| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2980 |
| Health: | 1 |
| Flammability | 2 |
| Reactivity | 1 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Zinc Metal Reagent Grade, Powder (Dust) |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | Zn |
| RTECS: | ZG8600000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 7740-66-6 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Zinc Metal | CAS# 7740-66-6 | 100% | W/W | OSHA TWA 5 mg/mƒ |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: CALL A PHYSICIAN. SKIN: Wash exposed area with soap and water.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconcious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Smother with dry powder (i.e.: sand, sodium chloride, magnesium oxide). |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Dust, in moist air can generate sufficient heat to ignite the hydrogen gas released. Metal burns at high tempuratures. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Avoid water. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Avoid water. Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear respiratory protection. Do not disperse dust into air. Use non-sparking tools to pick up and place in closed dry container.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Wash thoroughly after handling. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Use safe laboratory handling procedures.
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 419° C | Specific Gravity | 7.14
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| Boiling Point: | 907° C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | N/A |
| Vapor Pressure: | N/A |
Evaporation Rate: | N/A |
| Vapor Density: |
N/A |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Not soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
460° C |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Gray, blue matallic powder / no odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
N/E |
| Flash Point: |
information not available |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
N/E |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Heat and moisture |
Materials to Avoid:
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Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen gas, Zinc oxide fumes |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Conditions aggravated/Target organs: Persons with preexisting skin or respiratory disorders may be more susceptible. Acute: Irritation possible to skin, eyes, lungs, mucous membranes, and GI tract. If heated fumes may cause "zinc fume fever". Chronic: None known. |
| DOT Classification: Zinc Dust, 4.3, UN1436, PG II |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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