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Product Name: Anhydrous Copper Sulfate
Chemical Formula: CuSO4
Common Names: Copper(II) Sulfate, Cupric Sulfate
CAS Number: 7758-98-7
Recommended Uses: Used in agriculture as a fungicide, pesticide, feed additive, industrial processes, and laboratory reagent
Manufacturer: Listed on product packaging or supplier documents
Emergency Contact: Provided in manufacturer literature or safety protocols
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Toxic if swallowed, harmful in contact with skin, causes severe skin burns and eye damage, causes serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation, harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral), Category 3; Acute Toxicity (Dermal), Category 4; Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 1B; Eye Damage/Irritation, Category 1; Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Single Exposure, Category 3; Hazardous to Aquatic Environment, Category 2
Pictograms: Skull and Crossbones, Corrosive, Exclamation Mark, Environment
Precautionary Statements: Do not breathe dust or fumes, wash thoroughly after handling, use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area, wear protective gloves, clothing, eye and face protection, avoid release to the environment, dispose of contents according to local regulations
Chemical Name: Copper(II) Sulfate Anhydrous
Synonyms: Blue Stone (although anhydrous form is white or grayish), Vitriol of Copper
Content: >98% by weight
Impurities: Moisture less than 1%, traces of other metal sulfates depending on grade
Molecular Weight: 159.61 g/mol
EINECS Number: 231-847-6
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, seek immediate medical attention, do not induce vomiting
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash affected areas with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, get medical attention for irritation or burns
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, seek urgent medical advice
Most Important Symptoms/Effects: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, burning sensation, skin or eye lesions
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None identified for chemical itself, though avoid strong jets that disperse dust
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides, copper oxides, toxic fumes
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full chemical protective suit
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Substance is not flammable, but toxic fumes can develop under fire conditions; containers may rupture if heated
Personal Precautions: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, avoid dust formation, ventilate area
Protective Equipment: Use chemical-resistant gloves, eye protection, respirator for dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways, drains, soil
Containment: Sweep up carefully to avoid dust, store in appropriate waste container
Clean-up Methods: Collect spill with minimal dust, place in labeled containers for proper disposal, wash area with plenty of water
Safe Handling: Minimize dust generation and accumulation, avoid inhalation or ingestion, do not eat, drink, or smoke while using
Hygiene: Wash thoroughly after handling, keep work clothes separate
Safe Storage: Store in a tightly closed container, keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, magnesium, sodium hypochlorite, reducing agents
Storage Stability: Keep away from moisture and humidity to maintain anhydrous state
Occupational Exposure Limit: OSHA PEL (as copper dust and mist): 1 mg/m3 (TWA); ACGIH TLV: 1 mg/m3 (TWA)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, process enclosure, general ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), splash goggles or face shield, protective lab coat, impervious footwear
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved respirator for particulates if exposure limits may be exceeded
Environmental Controls: Do not allow material to reach ground water, bodies of water, or sewage systems
Appearance: White to gray-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: 3.5 (10 g/l, 20°C in water)
Melting Point: Decomposes above 600°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Non-flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Solubility in Water: 23 g/l at 20°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Density: 3.6 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): No data available
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not explosive
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions, loses crystallinity when exposed to moisture
Reactivity: Non-reactive under normal conditions, reacts with acids and reducing agents
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with magnesium to produce hydrogen, reacts with sodium hypochlorite to form chlorine
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Copper oxides, sulfur oxides
Conditions to Avoid: Humidity, high heat, incompatible substances
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): 300 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 (rabbit): >2,000 mg/kg
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Symptoms of Exposure: Burning of mouth, throat, stomach; gastrointestinal disturbance, metallic taste, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, kidney/liver injury at high doses
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes severe burns
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes severe eye damage
Carcinogenicity: Not considered carcinogenic by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA
Chronic Effects: Repeated exposure can cause damage to organs such as liver and kidneys
Additional Toxicological Data: May cause metal fume fever if heated and inhaled as fume
Ecotoxicity: Very toxic to aquatic organisms; LC50 (.96-hour, fish): 0.1-2.5 mg/L depending on species
Aquatic Mobility: High solubility means increased risk to waterways
Persistence and Degradability: Not quickly biodegradable, persists in the environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Moderate, copper can accumulate in aquatic organisms
Soil Mobility: Can leach through soil when present in water-soluble form
Other Adverse Effects: Can disrupt aquatic bacterial and algal processes even at low concentrations
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose as hazardous waste in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of contaminated containers as hazardous waste
Sewage Disposal: Do not discharge into drains or watercourses
Special Precautions: Seek advice from disposal specialist on safest method for your location
UN Number: 3077
UN Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (copper sulfate, anhydrous)
Transport Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles)
Packing Group: III
Environmental Hazards: Applicable, marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: Avoid generating dust, use sealed packaging, protect from moisture during transport
Transport Labels: Class 9 label required
OSHA HazCom Status: Hazardous chemical under 29 CFR 1910.1200
TSCA Status: Listed in United States TSCA inventory
SARA Title III: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard; Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard; SARA 313: Copper compounds subject to reporting
WHMIS (Canada): D1B (Toxic Material); D2B (Other Toxic Effects)
REACH (EU): Registered, subject to restrictions under Annex XVII
Other Regulations: Subject to regulation by country and usage, consult local environmental protection and workplace health authorities for further requirements
