ELECTRONIC SPACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Silver Silver M etal Pro duc ts
Trade Name: Synonym:
Pure Element Ag
Chem ical Nature: Form ula:
II HAZAR DOUS INGRED IENTS
Haz ardous C omp onents % OSHA/PEL A CG IH /T LV -T W A Sec. 302 Sec. 304 Sec. 313
0.01 mg /m 3 0.1 m g/m 3
Silver 0-100 No No Yes
HM IS Ratings (Powder): Hea lth: 1 Flamm ability: 2 Reactivity: 1
III PHYSICAL DATA
2210 oC 960.8 oC
Boiling Point: Melting Point:
10.491 g/cc N/A
Specific Gravity: % V olatiles by Weight:
N/A N/A
Vapo r Density: Vapor Pressure:
Silver white, no odor. Insoluble
Appearance and Odor: Solubility in H 2O:
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION H AZARDS DATA
Flash Point: N/A Extingu ishing Media: N/A
Flam mab le Limits: Upper: N/A Lower: N/A
Extingu ishing Media: Dry chemical or carbon dioxide should be used on surrounding fire. Do not use water on fire where molten
me tal is prese nt.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear proper protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece
operated in positive pressure mode.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Silver dust is considered a moderate fire hazard when exposed to a flame or by chem ical
reaction with C 2H 2; NH 3; bromoz ide, CIF 3; ethylenim ene; H 2SO 4; tartaric acid.
V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, ing estion, skin, eye s.
Acute Health Hazard : Acute toxic effect is argyreia, or blue discoloration of the skin, due to localized implantation of silver metal
beneath the skin.
Chronic Health Hazard : Chronic exposure to the dusts of silver may result in permanent gray-blue skin pigmentation, which may
manifest itself locally or over larger areas of the skin, in the nasal septum, or in the conjunctiva of the eye.
Carcino genicity: Silver is not a known carcinogen.
EMERG ENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Seek immediate medical attention.
INGESTION: If conscious, induce vomiting. Seek imm ediate competent medical attention.
SK IN: Brush m aterial off affected a rea and flush with runnin g wa ter for 15 m inutes. W ash carefu lly with soap and w ater. Cleanse
wounds thoroughly to remove any particles. If a skin rash occurs, seek medical attention.
EYES: Flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, then seek medical attention.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Co nditio ns to Av oid: Avoid expo sure to exce ssive h eat.
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Avoid exposure to acids, acid fumes, acetylene, amm onia, and hydrogen peroxide.
Haz ardous D ecomposition Produc ts: N/A
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROC EDURES
Steps to Be Taken If Spilled or Released: Use sweeping compound to sweep up or use a HEPA filter equipped vacuum to collect
spills. Transfer material to properly labeled inert container.
Waste Disposal Method: Return accum ulated residu es, wipes etc. for refining . Send to an approved refiner for reclam ation of silver.
Should w aste disposal b e necessary, follow federal, state and local regulations.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): A NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator with dust-mist-fume filters represent the minimum
level of protection. In addition, to ensure proper respirator selection, a written respirator program meeting the requirements of 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z 88.2 will be required.
Ventilation: Sufficient ventilation to remove material from the breathing zone.
Protective Gloves: Suitab le gloves m ust be wo rn w hen handling produc t.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses as a minimum.
Other Protective Equipment: Wear disposable protective clothing to facilitate recovery after a spill or when handling material in a
manner that could produce dust. Eyewash capable of sustaining flushing. Safety shower. Facilities for washing.
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage: Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container tightly closed. Protect silver
from tarnishing (sulphur containing atmosphere) Inhalation of dust should be avoided.
Wo rk Practices: Take necessary precautions to minimize dust. Dusty situations should be controlled in accordance with accepted
ventilation.
Issued by: S. Dierks
Date: December 2002
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