ZINC POWDER OR DUST, NONPYROPHORIC

metal 

ZINC; ZINC DUST; ZINC POWDER; ZINC METAL; BLUE POWDER; GRANULAR ZINC; ZINC MOSSY; ZINC DUST 3; ZINC STRIP; C.I. 77945; C.I. PIGMENT BLACK 16; C.I. PIGMENT METAL 6; UN 1436; Zn

Emergency Overview 

Color:  gray 

Change in color: Not available

Physical Form: powder

Physical Hazards:  Flammable solid. Dust/air mixtures may ignite or explode. May react on contact with water. 

Short Term:  irritation, difficulty breathing, metal fume fever, loss of coordination 

Long Term:  digestive disorders, blood disorders 

Short Term:  mechanical irritation 

Long Term:  irritation 

Short Term:  mechanical irritation, tearing 

Long Term:  no information is available 

Short Term:  fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, dizziness, hyperactivity or drowsiness, kidney damage 

Long Term:  hair loss, nausea, loss of appetite, weight loss, headache, drowsiness, fatigue, hyperactivity, lung damage, blood disorders, kidney damage, liver damage 

This product may be regulated, have exposure limits or other information identified as the following: Zinc compounds, Zinc powder - zinc dust (stabilised).

If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing. Get immediate medical attention. 

Wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention, if needed. Thoroughly clean and dry contaminated clothing and shoes before reuse. 

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Then get immediate medical attention. 

If a large amount is swallowed, get medical attention. 

See Section 9 for Flammability Properties 

Severe fire hazard. Dust/air mixtures may ignite or explode. 

regular dry chemical, dry sand, lime, soda ash Do not use water or foam. 

Reduce vapors with water spray. Do not get water inside container. Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. For fires in cargo or storage area: Cool containers with water from unmanned hose holder or monitor nozzles until well after fire is out. If this is impossible then take the following precautions: Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Let the fire burn. Use extinguishing agents appropriate for surrounding fire. Do not get water directly on material. 

Do not touch spilled material. Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Remove sources of ignition. Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Stay upwind and keep out of low areas. Small dry spills: Collect material into suitable, loosely covered container for disposal. Move containers away from spill to a safe area. Do not get water directly on material. Do not get water inside container. Dike for later disposal. Only personnel trained for the hazards of this material should perform clean up and disposal. Move undamaged containers from spill area. Notify Local Emergency Planning Committee and State Emergency Response Commission for release greater than or equal to RQ (U.S. SARA Section 304). If release occurs in the U.S. and is reportable under CERCLA Section 103, notify the National Response Center at (800)424-8802 (USA) or (202)426-2675 (USA). 

Use methods to minimize dust. 

Store and handle in accordance with all current regulations and standards. Protect from physical damage. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a well-ventilated area. Keep separated from incompatible substances. Keep dry. 

Component Exposure Limits 

Biological limit value 

Ventilation equipment should be explosion-resistant if explosive concentrations of material are present. Provide local exhaust ventilation system. Ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits. 

Eyes/Face Wear splash resistant safety goggles. Provide an emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area. 

Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing. 

Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves. 

The following respirators and maximum use concentrations are drawn from NIOSH and/or OSHA. 50 mg/m3 Any particulate respirator equipped with an N95, R95, or P95 filter (including N95, R95, and P95 filtering facepieces) except quarter-mask respirators. The following filters may also be used: N99, R99, P99, N100, R100 or P100. Any supplied-air respirator. 125 mg/m3 Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode. Any powered, air-purifying respirator with a high-efficiency particulate filter. 250 mg/m3 Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator equipped with an N100, R100, or P100 filter. Any supplied-air respirator with a tight-fitting facepiece that is operated in a continuous-flow mode. Any powered, air-purifying respirator with a tight-fitting facepiece and a high-efficiency particulate filter. Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece. Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece. 500 mg/m3 Any supplied-air respirator operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions - Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained breathing apparatus operated in pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. Escape - Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator equipped with an N100, R100, or P100 filter. Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus. For Unknown Concentrations or Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health - Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained breathing apparatus operated in pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. 

acids, alkali, acetic acid 

Finely divided material may react with water. 

Avoid generating dust. Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Keep dry. 

acids, bases, metals, oxidizing materials, reducing agents, halo carbons, metal salts, halogens, combustible materials, amines, metal oxides, 

