Material Safety Data Sheet
Material Name: Zinc Carbonate Solid ID: MRD-002
* * * Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification * * *
Chemical Name: Zinc Carbonate Solid
Synonyms: Hydrozincite, Basic zinc carbonate
Manufacturer Information
MINERAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Phone: 704-455-5181
5910 Pharr Mill Road
PO Box 1330 Emergency # CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300 / (703) 527-3887
Harrisburg, NC 28075
General Comments
NOTE: Emergency telephone numbers are to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill,
leak, fire, exposure, or accident involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be directed to
customer service.
* * * Section 2 - Composition / Information on Ingredients * * *
CAS # Component Percent
12122-17-7 Basic zinc carbonate, Zn5(CO3)2(OH)6 100
Component Related Regulatory Information
This product may be regulated, have exposure limits or other information identified as the following: Zinc
compounds, Zinc (7440-66-6), Nuisance particulates.
Component Information/Information on Non-Hazardous Components
This product is considered hazardous (Irritant) under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication). This product
is considered hazardous under the criteria specified in the Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information
System (WHMIS).
* * * Section 3 - Hazards Identification * * *
Emergency Overview
Product is a non-flammable, white, odorless solid. Contact with this material may cause irritation to the skin, eyes
and mucous membranes. Irritating and toxic fumes and gases may be released upon thermal processing or
during combustion. Use methods suitable to fight surrounding fire.
Potential Health Effects: Eyes
This product may cause irritation to the eyes. Dust or powder may irritate eye tissue. Rubbing may cause
abrasion of cornea.
Potential Health Effects: Skin
Dust or powder may irritate the skin. Prolonged and/or repeated skin contact may result in mild irritation or
redness.
Potential Health Effects: Ingestion
Ingestion of this product may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation
Dusts of this product may cause irritation of the nose, throat, and respiratory tract. Fumes released during thermal
processing may irritate respiratory system, skin and eyes.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
None identified.
HMIS Ratings: Health: 1 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard
* * * Section 4 - First Aid Measures * * *
First Aid: Eyes
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists get medical attention.
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First Aid: Skin
For skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water. If irritation persists get medical attention.
First Aid: Ingestion
Give 1-2 glasses of water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If ingestion of a
large amount does occur, seek medical attention.
First Aid: Inhalation
If symptoms are experienced, remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. Call a physician if
symptoms develop or persist.
First Aid: Notes to Physician
Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically.
* * * Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures * * *
Flash Point: Not combustible Method Used: Not available
Upper Flammable Limit (UFL): Not available Lower Flammable Limit (LFL): Not available
Auto Ignition: Not applicable Flammability Classification: Not available
Rate of Burning: Not available
General Fire Hazards
Not expected to be a fire hazard unless fine dusts are generated.
Hazardous Combustion Products
Decomposition may yield oxides of zinc. Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, water fog.
Fire Fighting Equipment/Instructions
Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self contained breathing apparatus.
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe
* * * Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures * * *
Containment Procedures
Contain the discharged material. Block any potential routes to water systems. If sweeping of a contaminated area
is necessary, use a dust suppressant agent.
Clean-Up Procedures
Sweep up or gather material and place in appropriate container for disposal. Avoid the generation of dusts during
clean-up. Collect dust or particulates using a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter. Flush area with water to remove
trace residue. Wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-up.
Evacuation Procedures
Isolate area. Keep unnecessary personnel away.
Special Procedures
Wear a dust mask if dust is generated above exposure limits. Regulations vary. Consult local authorities before
disposal.
* * * Section 7 - Handling and Storage * * *
Handling Procedures
Avoid getting this material into contact with your skin and eyes. Do not breathe fumes or dust from this material.
Wash hands after handling and before eating.
Storage Procedures
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep the container tightly closed.
* * * Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection * * *
Exposure Guidelines
A: General Product Information
Follow all applicable exposure limits.
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B: Component Exposure Limits
Basic zinc carbonate (12122-17-7)
ACGIH: 10 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction); 3 mg/m3 TWA (respirable fraction) (These values are for
particulate matter containing no asbestos and <1% crystalline silica) (related to Particulates not
otherwise classified (PNOC))
OSHA total dust: 15 mg/m3 TWA; respirable fraction: 5 mg/m3 TWA (related to Particulates not
Vacated: otherwise regulated)
OSHA Final: 15 mg/m3 TWA (total dust); 5 mg/m3 TWA (respirable fraction) (related to Particulates not
otherwise regulated)
NIOSH: see Appendix D (related to Particulates not otherwise regulated)
Engineering Controls
Provide adequate local exhaust ventilation to maintain worker exposure below exposure limits.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Personal Protective Equipment: Eyes/Face
Wear dust goggles.
Personal Protective Equipment: Skin
Use impervious gloves.
Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory
If airborne concentrations are above the applicable exposure limits, use NIOSH approved respiratory protection.
Personal Protective Equipment: General
Eye wash fountain and emergency showers are recommended.
* * * Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Properties * * *
Appearance: Odor:
White solid Odorless
Physical State: pH:
Solid Approx. 9 - 10
Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density:
Not Determined Not Determined
Boiling Point: Melting Point:
Not Determined Decomposes @ 572潞F (300潞C)
Solubility (H2O): Specific Gravity:
Insoluble 4.398
Evaporation Rate: Percent Volatile:
Not Determined Not Determined
Physical Properties: Additional Information
No additional information available.
* * * Section 10 - Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information * * *
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions.
Chemical Stability: Conditions to Avoid
Avoid extreme heat and contact with incompatible materials.
Incompatibility
This product may react with strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition
Upon decomposition, this product emits carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and zinc oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.
