| CAS Number: | 1302-81-4 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00014162 |
| Molecular Formula: | Al2S3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 150.16 |
| Chemical Formula: | Al2S3 |
| Color and Form: | gray pieces |
| Note: |
Stability: moisture sensitive
Safety: Hazardous
Physical Characteristics: melting point 1100°C, density 2.02
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Aluminum sulfide (99+%-Al) (1/4 and down pieces) |
| Product Number: | 93-1353 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 1302-81-4 |
| Formula: | Al2S3 |
| EINECS Number: | 215-109-0 |
| Chemical Family: | metal chalcogenides |
| Synonym: | none |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 1302-81-4 | 100 | no data | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Irritating to the respiratory tract, skin and eyes. May be harmful if swallowed. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation, skin and eyes |
| Eye Contact: | Dust causes mild to moderate irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | Causes slight irritation of the skin. |
| Inhalation: | Inhalation of dust will lead to irritation of the respiratory tract. Hydrogen sulfide gas, if formed, is poisonous. |
| Ingestion: | No information on the physiological effects of ingestion. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Hydrogen sulfide, if released, causes nausea, dizziness and pulmonary edema. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | No information available on long-term chronic effects. |
| NTP: | No |
| IARC: | No |
| OSHA: | No |
| SECTION 4: First Aid Measures | |
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| Eye Exposure: | Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention. |
| Skin Exposure: | Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. |
| Inhalation: | Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance. |
| Ingestion: | Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel. |
| SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures | |
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| Flash Point: | not applicable |
| Autoignition Temperature: | no data |
| Explosion Limits: | no data |
| Extinguishing Medium: | carbon dioxide or dry powder |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self- contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. |
| Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: | If involved in a fire this material may emit irritating fumes of hydrogen sulfide and sulfur dioxide. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | Flammable solid. Formation of explosive air/dust mixtures is possible. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Remove sources of ignition. Do not raise dust. Mix with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable dry non combustible adsorbent and sweep up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store in a tightly sealed container. Exposure to the atmosphere may lead to release of toxic hydrogen sulfide gas. Empty containers may retain product residues that evolve toxic gases. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing. |
| Ventilation: | If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of a respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134. |
| Additional Protection: | No additional protection required. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties | |
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| Color and Form: | gray pieces |
| Molecular Weight: | 150.16 |
| Melting Point: | 1100°C |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | not applicable |
| Specific Gravity: | 2.02 |
| Odor: | odor of sulfur |
| Solubility in Water: | reacts with water |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | moisture sensitive |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | contact with air, water, and mineral acids. Reaction with mineral acids can lead to formation of toxic fumes of hydrogen sulfide. |
| Incompatibility: | Oxidizing agents, active metals, water and mineral acids |
| Decomposition Products: | hydrogen sulfide, sulfur dioxide, and metal oxides. |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | No specific information available on this product. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | no data |
| Mutagenic Effects: | no data |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | no data |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | No information available |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Water reactive solid, Flammable N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 4.3 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | 4.1 |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | I |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 3132 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Water reactive solid, Flammable, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 4.3 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | 4.1 |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | I |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 3132 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound not listed. |
| Second Ingredient: | none |
| Third Ingredient: | none |
| SECTION 16: Other Information | |
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| Disclaimer: | The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. |
| Preparation Date: | 10/29/2001 |
| Revision Date: | 8/05/2011 |