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CAS Number: 24304-00-5
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93-1377
Aluminum › Aluminum nitride, agglomerated powder, high purity| CAS Number: | 24304-00-5 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00003429 |
| Molecular Formula: | AlN |
| Molecular Weight: | 40.99 |
| Chemical Formula: | AlN |
| Color and Form: | avg. 2.5-4.0 micron gray pwdr. (99% <50 microns) |
| Note: |
Stability: moisture sensitive
Physical Characteristics: density 3.26
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Aluminum nitride, agglomeratedpowder, high purity |
| Product Number: | 93-1377 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 24304-00-5 |
| Formula: | AlN |
| EINECS Number: | 246-140-8 |
| Chemical Family: | metal nitride |
| Synonym: | none |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 24304-00-5 | 100 | no data | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. May be harmful if inhaled or ingested. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation, eyes, skin |
| Eye Contact: | Causes moderate irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin. |
| Inhalation: | Irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. May be harmful by inhalation. |
| Ingestion: | No specific information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion. May be harmful by ingestion. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Forms ammonia with moisture: Irritation eyes, nose, throat; dyspnea (breathing difficulty), wheezing, chest pain; pulmonary edema; pink frothy sputum; skin burns, vesiculation; |
| Chronic Health Effects: | The chronic toxicological properties of this compound have not been thoroughly investigated. |
| 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: | dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water, or foam. |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | 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 toxic and corrosive fumes. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store material in a tightly sealed bottle away from moisture. If possible, handle material in an efficient fume hood. Prolonged exposure to the atmosphere will lead to degradation of the product. |
| 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. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove. |
| Ventilation: | Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| 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: | avg. 2.5-4.0 micron gray pwdr. (99% <50 microns) |
| Molecular Weight: | 40.99 |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | 3.26 |
| Odor: | ammonia odor |
| 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 moisture |
| Incompatibility: | Water, oxidizing agents, active metals and mineral acids |
| Decomposition Products: | Ammonia (in presence of moisture) and aluminum oxide. |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | No information available in the RTECS files. |
| 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 federal, state, and local regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | NA |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | NA |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | NA |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | NA |
| 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: | 8/18/2002 |
| Revision Date: | 7/27/2011 |
