**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
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| 13986-18-0 |Zinc difluoride tetrahydrate | 99 | unlisted |
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Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases: 36/37/38
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.The toxicological
properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. The oral human LDLo for the fluoride ion (CAS= 16984-48-8)
is 50 mg/kg. Acute fluoride intoxication produces nausea, vomiting,
abdominal pain, diarrhea and tetany, often resulting in death from
cardiovascular collapse.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Chronic inhalation and ingestion may cause chronic fluoride
poisoning (fluorosis) characterized by weight loss, weakness,
anemia, brittle bones, and stiff joints.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation
develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by
medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
Substance is noncombustible.
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:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Avoid breathing dust and fume.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 7783-49-5:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as fluorides, inorganic): 2.5
mg/m3 TWA (as F)
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as fluorides, inorganic): 6.2
mg/m3 STEL (as F)
United States OSHA: 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F) (listed under
Fluorides).2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F) (listed under Fluorides).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as fluorides, inorganic): 2.5 mg/m3 VLE (a
France - VME: (listed as fluorides): 2.5 mg/m3 VME (as F)
Germany: (listed as fluorides): 2.5 mg/m3 VME (as F)
Malaysia: (listed as fluorides): 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F)
Netherlands: (listed as fluorides): 3.5 mg/m3 STEL (as F)
Russia: 1 mg/m3 TWA
Russia: 0.2 mg/m3 STEL
Spain: (listed as fluorides, inorganic): 2.5 mg/m3 VLA-ED (except
uranium hexafluoride, as F)
CAS# 13986-18-0:
United States OSHA: 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F) (listed under
Fluorides).2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F) (listed under Fluorides).
France - VME: (listed as fluorides): 2.5 mg/m3 VME (as F)
Germany: (listed as fluorides): 2.5 mg/m3 VME (as F)
Malaysia: (listed as fluorides): 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F)
Netherlands: (listed as fluorides): 3.5 mg/m3 STEL (as F)
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:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear a chemical apron.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Powder
Color: almost white
Odor: Odorless
pH: acidic in water
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @ 970 deg C
Viscosity: Not applicable.
Boiling Point: 1500 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 872 - 910 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: IN WATER: 1.6% (25C)
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: F2Zn.4H2O
Molecular Weight: 175.39
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen fluoride gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 7783-49-5: ZH3500000
CAS# 13986-18-0 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Zinc fluoride -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Zinc difluoride tetrahydrate -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
USA RQ: CAS# 7783-49-5: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases:
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face
protection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7783-49-5: No information available.
CAS# 13986-18-0: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 7783-49-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7783-49-5 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 13986-18-0 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7783-49-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 13986-18-0 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate.
It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form
is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
Text for R-phrases from Section 2
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