MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Date of Last Revision: 11-21-95
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SECTION 1
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
CHEMICAL NAME(S) AND SYNONYM(S): Aluminum FORMULA: Al
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Metal CHEM. ABSTRACT NO.: 7429-90-5
TSCA: Product is listed. CAL. MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 26-98
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SECTION 2
INGREDIENTS/SUMMARY OF HAZARDS
INGREDIENT(S) CAS # % TLV OSHA PEL
Aluminum 7429-90-5 100 10mg/m3 15mg/m3
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SECTION 3
PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT (oC) : 2450 DENSITY (gm/cc): 2.7
VAPOR PRESSURE: 1mm @ 1284 % VOLATILE BY VOLUME: N/A
REACTION WITH WATER: Moderate EVAPORATION RATE: N/A
MELTING POINT (oC):
SOLUBILITY WITH WATER: Insoluble 660
APPEARANCE/ODOR: Color varies from dull gray to metallic silver, no
odor.
OTHER: Soluble in HC1, H2SO4 and Alkalies.
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SECTION 4
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASHPOINT/METHOD: N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP (oC): N/A
FLAMMABILITY: Flammable only as a fine dust powder.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: (x) Water ( ) Foam ( ) Class D Extinguisher
(x) Dry Chemical ( ) CO(2) ( ) Other
(specify):
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: DO NOT USE WATER! Wear NIOSH/MSHA
approved self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective
clothing.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Dust clouds may be explosive,
molten Aluminum may explode on contact with water. Damp Aluminum dust
may spontaneously heat with liberation of hydrogen to form explosive air
mixtures.
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SECTION 5
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TOXICITY DATA: No specific data on this material.
HMIS HAZARD RATING:
HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 1 PERSONAL PROTECTION: J
ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: (x) Inhalation ( ) Skin (x) Ingestion
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE (acute and chronic)
INHALATION: Has been reported to cause pulmonary fibrosis. May be
mechanically irritating to lungs and upper respiratory tract, causing
coughing and sneezing.
DERMAL/EYE CONTACT: Particles may cause mechanical irritation to the
eyes and local irritation to the skin.
OTHER (specify): Ingestion in massive doses may cause gastrointestinal
irritation and may be toxic.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Respiratory
disorders
CARCINOGENCITY: None NTP: IARC MONOGRAPHS: OSHA REGULATED:
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INGESTION: Induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air. Administer oxygen. Seek
medical attention.
SKIN: Brush material off skin. Wash affected area with soap and water.
EYES: Flush eyes with water for 15 mins. Seek medical attention.
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REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: (x) Stable ( ) Unstable
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO UNSTABILITY:
INCOMPATIBILITY (materials to avoid):
( ) Water ( ) Combustible materials ( ) Strong bases
( ) Reducing Agents ( ) Strong oxidizing materials ( ) Strong acids
( ) Other (specify): See attached sheet.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: May release acrid smoke and
irritating fumes.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: ( ) May occur (x) Will not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Incompatible materials, heat, flame and sparks.
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SECTION 7
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Wearing full
protective clothing, isolate the area and insure proper ventilation.
Vacuum up spill and place in a container for proper disposal. Take care
not to raise dust.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: In accordance with regulations.
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SECTION 8
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: (Specify type) NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator.
Use dust and fume respirator where exposure limits may be reached.
VENTILATION: LOCAL EXHAUST: Recommended to maintain exposure below TLV
MECHANICAL (General): Recommended
SPECIAL: Handle in controlled atmosphere.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Recommended
EYE PROTECTION: (x) Safety Glasses with Side Shields
( ) Chemical Workers Dust-Proof Goggles (under dusting
conditions)
( ) Gas-Tight Goggles or Equivalent
( ) Other (specify):
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Maintain sink, safety shower and eyewash
fountain in the work area. Wear full protective clothing at all times.
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SECTION 9
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING: Store in tightly
closed containers in a cool, dry place. Wash hands and face thoroughly.
Store away from incompatible materials.
TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS:
DOT CLASS: Flammable Solid
UN NUMBER: 1396
IMCO CLASS: 4.3
OTHER: SPC
ND = No Data Found NA = Not Applicable
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other
information gathered by them and should make independent judgement of
suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the
health and safety of employees. This information is furnished without
warranty, and any use of the product not in conformance with this
Material Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product or
process, is the responsibility of the user.
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