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Material Safety Data Sheet
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CR90X
EPM00197 Revised 30-JUN-2007
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Product Use
CMP
Tradenames and Synonyms
Company Identification
MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
DuPont Air Products NanoMaterials L.L.C.
2441 W.Erie Dr.
Tempe
AZ
United States
85282
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information : (800)441-7515(outside U.S. 302-774-1000)
Transport Emergency : (800)424-9300(outside U.S. 703-527-3887)
Medical Emergency : (800)441-3637(outside U.S. 302-774-1000)
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Components
Material CAS Number %
Alumina Powder 1344-28-1 ~100
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Emergency Overview
CAUTION
May cause eye and respiratory irritation.
Very fine white powder with no odor.
Potential Health Effects
INHALATION
Inhalation of dust may cause temporary lung irritation with
cough, discomfort, difficulty breathing, or shortness of
breath. Higher exposures may lead to chronic lung disorders
with symptoms of lung insufficiency.
EYE CONTACT
May cause irritation.
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SKIN CONTACT
May cause skin irritation with discomfort or rash. There
reports of human sensitization.
INGESTION
May cause irritation.
TARGET ORGANS
Eyes and Respiratory tract
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
Overexposure may aggravate existing respiratory conditions
or dermatitis.
Carcinogenicity Information
None of the components present in this material at concentrations
equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH
as a carcinogen.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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First Aid
INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Call a physician.
SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and water.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
INGESTION
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Immediately give 2 glasses
of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Call a physician.
Notes to Physicians
Treat symptomatically as required by the condition of the
patient.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flammable Properties
Flash Point : None
Autoignition : Not Available
Flammable limits in Air, % by Volume
LEL : Not Available
UEL : Not Available
Extinguishing Media
Water Spray, Foam, Dry Chemical, Carbon Dioxide.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Evacuate personnel to a safe area. Wear full protective
equipment. Shut off source of fuel, if possible and without risk.
Cool tank/container with water spray.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS.
No special precautions are necessary.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Safeguards (Personnel)
NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)
sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.
Spill Clean Up
Shovel or sweep up. Comply with Federal, State, and local
regulations for reporting releases. Dispose of in an approved
container. Avoid causing dust.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling (Personnel)
Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Use with sufficient
ventilation to keep employee exposure below recommended limits.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash clothing after use.
Handling (Physical Aspects)
Keep container tightly closed.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Store in original
container.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Controls
Use only with adequate ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment
EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Wear safety glasses.
RESPIRATORS: Where there is potential for airborne exposures in
excess of applicable limits, wear NIOSH approved respiratory
protection.
SKIN PROTECTION: Wear protective gloves to minimize skin
contamination. Wash hands and contaminated skin thoroughly after
handling.
# Exposure Guidelines
Applicable Exposure Limits
Alumina Powder
PEL (OSHA) : 15 mg/m3, total dust, 8 Hr. TWA
5 mg/m3, respirable dust, 8 Hr. TWA
TLV (ACGIH) : Notice of Intended Changes (2007)
Withdraw Adopted Documentation and TLV;
See NIC Entry for Aluminum Metal and
Insoluble Compounds
AEL * (DuPont) : None Established
* AEL is DuPont鈥檚 Acceptable Exposure Limit. Where governmentally
imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL
are in effect, such limits shall take precedence.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data
Vapor Pressure : Not Available
Vapor Density : Not Available
Evaporation Rate : Not Available
Solubility in Water : Insoluble
Melting Point : >3632 F (>2000 C)
pH : Not Applicable
Odor : None.
Color : White.
Specific Gravity : Not Available
Form : Powder.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Chemical Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.
Incompatibility with Other Materials
Humidity
Decomposition
None.
Polymerization
Will not normally occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Animal Data
Data for CR90
INHALATION
No information available.
EYE CONTACT
No information available.
SKIN CONTACT
No information available.
INGESTION
No information available.
GENOTOXICITY
No information available.
TARGET ORGANS
Eyes and Respiratory Tract
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Ecotoxicological Information
No information is available.
Fate: Inert mineral product that is insoluble in water
and settles.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Waste Disposal
Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in
accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and Local
regulations.
Incineration at a facility with proper Federal and State
issued permits is the recommended method for disposal.
Container Disposal
Observe all label warnings. Refer to applicable Local,
State/Provincial, and Federal Regulations, as well as industry
Standards.
Empty containers may contain residue. Do not distribute,
make available, or reuse empty containers except for storage
and shipment of original product. Remove all hazardous
product residue, and puncture or otherwise destroy empty
containers before disposal. Consult 40 CFR, Parts 261 and
268 for guidance on disposal.
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TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
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Shipping Information
DOT/IMO/IATA
Not Regulated.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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U.S. Federal Regulations
This product complies with TSCA inventory reporting requirements.
We recommend you contact local authorities to determine if
there may be other local reporting requirements.
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OTHER INFORMATION
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NFPA, NPCA-HMIS
NFPA Rating
Health :1
Flammability :0
Reactivity :0
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Additional Information
Because the long term human health effects from exposure to
CR90 have not been fully evaluated, exposure should be kept
to the lowest level possible.
This material is for industrial use and should only be used
under the superivsion of a technically qualified individual.
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The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the
specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in
combination with any other material or in any process.
Responsibility for MSDS : DuPont AirProducts Nanomaterials L.L.C
MSDS Coordinator
Telephone : (757) 686-8663 OR (919) 248-5027
# Indicates updated section.
This information is based upon technical information believed to be
reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and
experience is gained.
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