Material Safety Data Sheet
HMIS
NFPA Personal Protective Equipment
Health Hazard
2
0 Fire Hazard
0
2 0
Reactivity
0 See Section 15.
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Page Number: 1
Catalog
Calamine CA115
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
8011-96-9 for Calamine or
CAS#
1314-13-2 for Zinc Oxide
Manufacturer ZH4810000
RTECS
SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET TSCA 8(b) inventory: Zinc
TSCA
Oxide; Ferric Oxide
GARDENA, CA 90248
Not available.
Commercial Name(s) Not available.
CI#
Calamine Powder; Zinc white; flowers of zinc; Chinese white
Synonym
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Zinc Oxide + Ferric Oxide
Chemical Name CHEMTREC (24hr) 800-424-9300
Not available. CALL (310) 516-8000
Chemical Family
ZnO + FE2-O3
Chemical Formula
SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.
Supplier
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248
Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
Name CAS # % by Weight
1) Zinc Oxide 1314-13-2 5 10 25 99.5
2) Fe2O3 0.5
Calamine:
Toxicological Data
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 7950 mg/kg [Mouse].
on Ingredients
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of
ingestion.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Potential Chronic Health
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
Effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Skin Contact Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Serious Skin Contact Not available.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Serious Inhalation Not available.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if
symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Non-flammable.
Flammability of the Product
Not applicable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature
Not applicable.
Flash Points
Not applicable.
Flammable Limits
Not available.
Products of Combustion
Not applicable.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
of Various Substances
Not applicable.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
Soluble in dilute acetic acid or mineral acid, ammonia, ammonium carbonate, and fixed alkali hydroxide solution
Special Remarks on
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion May explode when mixed with chlorinated rubber.
Zinc Oxide and Magnesium can react explosively when heated.
Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.
Large Spill Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water
on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not
present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep locked up.. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient
Precautions
ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the
container or the label.
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above 25掳C (77掳F).
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
a Large Spill to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
TWA: 5 STEL: 10 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] Inhalation
Exposure Limits
TWA: 15 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] Inhalation Total.
TWA: 5 STEL: 10 CEIL: 25 (mg/m3) from NIOSH Inhalation
TWA: 5 STEL: 10 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] Inhalation Respirable.
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Solid. (Powdered solid.) Odorless.
Odor
Not available.
Taste
81.38 g/mole for Zinc Oxide
Molecular Weight
Pink
Color
Not applicable.
pH (1% soln/water)
Not available.
Boiling Point
1975掳C (3587掳F)
Melting Point
Not available.
Critical Temperature
5.607 - 5.7 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
Not available.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Volatility
Not available.
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
Not available.
Dispersion Properties
Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
Solubility
Soluble in dilute acetic acid or mineral acid, ammonia, ammonium carbonate, and fixed alkali hydroxide solution
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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Incompatible materials
Conditions of Instability
Not available.
Incompatibility with various
substances
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Corrosivity
Reacts violently with magnesium, linseed oil.
Special Remarks on
Reacts with hydrochloric acid to produce zinc chloride.
Reactivity
Reacts with sulfuric acid to produce zinc sulfate.
Reacts with hydrogen fluoride to produce zinc fluoride tetrahydrate.
Gradually absorbs CO2 on exposure to air.
Sublimes at normal pressure.
Zinc Oxide reacts with Carbon Monoxide or hydrogen to produce elemental zinc.
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
Will not occur.
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 7950 mg/kg [Mouse].
Chronic Effects on Humans MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
Other Toxic Effects on Hazardous in case of inhalation.
Humans Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on May cause adverse reproductive effects based on animal data. No human data found at this time.
Chronic Effects on Humans May affect genetic material (mutagenic).
Special Remarks on other Acute Potential Health Effects:
Toxic Effects on Humans May cause mild skin irritation.
Eyes: May cause mechanical eye irritation and conjunctivitis.
Inhalation: May cause mechanical irritation of the respiratory tract. A few sources claim that finely divided zinc
oxide dust can cause "metal fume fever." Zinc oxide dust is generally considered a nuisance dust; adverse effects
are unlikely when exposures are kept under reasonable control. Inhalation of high concentrations of Zinc Oxide
fume or dust may cause "Metal Fume Fever." Symptoms of metal fume fever may include a flu-like condition
involving headache, chills, fever, sweats, nausea, vomiting, cough, muscle aches and pains, and difficulty
breathing, ;ulmonary edema. May also affect the liver.
Ingestion: May cause digestive tract irritation although Zinc oxide has a low toxicity by oral exposure route.
Chronic Potential Health Effects:
Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated ingestion of zinc oxide may affect blood, metabolism, and the thyroid.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
Products of Biodegradation
arise.
The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Toxicity of the Products
of Biodegradation
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Not available.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
Waste Disposal
control regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Not applicable.
Identification
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Illinois toxic substances disclosure to employee act: Zinc Oxide; Ferric Oxide
Federal and State
Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Zinc Oxide
Regulations
Pennsylvania RTK: Zinc Oxide
Minnesota: Zinc Oxide; Ferric Oxide
Massachusetts RTK: Zinc Oxide; Ferric Oxide
New Jersey: Zinc Oxide; Ferric Oxide
California Director's List of Hazardous Substances: Zinc Oxide
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Zinc Oxide; Ferric Oxide
California
Proposition 65
Warnings
Other Regulations EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances - Zinc Oxide
Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada)
DSCL (EEC) R40- Possible risks of irreversible S2- Keep out of the reach of children.
effects. S36/37- Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 2 National Fire Protection Flammability
0
Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
0
0
2
Health Reactivity
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
E
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
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DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent.
Safety glasses.
Section 16. Other Information
C3160
MSDS Code
Not available.
References
Other Special Not available.
Considerations
Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/11/2006. Verified by Sonia Owen.
Printed 9/11/2006.
CALL (310) 516-8000
Notice to Reader
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper
methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
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