SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 13/NOV/2005
Date Updated: 12/MAR/2004
Version 1.1
According to 91/155/EEC
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name COPPER, FOIL, 1.0MM THICK, 99.999%
Product Number 266744
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty. Ltd.
12 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 2154
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555 (1800 800 097)
Fax +61 2 9841 0500 (1800 800 096)
Emergency Phone # +44 8701906777 (1800 448 465)
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
COPPER 7440-50-8 231-159-6 None
Formula Cu
Molecular Weight 63.54 AMU
Synonyms Allbri natural copper * ANAC 110 * Arwood copper
* Bronze powder * CDA 101 * CDA 102 * CDA 110 *
CDA 122 * C.I. 77400 * C.I. Pigment Metal 2 *
Copper (ACGIH:OSHA) * Copper-airborne * Copper
bronze * Copper-milled * Copper slag-airborne *
Copper slag-milled * 1721 Gold * Gold bronze *
Kafar copper * M 1 * M 3 * M 4 * M1 (Copper) *
M2 (Copper) * M3 (Copper) * M4 (Copper) * M3R *
M3S * OFHC Cu * Raney copper
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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)
Exercise appropriate precautions to minimize direct contact with
skin or eyes and prevent inhalation of dust.
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: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated
exposure.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store under nitrogen.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Store under inert gas. Air sensitive.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPOSURE LIMITS - DENMARK
Source Type Value
OEL TWA 0.1 mg/m3
EXPOSURE LIMITS - GERMANY
Source Type Value
TRGS 900 OEL 0.1 mg/m3, A
Remarks: 4
EXPOSURE LIMITS - NORWAY
Source Type Value
OEL 0.1 mg/m3
EXPOSURE LIMITS - SWEDEN
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Source Type Value
LLV (Level1 mg/m3
EXPOSURE LIMITS - UNITED KINGDOM
Source Type Value
OEL TWA 0.2 mg/m3
Remarks: fumes
OEL STEL 2 mg/m3
Remarks: dusts and mists as Cu
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Wear dust mask.
Hand Protection: Protective gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range N/A
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 N/A
SG/Density 8.96 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient N/A
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 N/A
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions of Instability: May discolor on exposure to air and
moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Halogens, Acid chlorides, Strong oxidizing
agents, Strong acids Violent reaction may occur with acetylene,
ammonium nitrate, bromates, chlorates, iodates, chlorine, chlorine
trifluoride, ethylene oxide, fluorine, hydrogen peroxide,
hydrazine mononitrite, hydrogen sulfide, hydrazoic acid, lead
azide, potassium peroxide, sodium azide, and sodium peroxide.
Reaction of copper wool, trichloroacetic acid in dimethyl
sulfoxide is very exothermic
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
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Hazardous Decomposition Products: Copper oxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: GL5325000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
3500 UG/KG
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Chronic copper poisoning is typified by hepatic cirrhosis, brain
damage and demyelination, kidney defects, and copper deposition
in the cornea as exemplified by humans with Wilson's disease. It
has also been reported that copper poisoning has lead to
hemolytic anemia and accelerates arteriosclerosis.
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 may be irritating to mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Rat
Route of Application: Intrapleural
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Fibrosis, focal
(pneumoconiosis). Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Tumors.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - TERATOGEN
Species: Rat
Dose: 152 MG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: (22W PRE)
Result: Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetotoxicity (except death,
e.g., stunted fetus). Specific Developmental Abnormalities:
Central nervous system.
Species: Rat
Dose: 1520 UG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: (22W PRE)
Result: Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Musculoskeletal
system.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - REPRODUCTIVE HAZARD
Species: Rat
Dose: 1210 UG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: (35W PRE)
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Result: Effects on Fertility: Post-implantation mortality (e.g.,
dead and/or resorbed implants per total number of implants).
Effects on Fertility: Pre-implantation mortality (e.g.,
reduction in number of implants per female; total number of
implants per corpora lutea).
Species: Rat
Dose: 250 UG/KG
Route of Application: Intrauterine
Exposure Time: (1D PRE)
Result: Effects on Fertility: Female fertility index (e.g., #
females pregnant per # sperm positive females; # females
pregnant per # females mated ). Maternal Effects: Uterus,
cervix, vagina.
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible
solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber. 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
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: No hazard to waters.
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 2005 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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