| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2997 |
| Health: | 1 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
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 Oxide Technical Grade, Powder |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | ZnO |
| RTECS: | ZH4810000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 1314-13-2 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Zinc Oxide | CAS# 1314-13-2 | 100% | W/W | OSHA PEL 10 mg/mƒ (total dust) |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Wash exposed area with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
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: | Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Thermal decomposition produces highly toxic fumes. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Sweep up and place in suitable (fiberboard) containers for reclamation or later disposal.
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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:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | >1800° C | Specific Gravity | 5.606
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| Boiling Point: | Decomposes |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 0 |
| Vapor Pressure: | Information not available |
Evaporation Rate: | N/A |
| Vapor Density: |
Information not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Insoluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
White powder |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
N/A |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: None known |
Materials to Avoid:
Oxidizing materials |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Zinc Oxide |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Effects of overexposure acute and chronic: Acute: Harmful if inhaled, or absorbed through skin. Causes irritaiton to eyes, skin, upper respiratory tract and mucous membranes. Chronic: Reversible liver enzyme abnormalities. Diahrrea, peptic ulceration and gastrointestional hemorrhage. Conditions aggravated/target organs: Persons with pre-existing eye, skin or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible |
| DOT Classification: Not Regulated |
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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