Safety data sheet Safety data sheet

acc. to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

Ammonium sulphate ≥99%, crystalline

article number: 9218 date of compilation: 2016-09-27
Version: 4.1 en Revision: 2024-09-18
Replaces version of: 2024-03-03
Version: (4)

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the

company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Identification of the substance Ammonium sulphate ≥99%, crystalline
Article number 9218
EC number 231-984-1
CAS number 7783-20-2
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified uses: Laboratory chemical
Laboratory and analytical use
Uses advised against: Do not use for private purposes (household).
Food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Carl Roth GmbH + Co. KG
Schoemperlenstr. 3-5
D-76185 Karlsruhe
Germany

Telephone:+49 (0) 721 - 56 06 0

Telefax: +49 (0) 721 - 56 06 149
e-mail: sicherheit@[Link]
Website: [Link]
Competent person responsible for the safety data Department Health, Safety and Environment
sheet:
e-mail (competent person): sicherheit@[Link]
1.4 Emergency telephone number

Name Street Postal Telephone Website

code/city
National Poisons Information Dudley Rd B187QH 844 892 0111
Service Birming-
City Hospital ham

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification acc. to GHS
This substance does not meet the criteria for classification.
2.2 Label elements
Labelling
not required

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article number: 9218

2.3 Other hazards

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
According to the results of its assessment, this substance is not a PBT or a vPvB.
Endocrine disrupting properties
Does not contain an endocrine disruptor (ED) at a concentration of ≥ 0,1%.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances
Name of substance Ammonium sulphate
Molecular formula (NH₄)₂SO₄
Molar mass 132,1 g/mol
CAS No 7783-20-2
EC No 231-984-1

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

General notes
Take off contaminated clothing.
Following inhalation
Provide fresh air.
Following skin contact
Rinse skin with water/shower.
Following eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Following ingestion
Rinse mouth. Call a doctor if you feel unwell.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Acidosis, Gastrointestinal complaints, Irritant effects
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
none

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

co-ordinate firefighting measures to the fire surroundings!
water, foam, alcohol resistant foam, dry extinguishing powder, ABC-powder

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Unsuitable extinguishing media

water jet
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Non-combustible.
Hazardous combustion products
In case of fire may be liberated: Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Sulphur oxides (SOx)
5.3 Advice for firefighters
In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Fight fire with normal precautions from a reas-
onable distance. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

For non-emergency personnel

Control of dust.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Keep away from drains, surface and ground water. Retain contaminated washing water and dispose
of it.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Advice on how to contain a spill
Covering of drains. Take up mechanically.
Advice on how to clean up a spill
Take up mechanically.
Other information relating to spills and releases
Place in appropriate containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Hazardous combustion products: see section 5. Personal protective equipment: see section 8. Incom-
patible materials: see section 10. Disposal considerations: see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
No special measures are necessary.
Advice on general occupational hygiene
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in a dry place.
Incompatible substances or mixtures
Observe hints for combined storage. Incompatible materials: see section 10.
Consideration of other advice:
Ventilation requirements
Use local and general ventilation.
Specific designs for storage rooms or vessels
Recommended storage temperature: 15 – 25 °C

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7.3 Specific end use(s)

No information available.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
National limit values
Occupational exposure limit values (Workplace Exposure Limits)

Coun Name of agent CAS No Identifi- TWA STEL Ceil- Nota- Source
try er [mg/m [mg/m ing-C tion
³] ³] [mg/m
³]
GB dust WEL 10 i EH40/2005

GB dust WEL 4 r EH40/2005

Notation
Ceiling-C Ceiling value is a limit value above which exposure should not occur
i Inhalable fraction
r Respirable fraction
STEL Short-term exposure limit: a limit value above which exposure should not occur and which is related to a 15-
minute period (unless otherwise specified)
TWA Time-weighted average (long-term exposure limit): measured or calculated in relation to a reference period of 8
hours time-weighted average (unless otherwise specified)

Human health values

Relevant DNELs and other threshold levels

Endpoint Threshold Protection goal, Used in Exposure time
level route of exposure
DNEL 11,17 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) chronic - systemic effects

