SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 03/NOV/2004
Date Updated: 14/MAR/2004
Version 1.9
According to 91/155/EEC
Classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of EU Annex 1 and
NOHSC.
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name ALUMINUM OXIDE, 99.998%
Product Number 202606
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty, Ltd
Unit 2, 14 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 1765
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555
Fax +61 2 9841 0500
Emergency Phone # +61 2 9841 0566
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
ALUMINA ACTIVATED 1344-28-1 215-691-6 None
Formula Al2O3
Molecular Weight 101.96 AMU
Synonyms A 1 (Sorbent) * Abramant * Abramax * Abrarex *
Abrasit * Activated aluminum oxide * A1-3945 E
1/16'' * A1-4126 E 1/16'' * Alcoa F 1 * Almite *
Alon C * Aloxite * Alumina * alpha-Alumina *
alpha-Alumina (ACGIH:OSHA) * Aluminite 37 *
Aluminum oxide (Brockmann) * Aluminum oxide
(ACGIH) * alpha-Aluminum oxide * beta-Aluminum
oxide * gamma-Aluminum oxide * Aluminum
sesquioxide * Alumite (oxide) * Alundum (OSHA) *
Alundum 600 * A1-0109 P * A1-3916 P * A1-3970 P
* A1-1401 P(MS) * A1-0104 T 3/16'' * A1-1404 T
3/16'' * A1-3438 T 1/8'' * A1-3980 T 5/32'' *
A1-4028 T 3/16'' * Brockmann, aluminum oxide *
Cab-O-grip * Catapal S * Catapal SB alumina *
Compalox * Conopal * Diadur * Dialuminum
trioxide * Dispal alumina * Dispal M * Dotment
324 * Dotment 358 * Dural * Exolon XW 60 * F 360
(Alumina) * Faserton * Fasertonerde * G 0
(Oxide) * G 2 (Oxide) * GK (Oxide) * Hypalox II
* Jubenon R * KA 101 * Ketjen B * KHP 2 * LA 6 *
Lucalox * Ludox CL * Martoxin * Microgrit WCA *
Poraminar * PS 1 (Alumina) * Q-Loid A 30 * RC
172DBM * ALUMINA, SAPPHIRE
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Irritating to respiratory system.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
CONDITIONS OF FLAMMABILITY
Material may have an exothermic reaction above 200掳C with
halocarbon vapors and may produce toxic hydrochloric acid and
phosgene.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and
heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated
exposure.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Very hygroscopic.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Country Source Type Value
Poland NDS 2 MG/M3
Poland NDSCh 16 MG/M3
Poland NDSP -
EXPOSURE LIMITS - DENMARK
Source Type Value
OEL TWA 10 mg/m3
EXPOSURE LIMITS - GERMANY
Source Type Value
TRGS 900 OEL 6 mg/m3, A
EXPOSURE LIMITS - NORWAY
Source Type Value
OEL 10 mg/m3
Remarks: 1)
EXPOSURE LIMITS - SWEDEN
Source Type Value
LLV (Level5 mg/m3
EXPOSURE LIMITS - SWITZERLAND
Source Type Value
OEL OEL 6 mg/m3
Remarks: A
EXPOSURE LIMITS - UNITED KINGDOM
Source Type Value
OEL TWA 4 mg/m3
Remarks: respirable dust
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator.
Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH 9.4 - 10.1 20 掳C
BP/BP Range 2,980 掳C
MP/MP Range 2,038 掳C
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure 1 mmHg 2,158 掳C
SG/Density 4 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient N/A
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Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility Solubility in Water:Insoluble.
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Protect from moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, Strong bases, Chlorine
trifluoride, Ethylene oxide, Halocarbons, Oxygen difluoride,
Sodium nitrate, Vinyl acetate.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Aluminum oxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: BD1200000
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Prolonged exposure can cause: Damage to the lungs. Exposure can
cause: Coughing, chest pains, difficulty in breathing.
Gastrointestinal disturbances.
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper
respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN INFORMATION
Lungs. Bones.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Result: This product is or contains a component that is not
classifiable as to its carcinogenicity based on its IARC, ACGIH,
NTP, or EPA classification.
Rat
Route of Application: Intrapleural
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Tumors.
Rat
Route of Application: Implant
Result: Tumorigenic:Neoplastic by RTECS criteria.
Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
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Rat
Route of Application: Implant
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Bury in a landfill site approved for the disposal of chemical and
hazardous wastes. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal
service to dispose of this material. Observe all federal, state,
and local environmental regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
Non-hazardous for road transport.
IMDG
Non-hazardous for sea transport.
IATA
Non-hazardous for air transport.
15 - Regulatory Information
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
INDICATION OF DANGER: Xi
Irritant.
R-PHRASES: 37
Irritating to respiratory system.
S-PHRASES: 22 36
Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: No hazard to waters.
SWITZERLAND
SWISS POISON CLASS: FREI
16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2004 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
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DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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