Aluminum SDS (Safety Data Sheet)

SECTION 1 — CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Aluminum

Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261
Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9372

Signal Word
N/A

This chemical is considered nonhazardous according to GHS classifications for the Hazard Communication Standard. Treat all laboratory chemicals with caution.

Although this material is considered to be nonhazardous, unpredictable reactions among chemicals are always possible. Prudent laboratory practices should be observed.

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SECTION 3 — COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component Name

CAS Number

Formula

Formula Weight

Concentration

Aluminum

Synonyms: Aluminum foil, strips, wire, sheet

7429-90-5

Al

26.98

SECTION 4 — FIRST AID MEASURES

Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.
If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing.
If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.

SECTION 5 — FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Aluminum, as dust, is a flammable solid.
Powder Autoignition Temperature: 760 °C
When heated to decomposition, may emit toxic fumes.
In case of fire: Use a class D fire extinguisher or dry sand for extinction (P370+P378). Never use water.

NFPA Code

H-0
F-3
R-1

SECTION 6 — ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Contain spill. Add sand or absorbent material to the zinc dust. Gather mixture and deposit in sealed bag or container. Dispose of bag or container. Wash spill site only after material pickup is complete. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.

SECTION 7 — HANDLING AND STORAGE

Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Inorganic #1. Store with metals and metal hydrides.

SECTION 8 — EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION

Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and face protection (P280). Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Exposure guidelines: (as total dust) PEL 15 mg/m³ (OSHA); (as respirable fraction) TLV 1 mg/m³ (ACGIH)

SECTION 9 — PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Silvery solid. Odorless.
Insoluble in water. Heat is generated when fine powder and dust are mixed with water.

Boiling point: 2467 °C
Melting point: 660 °C
Specific gravity: 2.70

SECTION 10 — STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Contact with acids liberates flammable hydrogen gas. Contact with water generates heat.
Avoid contact with acids, acid chlorides, oxidizers, and halogens.
Shelf life: Indefinite, if stored properly.

SECTION 11 — TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute effects: N.A.
Chronic effects: Pneumoconiosis
Target organs: Lungs

ORL-RAT LD₅₀: N.A.
IHL-RAT LC₅₀: N.A.
SKN-RBT LD₅₀: N.A.

SECTION 12 — ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Data not yet available.

SECTION 13 — DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding.
Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #26a is one option. Do not allow aluminum dust to become wet. See Section 6 for further information.

SECTION 14 — TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Shipping name: Not dangerous good

SECTION 15 — REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA-listed, EINECS-listed (231-072-3)

SECTION 16 — OTHER INFORMATION

This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific, Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The data should not be confused with local, state, federal or insurance mandates, regulations, or requirements and CONSTITUTE NO WARRANTY. Any use of this data and information must be determined by the science instructor to be in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product(s) described are beyond the control of Flinn Scientific, Inc. and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT(S).

Consult your copy of the Flinn Science Catalog/Reference Manual for additional information about laboratory chemicals.

Aluminum Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Aluminum