SAFETY DATA SHEET 

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Bright Acid Copper
Other Means of Identification: Not applicable  

Intended Use of the Product: Electroplating bath and brush
Restrictions on Use: For professional use only

Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party
Manufacturer:
Gold Plating Services
378 North Main #112 Layton, UT 84041
T: (801) 546 6200
www.GoldPlating.com

Emergency Telephone Number
PERS (801) 629-0667 or (800) 633-8253

SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the Substance or Mixture 
Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 1C
Eye Damage/Irritation, Category 1
Acute Toxicity - Oral, Category 4
Corrosive to metals
Acute Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1
Chronic Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1

Label Elements 
Hazard Pictograms:

Signal Word:
Danger

Hazard Statements:
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Harmful if swallowed.
May be corrosive to metals.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements:
Do not breathe dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapors, or spray.
Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.
Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye and face protection.
If swallowed: rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting.
If swallowed: immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician.
If on skin (or hair): rinse skin with water.
If inhaled: remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
If in eyes: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Take off all contaminated clothing immediately and wash it before reuse.
Keep only in original container.
Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
Store in a corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
Avoid release to the environment.
Collect spillage.
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. 

Other Hazards
No data available

Unknown Acute Toxicity
Not applicable

SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Mixture:

Chemical Name

CAS Number

EINECS Number

Concentration

Concentration

7758-99-8*

231-847-6

19%

Sulfuric acid

7664-93-9

231-639-5

Sulfuric acid 7664-93-9 231-639-5

*Under the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), hydrates are considered as mixtures of their anhydrous form and water. Accordingly, for the purposes of TSCA, the CAS Number for the anhydrous form of this material is 7758-98-7.
 

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of First Aid Measures
After Inhalation: Remove patient to fresh air. Support breathing if required. Obtain medical treatment for dizziness, unconsciousness, or irritation or difficulty in breathing.
After Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. Launder clothing before re-wearing. Seek medical attention for prolonged skin irritation.
After Eye Contact: Flush with water, including under lids, for fifteen minutes. Obtain immediate medical attention.
After Ingestion: If patient is conscious, rinse mouth and drink at least two large glasses of water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Obtain immediate medical attention. 

Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed
After Inhalation: Causes irritation to nasal and respiratory passages.
After Skin Contact: Causes severe skin burns.
After Eye Contact: Causes severe eye damage.
After Ingestion: Causes severe burns to mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract.
Chronic Symptoms: No data available

Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If exposed or concerned, get medical advice and attention. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
 

SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use media appropriate for surrounding fire such as foam, extinguishing powder, carbon dioxide, or water spray. In case of fire, cool endangered containers with water spray.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
High pressure water jet.

Specific Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
None reported.

Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures: Do not inhale combustion gasses.
Protection During Firefighting: For fires in enclosed areas, wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures
Wear appropriate skin, eye, and respiratory protection. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while cleaning up. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental Precautions
Prevent spills and rinsings from entering storm or sanitary sewers or other waterways and contact with soil.

Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
Wear appropriate personal protective gear including eye, skin, and respiratory protection. Contain spilled material and collect by absorption or other suitable method. Flush spill area with water. Do not allow this material or its rinsings to enter storm or sanitary sewers or other waterways.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for Safe Handling
Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid prolonged repeated skin contact and breathing mists or vapors. Use in well-ventilated areas. Do not empty waste into sanitary drains.

Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Store in a cool, dry area. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store only in the original container.
 

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Limits
For substances listed in section 3 that are not listed here, there are no established exposure limits from the manufacturer, supplier, importer, or the appropriate advisory agency including: ACGIH (TLV), AIHA (WEEL), NIOSH (REL), or OSHA (PEL).