ZINC: ACIDS: Evolves hydrogen gas which may be ignited by the heat of the reaction ALKALIES: Evolves hydrogen gas which may be ignited by the heat of the reaction. ALUMINUM (POWDER): Possible ignition. ALUMINUM-MAGNESIUM ALLOY + RUSTED STEEL: May spark on impact. AMMONIUM NITRATE: Violent reaction or formation of explosive mixture. AMMONIUM SULFIDE: May explode in a closed container. ARSENIC: Incandescent reaction when heated. ARSENIC TRIOXIDE: Explosive reaction on heating. BROMOMETHANE: Forms flammable compounds. CADMIUM: Incandescent reaction. CALCIUM CHLORIDE: Evolves hydrogen gas which may be ignited by the heat of the reaction. CARBON DISULFIDE: Incandescent reaction. CARBON TETRACHLORIDE + METHANOL: Extremely vigorous reaction. CHLORATES: Forms shock-sensitive mixtures. CHLORINATED RUBBER: Violent or explosive reaction at elevated temperatures. CHROMIC ANHYDRIDE: Violent reaction and possible ignition. COBALT HALIDE (METHANOLIC SOLUTION) + IRON PENTACARBONYL: Violent reaction. ETHYL ACETOACETATE + TRIBROMONEOPENTYL ALCOHOL: May react explosively. HALOCARBONS: Possible violent reaction with ignition. HALOGENS: Possible ignition. HYDRAZINE NITRATE: Ignites on warming. HYDROXYLAMINE: May ignite or explode when heated. INTERHALOGENS: Violent reaction and possible ignition. LEAD AZIDE: Increased sensitivity to explosive decomposition. MANGANESE DICHLORIDE: Explosive reaction when heated. METAL OXIDES: Possible ignition or incandescent reaction. NITRIC ACID: Incandescent reaction. 2-NITROANISOLE + SODIUM HYDROXIDE: Exothermic reaction. NITROBENZENE: May form pyrophoric residue. NITRYL FLUORIDE: Incandesces when warmed. OXIDIZERS (STRONG): Fire and explosion hazard. PEROXYFORMIC ACID: Violent explosion on contact. POTASSIUM NITRATE: Explosive reaction on heating. POTASSIUM PEROXIDE: Incandescent reaction. RHODIUM HALIDES (METHANOLIC SOLUTION) + IRON PENTACARBONYL: Violent reaction. RUTHENIUM HALIDES (METHANOLIC SOLUTION) + IRON PENTACARBONYL: Violent reaction. SELENIUM: Incandescent reaction. SELENINYL BROMIDE: Ignition. SILVER + ELECTROLYTES (BATTERIES): May spontaneously combust. SODIUM PEROXIDE: Incandescent reaction. SULFUR: Violent reaction. TELLURIUM: Incandescent reaction. ZINC CHLORIDE: May increase flammability.

oxides of zinc 

Thermal decomposition products: zinc oxide.

Will not polymerize. 

Component Analysis - LD50/LC50 

Component Carcinogenicity

None of this product's components are listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, DFG or OSHA

respiratory disorders, skin disorders and allergies, 

Excessive zinc intake has been associated with a copper-deficiency anemia. 

ZINC: Inhalation of dust may cause irritation with difficulty in breathing and sneezing Neurological and psychiatric symptomology including irritability, upper extremity coarse intention tremor, incoordination, and ataxia have also been reported Metal fume fever, an influenza-like illness, may occur due to the inhalation of freshly formed metal oxide particles sized below 1.5 microns and usually between 0.02-0.05 microns Symptoms may be delayed 4-12 hours and begin with a sudden onset of thirst, and a sweet, metallic, or foul taste in the mouth Other symptoms may include upper respiratory tract irritation accompanied by coughing and a dryness of the mucous membranes, lassitude, and a generalized feeling of malaise Fever, chills, muscular pain, mild to severe headache, nausea, occasional vomiting, exaggerated mental activity, profuse sweating, excessive urination, diarrhea, and prostration may also occur Tolerance to fumes develops rapidly, but it is quickly lost All symptoms usually subside within 24-36 hours.

ZINC Severe gastrointestinal disturbances and hypochromic anemia have been reported, but other chemicals may have contributed to the effects.

ZINC: Dust may cause mechanical irritation and mild dermatitis in intertriginous areas Reaction with moisture on skin may result in serious burns.

ZINC: 300 ug applied to human skin intermittently for 3 days caused mild irritation Allergic reactions are rare, but have been reported.

ZINC Dust may cause mechanical irritation or injury to the surface of the eye, with discomfort, reddening, and tearing.

ZINC No data available.

ZINC: Large oral doses may cause gastrointestinal distress with stomach cramps, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, hematemesis, diarrhea, lethargy, immune system effects, fever, dizziness, tightness in the throat, shock, collapse, renal failure, and death Survivors may have residual nephritis and strictures of the esophagus and pyloric end of the stomach.

ZINC: Patients taking zinc in amounts 10 times the RDA for months and years have not shown any adverse reactions Excessive absorption may cause copper-deficiency anemia Ingestion of approximately 85.7 mg/kg/day for 2 days caused lethargy, lightheadedness, staggering, and difficulty in writing clearly 2 people who ingested 40 ppm in drinking water for several months experienced lack of concentration, drowsiness, mental and physical fatigue, pain in the arms and legs, headache, stiffness, muscle pains, loss of appetite, nausea, weight loss, and lassitude 90 ppm in the diet for 5 weeks has resulted in a decrease in the HDL cholesterol level Pancreatic abnormalities have also been observed A diet of 0.25% in rats caused no injury; above 0.25% there was breakdown of the homeostatic mechanism, growth retardation, hypochromic anemia, and defective mineralization of the bones Mice fed 500 ppm for 14 months exhibited hypertrophy of the adrenal cortex and changes indicating hyperactivity of the pancreatic islets and pituitary gland; 30,000 ppm for 13 weeks caused liver and kidney damage and some deaths Cows fed 2% for 2 days developed severe enteritis, with 7 of 40 dying Severe pulmonary emphysema and changes in the myocardium, kidneys, and liver were observed Pigs fed >1000 ppm had reduced food intake and weight gain; at >2000 ppm, death occurred after 2 weeks Bone changes were observed in foals fed 5400 ppm High dietary levels of zinc have been associated with reduced fetal weights, altered concentrations of fetal iron and copper, and alopecia and reduced growth of offspring in animals.

Component Analysis - Aquatic Toxicity 

Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations. Subject to disposal regulations: U.S. EPA 40 CFR 262. Hazardous Waste Number(s): D001. 

Component Waste Numbers 

ADR Tunnel Code Restrictions 

Component Marine Pollutants (IMDG) 

SARA Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370 Subparts B and C) 

Not listed under California Proposition 65 

Germany Water Classification 

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