NN0244 Nano Aluminum Powder (Al)

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Aluminum Particles

CAS #: 7429-90-5

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:

Stanford Advanced Materials

E-mail: sales@samaterials.com

Tel: (949) 407-8904

Address: 23661 Birtcher Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630 U.S.A.

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

GHS02 Flame

Pyr. Sol. 1 H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air.

Water-react. 2 H261 In contact with water releases flammable gas.

Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC

F; Highly flammable

R15-17: Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. Spontaneously flammable in air.

Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment:

N/A

Hazards not otherwise classified

No data available.

Label elements

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

The substance is classified and labeled according to the CLP regulation.

Hazard pictogramsGHS02

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air.

H261 In contact with water releases flammable gas.

Precautionary statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.

P222 Do not allow contact with air.

P231+P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture.

P370+P378 In case of fire: Use for extinction: Special powder for metal fires.

P422 Store contents under inert gas.

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international

regulations.

WHMIS classification

B6 - Reactive flammable material

Classification system

HMIS ratings (scale 0-4)

(Hazardous Materials Identification System)

Health (acute effects) = 1

Flammability = 3

Physical Hazard = 2

Other hazards

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment:

PBT: N/A.

vPvB: N/A

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances

CAS No. / Substance Name:

7429-90-5 Aluminum

Identification number(s):

EC number: 231-072-3

Index number: 013-001-00-6

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measures

If inhaled:

In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.

Supply fresh air. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.

Seek immediate medical advice.

In case of skin contact:

Immediately wash with soap and water; rinse thoroughly.

Seek immediate medical advice.

In case of eye contact:

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Consult a physician.

If swallowed:

Seek medical treatment.

Information for doctor

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayedNo information available.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

No information available.

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Special powder for metal fires. Do not use water.

For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing media

Water

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Spontaneously flammable in air.

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released:

Metal oxide fume

Advice for firefighters

Protective equipment:

Wear self-contained respirator.

Wear fully protective impervious suit.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Ensure adequate ventilation

Keep away from ignition sources

Environmental precautions:

No special measures required.

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.

Do not allow to penetrate the ground/soil.

Methods and material for containment and cleanup:

Keep away from ignition sources.

Ensure adequate ventilation.

Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents

Prevention of secondary hazards:

Keep away from ignition sources.

Reference to other sections

See Section 7 for information on safe handling

See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.

See Section 13 for disposal information.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling

Precautions for safe handling

Handle under dry protective gas.

Keep container tightly sealed.

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

Ensure adequate ventilation.

Information about protection against explosions and fires:Substance/product is self ignitable.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage

Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:

No special requirements.

Information about storage in one common storage facility:

Do not store together with acids.

Store away from oxidizing agents.

Store away from strong bases.

Store away from halogenated compounds.

Store away from air.

Store away from water/moisture.

Further information about storage conditions:

Store under dry inert gas.

This product is moisture sensitive.

This product is air sensitive.

Keep container tightly sealed.

Store in cool, dry conditions in well-sealed containers.

Protect from humidity and water.

Specific end use(s)

No further relevant information available

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Additional information about design of technical systems:

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average

face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Control parameters

Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:

7429-90-5 Aluminum (100.0%)

PEL (USA) Long-term value: 15*; 15** mg/m³

*Total dust; ** Respirable fraction

REL (USA) Long-term value: 10* 5** mg/m³

*Total dust **Respirable fraction

TLV (USA) Long-term value: 1* mg/m³ as Al; *as respirable fraction

EL (Canada) Long-term value: 1.0 mg/m³ metal and insoluble compdounds, respirable

EV (Canada) Long-term value: 5 mg/m³ aluminium-containing (as aluminium)

Additional information: No data

Exposure controls

Personal protective equipment

Follow typical general protective and industrial hygiene measures for handling chemicals.

Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.

Remove all soiled and contaminated clothing immediately.

Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.

Breathing equipment:

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Protection of hands:

Impervious gloves

Inspect gloves prior to use.

Suitability of gloves should be determined both by material and quality, the latter of which may vary by

manufacturer.

Penetration time of glove material (in minutes): No data available.

Eye protection:Safety glasses

Full face protection

Body protection:

Protective work clothing.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance:

Form: Powder

Color: Silver gray

Odor: Odorless

Odor threshold: No data available.

pH: N/A.

