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CAS Number: 7440-66-6
Product Catalog
93-3060
Zinc › Zinc powder (99.9%)| CAS Number: | 7440-66-6 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00011291 |
| Molecular Formula: | Zn |
| Molecular Weight: | 65.38 |
| Chemical Formula: | Zn |
| Color and Form: | -325 mesh |
| Note: |
Safety: Hazardous
Physical Characteristics: melting point 419.58°C, boiling point 907°C, density 7.14
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Zinc powder (99.9%) |
| Product Number: | 93-3060 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 7440-66-6 |
| Formula: | Zn |
| EINECS Number: | 231-175-3 |
| Chemical Family: | metal or element |
| Synonym: | none |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 7440-66-6 | 100 | no data | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Inhalation of zinc dust may produce metal fume fever or zinc shakes consisting of chills, fever, muscular pain, nausea, and vomiting. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Inhalation and ingestion |
| Eye Contact: | Causes slight to mild irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin. |
| Inhalation: | Irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract, causing metallic taste, dry throat and chills |
| Ingestion: | Zinc gives a harsh metallic taste and may cause nausea and vomiting |
| Acute Health Effects: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Inhalation of zinc dust may cause chills and nausea. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | No serious long-term chronic effects reported. Prolonged inhalation may cause laryngitis. Prolonged ingestion may causes constipation. |
| 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: | Class D metal fire agent, dry salt or sand. |
| 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. |
| Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: | If involved in a fire, burning metal may produce moderately irritating fumes of zinc oxide. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | Flammable solid. Burns with intense heat. Dust may form explosive mixtures with air. Evolves flammable hydrogen with water. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | In the case of a spill, sweep up the mixture and place in a closed container. Do not mix with water or other incompatible materials. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool dry place. |
| 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 protective clothing and gloves. |
| Ventilation: | Handle in an efficient fume hood. Keep away from sources of ignition. |
| Respirator: | If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of 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: | -325 mesh |
| Molecular Weight: | 65.38 |
| Melting Point: | 419.58°C |
| Boiling Point: | 907°C |
| Vapor Pressure: | 1mm (487 °C) |
| Specific Gravity: | 7.14 |
| Odor: | none |
| 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: | Do not allow powder to contact water or form a cloud of dust in air. Practice good housekeeping. |
| Incompatibility: | Mineral acids, halogens, oxidizers, sulfur, phosphorus, halogenated hydrocarbons, strong bases and ammonium nitrate |
| Decomposition Products: | Flammable hydrogen with moisture. |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Administration onto the skin (human); Standard Draize test: 300 ug/3D (Intermittent). Inhalation (human); TCLo: 124 mg/m3/50M. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | none reported |
| Mutagenic Effects: | No data available |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | No data available |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Avoid release to the environment. |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. Material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Zinc powder or zinc dust |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 4.3 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | 4.2 |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | II |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 1436 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Zinc dust |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 4.3 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | 4.2 |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | II |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 1436 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound listed (as fume or dust) |
| 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: | 11/27/2000 |
| Revision Date: | 12/27/2011 |
