MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET







I        PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION



Trade Name:       Copper Oxide                                                    Chemical Nature:            Metal Oxide

Formula:          CuO                                                             CAS #:                      1317-38-0





II       HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS



TLV/PEL: 1977 TLV for Cu dusts and mists = 1 mg/m3 (as 3Cu); OSHA PEL for copper dusts and mists = 1 mg/m3





III      PHYSICAL DATA



                                                                                                    1026 oC

Boiling Point 760 mm Hg:            Unknown                                       Melting Point:

Solubility in H2O:                  Practically Insoluble                         Density:          6.32

Appearance and Odor:                Black Crystal





IV       FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA



Flash Point (method used): N/A                                                    Autoignition Temperature: N/A

Flammable Limits: N/A



Extinguishing Media: Agent for metal fires (like G-1 powder, Met-L-X, or TEC)

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None





V        HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION



Effects of Over Exposure: Contact with skin or eyes may cause irritation (mild (transient).



Lung Effects: Metallic taste, irritation of upper respiratory tract. Metal fume fever can result from inhalation of copper oxide dusts.

Skin Contact: Repeated skin contact has been reported to cause keratinization of the hands.

Ingestion: May cause G.I. disturbances.



EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:



EYES: Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

SKIN: Remove any contaminated clothing, Brush material off skin, flush with running water, wash carefully with soap and water.

INHALATION: Remove to fresh air.

INGESTION: Induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention.





VI       REACTIVITY DATA



Stability: Stable

Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Al, B, hydrazine, Mg, K, Na, Ti, Zr, RbHC2, H2 S.



Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

Hazardous Decomposition Products: None

VII     SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES



Steps to Be Taken If Spilled or Released: Sweep or scoop up and remove.



Waste Disposal Method: In accordance with State, Local, and Federal waste disposal regulations. Dispose of with normal refuse.





VIII    SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION



Respiratory Protection (specify type): Respiratory protection required if airborne concentrations exceeds TLV. If dust or fumes are

being generated use an air purifying respirator.



Ventilation: Use local exhaust ventilation to meet TLV requirements.



Protective Gloves: Neoprene                                                   Eye Protection: Safety glasses.

Other Protective Equipment: Normal Lab wear.





IX      SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS



Other Handling and Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry well-ventilated area. Keep tightly sealed when not in use, read MSDS

before using. Wash thoroughly after use.



Not classified as hazardous by DOT, UN, or IMCO.



Issued by:       S. Dierks

Issue Date:      April 1994