Diethyl Sulfate Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Diethyl Sulfate (C4H10O4S). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Non-flammableNon-Flammable Storage

Chemical formula

About Diethyl Sulfate

Diethyl Sulfate is a clear, colorless, oily liquid with a mint or Ether-like odor. It is used as an intermediate in making dyes, pigments and textile chemicals, and as a textile finishing agent.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
See SDS
Storage category
Non-Flammable Storage
Flammable
No
Flash point
104 C
Storage temperature
See SDS
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
not compatible with STRONG ACIDS (such as HYDROCHLORIC, SULFURIC and NITRIC); STRONG BASES (such as SODIUM HYDROXIDE and POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE

Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Diethyl Sulfate

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Diethyl Sulfate (C4H10O4S). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray. LARGE FIRE: Water spray, fog or regular foam

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Diethyl Sulfate should account for its listed hazards, climate control needs, and segregation requirements. not compatible with STRONG ACIDS (such as HYDROCHLORIC, SULFURIC and NITRIC); STRONG BASES (such as SODIUM HYDROXIDE and POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE

Review Segregated storage for incompatible chemicals and How the NFPA 704 hazard rating works when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Suitable Extinguishing Media CO 2, dry chemical, dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media No information available Flash Point 104 °C / 219.2 °F Method - No information available Autoignition Temperature 360 °C / 680 °F Explosion Limits Upper No data available Lower 4.1% Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No information available Sensitivity to Static Discharge No information available

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Diethyl Sulfate

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChemical Storage Shipping

    BoxSAFE CX

    • Non Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft x 8' 5"
    • 50 Qty 55 Gallon Drums
    • 9 Pallets or Totes
    • 302 Square Feet storage
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rated

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rate

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 20 ft
    • 27 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Diethyl Sulfate be stored?

Store Diethyl Sulfate in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification). Climate range guidance: Follow the temperature range listed on the manufacturer SDS.. Compatibility notes: not compatible with STRONG ACIDS (such as HYDROCHLORIC, SULFURIC and NITRIC); STRONG BASES (such as SODIUM HYDROXIDE and POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Diethyl Sulfate flammable?

Diethyl Sulfate is not flagged as flammable in this database (No). Still verify the SDS and store in compliant containment for its listed hazard class.

What hazard class is Diethyl Sulfate?

Diethyl Sulfate is listed as: Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification. Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

What fire suppression is recommended for Diethyl Sulfate?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Diethyl Sulfate (C4H10O4S). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Diethyl Sulfate storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Diethyl Sulfate. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.