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MSDS 
:
 Copper metal wire, sheet, and foil
CAS 
:
 7440-50-8
SYNONYMS 
:
 None.
**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7440-50-8 |Copper | 100 | 231-159-6 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
Risk Phrases: None Listed.

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.

Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Skin:
Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Ingestion:
Not available.
Inhalation:
Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. May cause
liver and kidney damage.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with
plenty of soap and water.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. Get medical
aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
Individuals with Wilson's disease are more susceptible to chronic
copper poisoning.

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid
generating dusty conditions.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling:
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls:
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne
levels.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 7440-50-8:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (fume); 1 mg/m3 TWA (dus
and mist)
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 0.6 mg/m3 STEL (fume); 2 mg/m3 STEL (
and mist)
United States OSHA: 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (fume); 1 mg/m3 TWA (dusts and
mists)
Belgium - TWA: 0.2 mg/m3 VLE (fume); 1 mg/m3 VLE (dust and mist)
France - VME: 0.2 mg/m3 VME (fume); 1 mg/m3 VME (dust, as Cu)
France - VLE: 2 mg/m3 VLE (dust, as Cu)
Germany: 1 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction); 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (respira
fraction, smoke)
Malaysia: 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (fume, as Cu); 1 mg/m3 TWA (dust and mist
Cu)
Netherlands: 0.2 mg/m3 MAC (smoke); 1 mg/m3 MAC (dust)
Russia: 1 mg/m3 TWA (dust)
Russia: 0.5 mg/m3 STEL (dust)
Spain: 0.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED (fume); 1 mg/m3 VLA-ED (dust and mist, as

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Protective garments not normally required.
Clothing:
Protective garments not normally required.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State: Solid
Color: red to brown
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @1628C
Viscosity: Not applicable.
Boiling Point: 2595 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 1083 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 8.92
Molecular Formula: Cu
Molecular Weight: 63.546

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions. Explosive peroxides may form on
concentration. Peroxides can be detonated by friction, impact, or
heating.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation, moisture, exposure to air.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Liquid copper explodes on contact with water. Reacts violently with
ammonium nitrate, bromates, iodates, chlorates, ethylene oxide,
hydrazoic acid, potassium oxide, dimethyl sulfoxide + trichloroacetic
acid, hydrogen peroxide, sodium peroxide, sodium azide, sulfuric
acid, hydrogen sulfide + air, and lead azide. Ignites on contact
with chlorine, fluorine (above 121C), chlorine trifluoride, and
hydrazinium nitrate (above 70C). Incompatible with 1-bromo-2-propyne,
potassium dioxide, and actylenic compounds.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Copper fumes.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#:
CAS# 7440-50-8: GL5325000 GL7440000 GL7590000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Copper -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****



**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

IATA
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
IMO
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing group:
USA RQ: CAS# 7440-50-8: 5000 lb final RQ (no reporting of releases of this hazar

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7440-50-8: 0
Canada
CAS# 7440-50-8 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7440-50-8 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7440-50-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997 Revision #3 Date: 6/02/2004

The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost
profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
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