DNEL 42,67 mg/kg human, dermal worker (industry) chronic - systemic effects
bw/day

Environmental values

Relevant PNECs and other threshold levels

End- Threshold Organism Environmental com- Exposure time
point level partment
PNEC 0,53 mg/l aquatic organisms water intermittent release

PNEC 0,312 mg/l aquatic organisms freshwater short-term (single instance)

mg/
PNEC 0,031 l aquatic organisms marine water short-term (single instance)

PNEC 16,18 mg/ aquatic organisms sewage treatment plant short-term (single instance)
l
(STP)

PNEC 0,063 mg/kg aquatic organisms freshwater sediment short-term (single instance)

PNEC 62,6 mg/ terrestrial organisms soil short-term (single instance)

kg

8.2 Exposure controls

Individual protection measures (personal protective equipment)

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Eye/face protection

Use safety goggle with side protection.

Skin protection

• hand protection
Wear suitable gloves. Chemical protection gloves are suitable, which are tested according to EN 374.
• type of material
NBR (Nitrile rubber)
• material thickness
>0,11 mm
• breakthrough times of the glove material
>480 minutes (permeation: level 6)
• other protection measures
Take recovery periods for skin regeneration. Preventive skin protection (barrier creams/ointments) is
recommended.
Respiratory protection

Respiratory protection necessary at: Dust formation. Particulate filter device (EN 143). P1 (filters at
least 80 % of airborne particles, colour code: White).
Environmental exposure controls
Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state solid
Form crystals
Colour colourless - whitish
Odour odourless
Melting point/freezing point 230 °C
Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling not determined
range
Flammability non-combustible
Lower and upper explosion limit not relevant (solid)
Flash point not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature not determined

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Decomposition temperature >280 °C (ECHA)

pH (value) 5 – 6 (in aqueous solution: 130 g/l, 25 °C)
Kinematic viscosity not relevant

Solubility(ies)
Water solubility ~ 767 g/l at 25 °C (ECHA)

Partition coefficient
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (log value): not relevant (inorganic)

Vapour pressure 0 hPa at 25 °C

Density and/or relative density

Density 1,77 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Relative vapour density not relevant (solid)
Bulk density 800 – 900 kg/m³

Particle characteristics No data available.

Other safety parameters

Oxidising properties none
9.2 Other information
Information with regard to physical hazard hazard classes acc. to GHS
classes: (physical hazards): not relevant
Other safety characteristics: There is no additional information.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
This material is not reactive under normal ambient conditions.
10.2 Chemical stability
The material is stable under normal ambient and anticipated storage and handling conditions of tem-
perature and pressure.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Violent reaction with: strong oxidiser, Chlorates, Nitrites, Potassium nitrate, Alkalis, Hypochlorite
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Keep away from heat. Decompostion takes place from temperatures above: >280 °C.
10.5 Incompatible materials
There is no additional information.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous combustion products: see section 5.

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article number: 9218

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Classification acc. to GHS
This substance does not meet the criteria for classification.
Acute toxicity
Shall not be classified as acutely toxic.
GHS of the United Nations, annex 4. May be harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin.

Acute toxicity
Exposure route Endpoint Value Species Method Source
mg
oral LD50 4.250 /kg rat ECHA
mg
dermal LD50 >2.000 /kg rat ECHA

Skin corrosion/irritation
Shall not be classified as corrosive/irritant to skin.
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Shall not be classified as seriously damaging to the eye or eye irritant.
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Shall not be classified as a respiratory or skin sensitiser.
Germ cell mutagenicity
Shall not be classified as germ cell mutagenic.
Carcinogenicity
Shall not be classified as carcinogenic.
Reproductive toxicity
Shall not be classified as a reproductive toxicant.
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
Shall not be classified as a specific target organ toxicant (single exposure).
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
Shall not be classified as a specific target organ toxicant (repeated exposure).
Aspiration hazard
Shall not be classified as presenting an aspiration hazard.

Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics

• If swallowed
diarrhoea, vomiting
• If in eyes
essentially non-irritating
• If inhaled
Inhalation of dust may cause irritation of the respiratory system
• If on skin
Frequently or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermal irritation
• Other information
none
11.2 Endocrine disrupting properties
Does not contain an endocrine disruptor (ED) at a concentration of ≥ 0,1%.

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11.3 Information on other hazards

There is no additional information.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Shall not be classified as hazardous to the aquatic environment.
.

Aquatic toxicity (acute)

Endpoint Value Species Source Exposure
time
LC50 53 mg/l fish ECHA 96 h
mg
EC50 121,7 /l aquatic invertebrates ECHA 48 h

Aquatic toxicity (chronic)

Endpoint Value Species Source Exposure
time
EC50 2.700 mg/l algae ECHA 18 d

ErC50 1.605 mg/ algae ECHA 5d

l

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Data are not available.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Data are not available.
12.4 Mobility in soil
Data are not available.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Data are not available.
12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties
Does not contain an endocrine disruptor (ED) at a concentration of ≥ 0,1%.
12.7 Other adverse effects
Data are not available.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Consult the appropriate local waste disposal expert about waste disposal.
Sewage disposal-relevant information
Do not empty into drains.
Waste treatment of containers/packagings
Handle contaminated packages in the same way as the substance itself. Completely emptied pack-
ages can be recycled.

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13.2 Relevant provisions relating to waste

The allocation of waste identity numbers/waste descriptions must be carried out according to the
EEC, specific to the industry and process.
13.3 Remarks
Waste shall be separated into the categories that can be handled separately by the local or national
waste management facilities. Please consider the relevant national or regional provisions. Non-con-
taminated packages may be recycled.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number or ID number not subject to transport regulations
14.2 UN proper shipping name not assigned
14.3 Transport hazard class(es) none
14.4 Packing group not assigned
14.5 Environmental hazards non-environmentally hazardous acc. to the dan-
gerous goods regulations
14.6 Special precautions for user
There is no additional information.
14.7 Maritime transport in bulk according to IMO instruments
The cargo is not intended to be carried in bulk.

14.8 Information for each of the UN Model Regulations

International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG) - Additional information
Not subject to IMDG.
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO-IATA/DGR) - Additional information
Not subject to ICAO-IATA.

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Relevant provisions of the European Union (EU)
Seveso Directive

2012/18/EU (Seveso III)

No Dangerous substance/hazard categories Qualifying quantity (tonnes) for the ap- Notes
plication of lower and upper-tier re-
quirements
not assigned

Deco-Paint Directive

VOC content 0%

VOC content 0 g/l

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Industrial Emissions Directive (IED)

VOC content 0%

VOC content 0 g/l

Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic equipment (RoHS)
not listed
Regulation concerning the establishment of a European Pollutant Release and Transfer
Register (PRTR)
not listed
Water Framework Directive (WFD)

List of pollutants (WFD)

Name of substance Name acc. to inventory CAS No Listed Remarks
in
Ammonium sulphate Substances which contribute to a)
eutrophication (in particular, ni-
trates and phosphates)

Legend
a) Indicative list of the main pollutants

Regulation on the marketing and use of explosives precursors

not listed
Regulation on drug precursors
not listed
Regulation on substances that deplete the ozone layer (ODS)
not listed
Regulation concerning the export and import of hazardous chemicals (PIC)
not listed
Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP)
not listed
National regulations(GB)
List of substances subject to authorisation (GB REACH, Annex 14) / SVHC - candidate list
not listed
Restrictions according to GB REACH, Annex 17

Dangerous substances with restrictions (GB REACH, Annex 17)

Name of substance Name acc. to inventory CAS No No
Ammonium sulphate Inorganic ammonium salts 65

Other information
Directive 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at work. Observe employment restrictions un-
der the Maternity Protection Directive (92/85/EEC) for expectant or nursing mothers.

