Material Safety Data Sheet

SECTION 8 – Exposure Control/Personal Protection 

Engineering Controls: Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other 

engineering controls to control airborne levels. 

Exposure Limits: 

Chemical Name: ACGIHNIOSHOSHA

 

Sulphuric acid 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (thoracic fraction) 1 mg/m3 TWA; 15 mg/m3 IDLH 

1 mg/m3 TWA 

OSHA Vacated PELs Sulphuric acid: 1 mg/m3 TWA. 

Personal Protective Equipment 

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described 

by OSHA’s eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133. 

Skin: Wear appropriate protective neoprene or polyethylene gloves to prevent skin 

exposure. 

Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. Apron or 

clothing to protect skin. Rubber boots. Sufficient to protect skin. 

Respiratory Protection: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 

1910.134. Always use a NIOSH-approved respirator when necessary. 

Ventilation: Use only in a chemical fume hood. 

Other Protective Equipment: Make eye bath and emergency shower available.