General CharacteristicsLiquid sulphur is a viscous liquid of yellowish brown colour. It is produced by burning of hydrogen sulphide at the Claus Units.
Specification
| Sulphur content |
% wt. |
min. |
99,9 |
| Ash content |
% wt. |
max. |
0,05 |
| Bitumen content |
% wt. |
max. |
0,02 |
| Acidity |
% wt. |
max. |
0,02 |
Application
Liquid sulphur is used in sulphuric acid production and for other technical purposes.
Packaging, Storage, Transportation
Liquid sulphur is supplied in rail tankers that must be equipped with heat-insulation protection equipment made of difficult-to-ignite material and ROVs. Liquid sulphur transportation, handling and storage must comply with respective legal regulations.
Transport Sign
RID/ADR: 4.1/15
UN: 2448
Kemler: 44
Xi
R 36/37/38
S 26-36/37/39