Hummel Croton Inc.
10 Harmich Road
MSDS
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Tel:908-754-1800 / Fax 908-754-1815
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Section I. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Supplier:
Hummel Croton Inc.
10 Harmich Road
HMIS Rating
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908)-754-1800 Health 0
Flammability 4
Aluminum
Chemical Name:
Reactivity 1
Synonym: Aluminum Powder Flitters
CAS Number: 7429-90-5 Personal Protection E
Chemical Formula: Al
Section II. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Material CAS# % OSHA ACGIH
Aluminum 7429-90-5 85-99% 15 mg(Al)/m? 15 mg(Al)/m?br>
Aluminum Oxide 1344-28-1 0.5-10% 10 mg/m? 10 mg/m?br>
Carbon 1333-86-4 85-99% 3.5 mg/m? 3.5 mg/m?br>
Stearic Acid 57-11-4 85-99% Not Established Not Established
Section III Hazards Identification:
Irritating to the skin and eyes on contact. Inhalation will cause irritation to the lungs and mucus membrane.
Accute Health Effects:
Irritation to the eyes will cause watering and redness. Reddening, scaling, and itching are characteristics of skin inflammation.
Follow safe industrial hygiene practices and always wear protective equipment when handling this compound.
Chronic Health Effects: This product has no known chronic effects. Repeated or prolong exposure to this compound is not known to
aggravate medical conditions.
Accute Health Effects: This product is not listed by NTP, IARC or regulated as a Carcinogen by OSHA.
Section IV. First Aid Measures
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
First Aid For Eye:
In case of contact, flush skin with water. Wash clothing before reuse. Call a physician if irritation occurs.
First Aid For Skin:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
First Aid For Inhalation:
Call a physician.
If swallowed, call a physician immediately.
First Aid For Ingestion:
Section V. Fire and Explosion Data
Non-Flamable
Flammability:
Not Applicable
Flash Points:
Auto-Ignition: 1400癋 (759癈)
Flammable Limits: LEL%: 0.04 oz/ft?UEL%: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Dry Chemical Powder. Dry Sand. DO NOT USE WATER.
Fire Fighting Procedure: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes
Fire/Explosion Hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Do not expose to air and fire. This material, like most materials in
powder form, is capable of creating a dust explosion. DO NOT DISTURB METAL WHILE EXTINGUISHING THE FIRE.
Section VI. Accidental Release Measures
Utilize recommended protective clothing and equipment. Clean spills in a manner that does not disperse
Spill Or Leak Procedures:
dust into the air. Spill area can be washed with water. Collect wash water for approved disposal. Keep from entering water or
ground water
Section VII. Handling and Storage
Store at ambient temperature
Storage Temperatures:
Unlimited in tightly closed container.
Shelf Life:
Special Sensitivity: None
Handling/Storage Precautions: Avoid breathing dust. Avoid getting in eyes or on skin. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store in a dry
place away from direct sunlight, heat and incompatible materials (see Section X). Reseal containers immediately after use. Store
away from food and beverages.
Section VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Safety glasses or goggles.
Eye Protection:
PVC gloves with impervious boots, apron or coveralls. Employees should wash their hands and face before eating,
Skin Protection:
drinking or using tobacco products.
Respirator: Work ambient concentrations should be monitored and if the recommended exposure limit is exceeded, a NIOSH/MSHA
approved dust respirator must be worn.
Ventilation: Use local ventilation if dusting is a problem, to maintain air levels below the recommended exposure limit.
Additional Protective Measures: Emergency showers and eye wash stations should be available. Educate and train employees in the
safe use and handling of hazardous chemicals.
Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
Powder or Flitter
Physical Form:
Silver
Color:
Odor: Odorless
Molecular Weight: 26.98
Boiling Point: 2630癈 (4766癋)
Melting/Freezing Point: 660癈 (1220癋)
Solubility In Water: Insoluble
Specific Gravity: 2.6
Section X. Stability And Reactivity
Stable
Stability:
Will Not occur
Hazardous Polymerization:
Acids, acid chlorides, alkalies, oxidizing agents, halogens, air sensitive, moisture sensitive
Incompatibilities:
Instable Conditions: Excessive temperatures (see Incompatibilities).
Decomposition Temperature: Not Established
Decomposition products: Toxic fumes of aluminum oxide Could react with water, acids, and alkalies to form combustible hydrogen
gas.
Section XI. Toxicological Infomation
BD0330000
RTECS Number:
Eye contact. Ingestion. Inhalation. Skin contact.
Routes of Exposure:
Toxicity Data: LD50: Not Determined
Chronic Toxic Effects: Not known to cause any long term harmful health effects
Acute Toxic Effects: Mild irritant to skin, eyes and respiratory system
Section XII. Ecological Information
This product may cause adverse environmental effects. Employ management practices which prevent material from
Ecotoxicity:
contacting stormwater, entering waterway, or otherwise impacting plant and animal species.
Section XIII. Disposal Considerations
Waste disposal should be in accordance with existing federal, state and local environmental regulations.
Waste Disposal Method:
Section XIV. Transportation Information
Aluminum
Proper Shipping Name:
1309
UN Number:
4.1
Class:
II
P.G.:
4.1
Label Code:
Section XV. Regulatory Information
This product is hazardous under the criteria of the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR
OSHA Status:
1910.1200.
This compound is on the EPA Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) inventory List
TSCA Chemical Inventory:
To the best of our knowledge, this product contains no levels of listed substances, which the state of
California Proposition 65:
California has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive effects.
SARA 313 Title III:
Section 302 ExtremelyHazardous Substances: None
Section 311/312 Hazardous Categories: None
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: This product may be subject to reporting requirement. (Contains 100% Al)
Section XVI. Other Information
Mark Dugan
Prepared By:
January 05, 2009
Date:
Reason For Issue: Updated Format
No warranty, expressed or implied, or merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or otherwise is made, except that the products herein discussed comply with the
chemical description on the labels. Buyer assumes risks of the use, storage and handling. Hummel shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising
directly or indirectly in connection with the purchase, use, storage or handling of this product. The information contained herein is, to the best of our knowledge, true and
accurate. However, all recommendations or suggestions are made without guarantee, since the conditions of use are beyond our control. We disclaim any liability incurred in
connection with the use of these data or suggestions. This information is not to be taken as a license to operate under, or a recommendation to infringe any patent(s). The
observance of all regulations and patents is the responsibility of the user. No agent, representative or employee of this company is authorized to vary any terms of this
notice.
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