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Product Name: Sulfanilamide
Chemical Formula: C6H8N2O2S
CAS Number: 63-74-1
Synonyms: p-Aminobenzenesulfonamide, 4-Aminobenzenesulfonamide
Recommended Use: Pharmaceutical applications, reference material, laboratory reagent
Manufacturer Information: Supplier’s name, address, phone number (fill as per actual source)
Emergency Contact: Local emergency numbers, Poison Control Center contact, available 24 hours
Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Serious Eye Irritation Category 2, Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, Causes eye irritation, May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Health hazard
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wash hands after handling, do not eat or drink or smoke when using this material, wear protective gloves and eyewear, dispose of contents in accordance with local or national regulations
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, eye contact
Potential Health Effects: Irritation to respiratory tract, headaches, possible allergic reactions, skin sensitization from repeated contact
Chemical Name: Sulfanilamide
CAS Number: 63-74-1
Percent: >99% by weight
Impurities: Typically less than 1% other organic materials dependent on source
Molecular Weight: 172.20 g/mol
Relevant Additives: No significant additives present
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest, provide artificial respiration if not breathing, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical personnel, seek immediate medical attention
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash affected skin with soap and water, get medical help if irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, lift upper and lower eyelids, consult a healthcare provider
Most Important Symptoms: Nausea, headache, dizziness, irritation of eyes or mucus membranes, allergic response in sensitive individuals
Notes for Medical Personnel: Treat symptomatically, support respiratory and cardiovascular functions where compromised
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct jet of water may spread material or create dust hazard
Special Hazards: On combustion, may emit nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, and toxic fumes
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear full protective gear including self-contained breathing apparatus, avoid inhalation of smoke or combustion products
Firefighting Procedures: Move containers from fire area if safe, cool exposed containers with water spray, contain runoff to prevent entry to water sources
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of nitrogen and sulfur released during fire
Personal Precautions: Wear protective clothing, gloves, and goggles, avoid generation of dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent release into drains, watercourses, and soil
Methods for Clean-Up: Sweep up with care to avoid generating airborne dust, collect in appropriate containers for disposal, ventilate area, wash affected surfaces thoroughly
Decontamination Procedures: Use water and mild detergent, avoid excessive liquid to prevent spread, dispose of cleaning materials as hazardous waste
Special Handling: Remove ignition sources and ventilate area before entering to clean
Handling: Handle with adequate ventilation, minimize dust generation, avoid direct contact with skin and eyes, do not eat, drink, or smoke during use, use only with appropriate chemical-resistant gloves and goggles
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, keep container tightly closed, protect from heat and direct sunlight, do not store near incompatible substances such as oxidizing agents or acids
Storage Stability: Keep away from strong light and moisture, follow manufacturer’s shelf-life recommendations
Incompatible Materials: Oxidizers, strong acids, strong bases
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific limits established for sulfanilamide, avoid excessive exposure by following standard laboratory practices
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, maintain negative pressure in work area where possible, isolate handling from uninvolved personnel
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), goggles or face shield, laboratory coat or coverall, properly fitted NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator during dusty operations
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks and after handling, remove contaminated clothing and equipment, avoid touching face or eyes
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: Slightly acidic (in solution)
Melting Point/Range: 164-166°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not determined for solid
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Combustible at high temperatures
Explosive Limits: Data not available
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: 1.08 g/cm³
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, more soluble in acetone and alcohol
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): 0.61
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C with release of toxic gases
Viscosity: Not relevant for solid
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to heat, sparks, open flame, moisture, incompatible substances
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidants, acids, bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide possible in a fire scenario or with thermal decomposition
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): 3500 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Direct contact may cause irritation or sensitization
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Inhalation of dust may cause allergies or asthma symptoms
Skin Sensitization: Repeated contact can cause allergic reactions in some individuals
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No data on mutagenic effects in humans
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: Not established, animal studies limited
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: Prolonged exposure may impact kidney and liver
Routes of Entry: Ingestion, skin and eye contact, inhalation
Symptoms of Exposure: Digestive discomfort, rash, watery eyes, respiratory irritation, dizziness in rare cases
Ecotoxicity: Data limited; not expected to be acutely toxic to aquatic life at low concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegrades slowly, persistent in some conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low (log Kow 0.61)
Mobility in Soil: Moderate mobility, may leach through soil profile
Other Adverse Effects: No evidence of ozone depletion, little hazard for the broader environment at laboratory or production scale, but larger spills could contaminate water sources and harm aquatic ecosystems if not controlled
Disposal Methods: Collect dry material in waste chemical containers, do not dump in drains or environment
Waste Treatment: Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber or dispose of by licensed chemical waste contractor
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of containers as hazardous chemical waste, rinse thoroughly if recycling
Regulations: Follow local, state, and federal disposal regulations, EPA, RCRA, and other relevant environmental controls
Waste Code: Assign as hazardous if product or residue meets certain criteria for toxicity or reactivity
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport under UN, IMDG, IATA regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Sulfanilamide, solid, non-hazardous for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not assigned
Label Requirements: General chemical label, no special labeling for transport
Special Precautions: Protect containers from physical damage and secure against movement, avoid dust release during handling and shipping
TSCA Status: Listed
REACH Registration: Exempt or listed, depending on importer designation
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting under SARA 302, 304, 313
California Proposition 65: Not listed
WHMIS Classification: D2B (Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects)
OSHA: Material considered hazardous based on chronic toxicity
Other Regulations: Monitor workplace exposure according to national regulations, report bulk use or disposal to relevant agencies where required, consult local environmental and chemical control laws regularly for compliance
