or respiration
as needed. Get medical assistance. Launder
clothing
before reuse.
Spills and Leaks
Sweep up
spill and collect for disposal. Ventilate area. Wash spill area
thoroughly with water. Disposal to hazardous
waste.
Stability
Stable, but flammable. Dust may form an explosive mixture with air.
Incompatible with strong acids, alcohols, strong oxidizing agents,
strong reducing agents, combustible materials,
halogenated hydrocarbons.
Toxicology
Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Severe irritant. Toxic gas (hydrogen sulphide).Risk phrases
Harmful by inhalation
Harmful if swallowed
Irritating to eyes
Irritating to respiratory system
Irritating to skin
Transport Information
Materials liable to spontaneous combustion
Personal protection
Gloves, safety glasses, adequate ventilation.
A
comprehensive collection of MSDSs can be found at
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