Ingredient

ACGIH TLV

OSHA PEL

Other Limits

Copper sulfate pentahydrate

1 mg/m3 (Cu) TWA

1 mg/m3 (Cu)

1 mg/m3 (Cu) NIOSH REL

Sulfuric acid

0.2 mg/m3 TWA

1 mg/m3

1 mg/m3 NIOSH REL

 
Appropriate Engineering Controls
Use in well-ventilated areas with local exhaust.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles or safety glasses with side shields must be worn.
Skin and Body Protection: Wear rubber or neoprene gloves. Wear rubber apron and long sleeves to prevent skin contact. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating or smoking.
Respiratory Protection: Wear appropriate, approved respiratory protection when ventilation is inadequate to meet exposure limits.

 

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State: Liquid
Color: Dark blue
Odor: Slightly sharp
Odor Threshold: Not available
Melting Point: Not determined
Freezing Point: Not determined
Boiling Point: >100 °C (>212 °F)
Flammability (solid, gas): Not applicable
Upper/Lower Explosion Limits: Non-explosive
Flash Point: Not applicable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
pH: <1.0
Kinematic Viscosity: Similar to water
Solubility: Completely soluble in water at 20 °C
Partition Coefficient N-Octanol/Water: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Relative Density (H2O = 1) @25 °C: 1.17 +/- 0.05
Relative Vapor Density: Not determined
Particle Characteristics: Not applicable

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity: Stable and non-reactive when stored and used according to recommendations.
Chemical Stability: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: None are known
Conditions to Avoid: None reported
Incompatible Materials: Alkaline materials and strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of sulfur
 

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Routes of Exposure and Symptoms
Inhalation: Causes irritation to nasal and respiratory passages.
Skin Contact: Causes severe skin burns.
Eye Contact: Causes severe eye damage.
Ingestion: Causes severe burns to mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract. 

Delayed and Immediate Effects & Chronic Effects from Short and Long Term Exposure
Reproductive Effects: No applicable information available.
Target Organ Effects: No applicable information available.

Acute Toxicity Estimates
Acute Oral Toxicity: LD50: 300 mg/kg (rat, copper sulfate pentahydrate)
LD50: 2140 mg/kg (rat, sulfuric acid)
Acute Dermal Toxicity: No applicable information available.
Acute Inhalation Toxicity: LC50: 510 mg/m3, 2 hours (rat, sulfuric acid)
Acute Eye Irritation: 1.38 mg, severe (rabbit, sulfuric acid)
Dermal Irritation: No applicable information available.

Interactive Effects
No data available

Carcinogen Listings
 IARC: No 
NTP: No
 OSHA: No 


SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity
Aquatic Toxicity: EC50: 0.024 mg/l (Daphnia magna, copper sulfate)
LC50: 42 mg/l, 96 hours (Mosquito fish, sulfuric acid)

Persistence and Degradability
There is no data reported for this material; however, it would not be expected to be biodegradable.

Bioaccumulative Potential
There is no data for this material.

Mobility in Soil
Accidental spillage may lead to penetration in the soil and groundwater. Improper handling and disposal of this material may cause environmental damage.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Disposal of this material is subject to user compliance with applicable laws and regulations and consideration of product characteristics at time of disposal.


SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

In Accordance with DOT, IMDG, and IATA / ICAO
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, N.O.S. (Copper Sulphate, Sulphuric Acid Mixture)
Identification Number: UN1760
Transport Hazard Class: 8
Packing Group: lll
Environmental Hazards: Marine Pollutant (Copper sulphate)

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

Inventory Status
 All components are on TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, AICS, and DSL.

US State Regulations
U.S. Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III:
SARA (311/312) HAZARD CATEGORIES

None

Immediate

Delayed

Fire

Reactive

Pressure Generating

X

 
SARA 313: This product contains the following SARA 313 Toxic Release Chemicals.

Chemical Name

CAS Number

Concentration

Copper sulfate pentahydrate

7758-99-8

19%

 

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

Current SDS preparation date: October 21, 2024
Last SDS Preparation Date: January 15, 2022
Original SDS preparation date: October 1, 2009

Other Information
This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.

Disclaimer: To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named manufacturer/supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of the suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.