Melting point/range: 660.4 °C (1221 °F)

Boiling point/range: 2519 °C (4566 °F)

Sublimation temperature / start: No data available.

Flash point: N/A

Flammability (solid, gas):

Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.

Ignition temperature: 400 °C (752 °F)

Decomposition temperature: No data available.

Auto igniting: Spontaneously flammable in air.

Danger of explosion: No data available.

Explosion limits:

Lower: No data available.

Upper: No data available.

Vapor pressure: N/A.

Density at 20 °C (68 °F): 2.7 g/cm³ (22.532 lbs/gal)

Relative density: No data available.

Vapor density: N/A.

Evaporation rate: N/A.

Solubility in Water (H

2

O):

Contact with water releases flammable gases

Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): No data available.

Viscosity:

Dynamic: N/A.

Kinematic: N/A.

Other information

No information available.

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.

Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air.

Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:

Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.

Possibility of hazardous reactionsSpontaneously flammable in air.

Contact with water releases flammable gases

Conditions to avoid

No information available.

Incompatible materials:

Acids

Air

Oxidizing agents

Bases

Halocarbons

Water/moisture

Hazardous decomposition products:

Metal oxide fume

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity: N/A

LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification: No data

Skin irritation or corrosion: May cause irritation

Eye irritation or corrosion: May cause irritation

Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.

Germ cell mutagenicity: N/A

Carcinogenicity:

ACGIH A4: Not classifiable as a human carcinogen: Inadequate data on which to classify the agent in

terms of its carcinogenicity in humans and/or animals.

Reproductive toxicity:

The Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS) contains reproductive data for this

substance.

Specific target organ system toxicity - repeated exposure: N/A

Specific target organ system toxicity - single exposure: N/A

Aspiration hazard: N/A

Subacute to chronic toxicity:

The Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS) contains multiple dose toxicity data for

this substance.

Additional toxicological information:

To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully known.

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity

Aquatic toxicity:

No information available.

Persistence and degradability:

No information available.

Bioaccumulative potential:

No information available.

Mobility in soil:

No information available.

Additional ecological information:

General notes:Do not allow material to be released to the environment without official permits.

Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities to reach ground water, water course or sewage

system.

Avoid transfer into the environment.

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment:

PBT: N/A.

vPvB: N/A.

Other adverse effects

No further relevant information available

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods

Recommendation:

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

Uncleaned packagings:

Recommendation:

Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN-Number

DOT, IMDG, IATA

UN1396

UN proper shipping name

DOT

Aluminum powder, uncoated

IMDG, IATA

ALUMINIUM POWDER, UNCOATED

Transport hazard class(es)

DOT

Class

4.3 Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases.

Label

4.3

Class

4.3 (W2) Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases

Label

4.3

IMDG, IATA

Class

4.3 Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases.

Label

4.3

Packing group

DOT, IMDG, IATA

II

Environmental hazards:

N/A.

Special precautions for user

Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gasesEMS Number:

F-G,S-O

Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code

N/A.

Transport/Additional information:

DOT

Marine Pollutant (DOT):

No

UN "Model Regulation":

UN1396, Aluminum powder, uncoated, 4.3, II

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

National regulations

All components of this product are listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Toxic

Substances Control Act Chemical substance Inventory.

All components of this product are listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL).

SARA Section 313 (specific toxic chemical listings)

7429-90-5 Aluminum

California Proposition 65

Prop 65 - Chemicals known to cause cancer

Substance is not listed.

Prop 65 - Developmental toxicity

Substance is not listed.

Prop 65 - Developmental toxicity, female

Substance is not listed.

Prop 65 - Developmental toxicity, male

Substance is not listed.

Information about limitation of use:

For use only by technically qualified individuals.

This product is subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of the Emergency Planning and

Community Right to Know Act of 1986 and 40CFR372.

Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulations

Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) according to the REACH Regulations (EC) No. 1907/2006.

Substance is not listed.

The conditions of restrictions according to Article 67 and Annex XVII of the Regulation (EC) No

1907/2006 (REACH) for the manufacturing, placing on the market and use must be observed.

Substance is not listed.

Annex XIV of the REACH Regulations (requiring Authorisation for use)

Substance is not listed.

REACH - Pre-registered substances

Substance is listed.

Chemical safety assessment:

A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). 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 theproduct with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the

properties of the product.