* * * Section 11 - Toxicological Information * * *
Acute and Chronic Toxicity
A: General Product Information
Inhalation of zinc oxide fumes may cause metal fume fever, a flu-like illness generally lasting 24 hours or less.
B: Component Analysis - LD50/LC50
No LD50/LC50's are available for this product's components.
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Carcinogenicity
A: General Product Information
No carcinogenicity data available for this product.
B: Component Carcinogenicity
None of this product's components are listed by ACGIH, IARC, OSHA, NIOSH, or NTP.
Chronic Toxicity
No information available for the product.
Epidemiology
No epidemiological data is available for this product.
Neurotoxicity
No data available for this product.
Mutagenicity
No data available for this product.
Teratogenicity
No data available for this product.
Other Toxicological Information
No additional information available.
* * * Section 12 - Ecological Information * * *
Ecotoxicity
A: General Product Information
No additional information available.
B: Component Analysis - Ecotoxicity - Aquatic Toxicity
Basic zinc carbonate (12122-17-7)
Test & Species Conditions
LC50 (96 hr) fathead minnow 6400 - 10,900 ug/L 100 mg CaCO3/L
LC50 (96 hr) rainbow trout 4800 - 7200 ug/L juveniles, 333 - 504 mg CaCO3/L
LC50 (96 hr) bluegill 5400 ug/L 20 mg CaCO3/L (related to Zinc)
IC50 (96 hr) freshwater algae 30 ug/L (related to Zinc)
(Selenastrum capricornutum)
LC50 (72 hr) water flea 5 - 14 ug/L 30 潞C (related to Zinc)
Environmental Fate
No additional information available.
* * * Section 13 - Disposal Considerations * * *
US EPA Waste Number & Descriptions
A: General Product Information
Wastes must be tested using methods described in 40 CFR Part 261 to determine if it meets applicable definitions
of hazardous wastes.
B: Component Waste Numbers
No EPA Waste Numbers are applicable for this product's components.
Disposal Instructions
Dispose of waste material according to Local, State, Federal, and Provincial Environmental Regulations.
* * * Section 14 - Transportation Information * * *
US DOT Information
Shipping Name: Not regulated for transportation
Hazard Class: None
UN/NA #: None
Packing Group: None
Required Label(s): None
Additional Info.: The type of Zinc carbonate in this product is not specifically regulated under DOT 49 CFR.
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Canada Transportation of Dangerous Goods Information
Shipping Name: Not regulated for transportation
Hazard Class: None
UN/NA #: None
Packing Group: None
Required Label(s): None
Additional Info.: The type of Zinc carbonate in this product is not specifically regulated under the Canadian TDG.
International Transportation Regulations
No additional information available.
* * * Section 15 - Regulatory Information * * *
US Federal Regulations
A: General Product Information
Note: The statutory RQ listed below is for zinc compounds. A final RQ for Basic zinc carbonate has not yet been
assigned. Zinc has a final RQ = 1000 pounds (454 kg).
B: Component Analysis
This material contains one or more of the following chemicals required to be identified under SARA Section 302
(40 CFR 355 Appendix A), SARA Section 313 (40 CFR 372.65) and/or CERCLA (40 CFR 302.4).
Basic zinc carbonate (12122-17-7)
SARA 313: form R reporting required for 1.0% de minimis concentration; Chemical Category N982 (related
to Zinc compounds)
SARA
Acute Health: Yes Chronic: No Health: No Fire: No Pressure: No Reactive: No
311/312:
CERCLA: statutory RQ = 1 pound (0.454 kg) (related to Zinc compounds)
State Regulations
A: General Product Information
Other state regulations may apply. Check individual state requirements.
B: Component Analysis - State
The following components appear on one or more of the following state hazardous substances lists:
Component CAS # CA FL MA MN NJ PA
Basic zinc carbonate (鹿related to Zinc 12122-17-7 Yes鹿 Yes虏 Yes虏 No Yes虏 Yes虏
compounds) (虏related to Zinc)
Canadian WHMIS Information
A: General Product Information
All components are on the Canadian Domestic Substances or Non-Domestic Substances Inventory Lists.
B: Component Analysis - WHMIS IDL
No components are listed in the WHMIS IDL.
WHMIS Classification: D2B - Irritation
Additional Regulatory Information
A: General Product Information
All components are on the U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory List.
B: Component Analysis - Inventory Component Analysis - Inventory
Component CAS # TSCA DSL NDSL EINECS AUST MITI PHIL KOREA ELINCS CHINA CAN
Basic zinc 12122-17-7 Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes DSL
carbonate
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* * * Section 16 - Other Information * * *
Other Information
Disclaimer: Supplier gives no warranty of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose. Any product
purchased is sold on the assumption the purchaser will make his own tests to determine the quality and suitability
of the product. Supplier expressly disclaims any and all liability for incidental and/or consequential property
damage arising out of the use of this product. No information provided shall be deemed to be a recommendation
to use any product in conflict with any existing patent rights. Read the Material Safety Data Sheet before handling
product.
Key/Legend
NA = Not available or Not Applicable. CERCLA = Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation &
Liability Act; SARA = Superfund Amendments & Reauthorization Act; RCRA = Resource Conversation &
Recovery Act. TLV = Threshold Limit Value. NFPA = National Fire Protection Association. HMIS = Hazardous
Material Information System. CFR = Code of Federal Regulations. HEPA = High Efficiency Particulate Air EPA =
Environmental Protection Agency; TSCA = Toxic Substance Control Act; ACGIH = American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists; IARC = International Agency for Research on Cancer; NIOSH = National
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; NTP = National Toxicology Program; OSHA = Occupational Safety
and Health Administration., NJTSR = New Jersey Trade Secret Registry.
This is the end of MSDS # MRD-002
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