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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Silicon Oxide Metal oxide
Trade Name: Ch em ical Fam ily:
SiO 10097 -28-6
Form ula: CAS #:
Silicon monoxide
Synonyms:
II HAZAR DOUS INGRED IENTS
Hazardous Component % OSHA/PEL ACGIH/TLV Sec. 302 Sec. 304 Sec. 313
Silicon Monoxide 0-100 N/E N/E No No No
HM IS Ratings (0-4): Hea lth: 1 Flam mab ility: 1 Reactivity: 0 HM IS Protective Equ ip: E: glasses, gloves, dust resp.
III PHYSICAL DATA
1880 oC 1702 oC
Boiling Point: Melting Point:
N/E or N /A N/E or N /A
Vapo r Density: Vapor Pressure:
2.65 g/cc Insoluble
Specific Gravity: Solubility in H 2O:
Black pieces or pow der, no odor. N/E or N /A
Appearance and Odor: % V olatiles:
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION H AZARDS DATA
Flash Point: N/E or N /A Method U sed: Non-flam ma ble
Flam mab le Limits: Lower: N/A Upper: N/A
Extingu ishing Media: Use suitable extinguishing media for surrounding materials and type of fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Fumes from fire are hazardous. Isolate runoff to prevent environmental pollution.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard: Silicon mo nox ide m ay em it toxic fu me s if invo lved in a fire. M ay be flam ma ble an d po ssibly
pyro phoric on co ntact with air at ex tremely elevated temp eratures.
V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Effects of Exposure:
To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological properties of silicon monoxide have not been
thoroughly investigated and reported.
Acute E ffects:
Inhalation: May cause irritation to the respiratory system.
Ingestion: No acute health effects recorded.
Skin : May cause abrasive irritation.
Eye: May cause abrasive irritation.
Chro nic Effects:
Inhalation: May cause pneum ocon iosis, pulmonary fibrosis and silicosis.
Other: No other chronic health effects recorded.
Routes of Entry: Inhalation.
Target Organs: May affect the respiratory system.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing resp iratory disord ers.
Carcino genicity: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: Yes
EMERG ENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Rem ove victim to fresh air, kee p w arm and quiet, give o xyg en if breathing is d ifficult an d seek m edica l attention if
sym ptom s persist.
INGESTION: No data. Seek medical attention.
SK IN: Remove contaminated clothing; brush material off skin; wash affected area with mild soap and water; seek medical attention
if sym ptom s persist.
EYE: Flush eyes with plenty of water, lifting upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms
persist.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Co nditio ns to Av oid: None
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Strong ac ids and b ases.
Haz ardous D ecomposition Produc ts: Silicon dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROC EDURES
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: We ar appropriate respira tory and protective equipm ent specified in
section VIII. Isolate spill area and provide ventilation. Vacuum up spill using a high efficiency particulate absolute (HEPA ) air filter
and place in a closed container fo r proper d isposal.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose o f in accord ance w ith local, state and fed eral regulation s.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH approved dust respirator.
Ventilation: Use local exhaust to maintain concentration at low exposure levels. General exhaust is recommended.
Protective Gloves: Rubber gloves
Eye Protection: Safety Glasses
Other Protective Equipment: Protective gear suitable to prevent contamination.
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Store in tightly sealed container. Store in co ol, dry area. W ash thorough ly
after handling.
Other Precautions: Avoid contact with eyes and inhalation o f dust.
Wo rk Practices: Imp lem ent en gineering and wo rk practice controls to re duc e and ma intain c onc entration o f exp osure at low levels.
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Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating or
smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air. Maintain eyewash capable of sustained flushing, safety drench
shower and facilities for washing.
The abo ve inform ation is believ ed to be co rrect, but do es no t purp ort to b e all inclu sive an d sha ll only be used as a gu ide.
ESPI shall not be held liab le for any d am age resulting from h and ling o r from contact with the abov e pro duc t.
Issued by: S. Dierks
Date: December 2002
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