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National inventories

Country Inventory Status

AU AIIC substance is listed

CA DSL substance is listed

CN IECSC substance is listed

EU ECSI substance is listed

EU REACH Reg. substance is listed

JP CSCL-ENCS substance is listed

JP ISHA-ENCS substance is listed

KR KECI substance is listed

MX INSQ substance is listed

NZ NZIoC substance is listed

PH PICCS substance is listed

TR CICR substance is listed

TW TCSI substance is listed

US TSCA substance is listed (ACTIVE)

VN NCI substance is listed

Legend
AIIC Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals
CICR Chemical Inventory and Control Regulation
CSCL-ENCS List of Existing and New Chemical Substances (CSCL-ENCS)
DSL Domestic Substances List (DSL)
ECSI EC Substance Inventory (EINECS, ELINCS, NLP)
IECSC Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances Produced or Imported in China
INSQ National Inventory of Chemical Substances
ISHA-ENCS Inventory of Existing and New Chemical Substances (ISHA-ENCS)
KECI Korea Existing Chemicals Inventory
NCI National Chemical Inventory
NZIoC New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals
PICCS Philippine Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS)
REACH Reg. REACH registered substances
TCSI Taiwan Chemical Substance Inventory
TSCA Toxic Substance Control Act

15.2 Chemical safety assessment

No Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out for this substance.

SECTION 16: Other information

Indication of changes (revised safety data sheet)

Section Former entry (text/value) Actual entry (text/value) Safety-

relev-
ant
2.3 Endocrine disrupting properties: yes
Does not contain an endocrine disruptor (ED) at
a concentration of ≥ 0,1%.

14.8 Transport of dangerous goods by road, rail and yes

inland waterway (ADR/RID/ADN) - Additional in-
formation:
Not subject to ADR, RID and ADN.

15.1 VOC content: VOC content: yes

0% 0%
0 g/l

15.1 VOC content: yes

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Section Former entry (text/value) Actual entry (text/value) Safety-

relev-
ant
0 g/l

15.1 National inventories: yes

change in the listing (table)

Abbreviations and acronyms

Abbr. Descriptions of used abbreviations

ADR Accord relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route (Agreement concern-
ing the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)

CAS Chemical Abstracts Service (service that maintains the most comprehensive list of chemical substances)

Ceiling-C Ceiling value

DGR Dangerous Goods Regulations (see IATA/DGR)

DNEL Derived No-Effect Level

EC50 Effective Concentration 50 %. The EC50 corresponds to the concentration of a tested substance causing
50 % changes in response (e.g. on growth) during a specified time interval

EC No The EC Inventory (EINECS, ELINCS and the NLP-list) is the source for the seven-digit EC number, an identi-
fier of substances commercially available within the EU (European Union)

ED Endocrine disruptor

EH40/2005 EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits ([Link]

cence/)

EINECS European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances

ELINCS European List of Notified Chemical Substances

ErC50 ≡ EC50: in this method, that concentration of test substance which results in a 50 % reduction in either
growth (EbC50) or growth rate (ErC50) relative to the control

GB REACH The REACH etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019, SI 2019/758 (as amended)

GHS "Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals" developed by the United Na-
tions

IATA International Air Transport Association

IATA/DGR Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) for the air transport (IATA)

ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization

IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code

LC50 Lethal Concentration 50%: the LC50 corresponds to the concentration of a tested substance causing 50 %
lethality during a specified time interval

LD50 Lethal Dose 50 %: the LD50 corresponds to the dose of a tested substance causing 50 % lethality during a
specified time interval

NLP No-Longer Polymer

PBT Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic

PNEC Predicted No-Effect Concentration

REACH Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals

RID Règlement concernant le transport International ferroviaire des marchandises Dangereuses (Regulations
concerning the International carriage of Dangerous goods by Rail)

STEL Short-term exposure limit

TWA Time-weighted average

VOC Volatile Organic Compounds

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Abbr. Descriptions of used abbreviations

vPvB Very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative

WEL Workplace exposure limit

Key literature references and sources for data

Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR). Regulations
concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail (RID). International Maritime Dan-
gerous Goods Code (IMDG). Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) for the air transport (IATA).
Disclaimer
This information is based upon the present state of our knowledge. This SDS has been compiled and
is solely intended for this product.

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