Sulfur Dioxide
SO₂·64.066 g/mol·Inorganic·CID 1119
PollutantIndustrial
A bent molecule with resonance bonding. Major air pollutant from fossil fuel combustion that causes acid rain. Also used as a preservative in winemaking and dried fruit processing.
Also known as: sulphur dioxide, 7446-09-5, Sulfurous anhydride, Sulfurous oxide, Fermenicide liquid (+14 more)
Molecular Structure
GHS Hazard Classification
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Hazards
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damageH331Toxic if inhaledH370Causes damage to organsH280Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heatedH319Causes serious eye irritationH372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposureH318Causes serious eye damage
Source: PubChem GHS Classification. Always consult the SDS for handling.