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Zinc oxide

CAS 1314-13-2
EC 215-222-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Zinc oxide
Product Code
A16188

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1314-13-2 Check regulations →
EC Number
215-222-5 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Zinc oxide EC: 215-222-5 1314-13-2 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Product is not flammable. Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.

Specific hazards

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

Instructions

Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Cleanup methods

Pick up mechanically.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

Fire prevention

No information known.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Cloud Point
---
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Solubility In Fat
---
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Crystallisation Point
---
Softening Point
---
Boiling Point
Not determined
Density
5.606 g/cm³ (46.782 lbs/gal)
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Flammability
Not determined.
Odor
Odorless
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Explosive Limits
---
Voc Content
---
Appearance
Powder
Freezing Point
---
Flash Point
Not applicable
Properties Status
---
Solidification Point
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Solubility
---
Ph
Not applicable.
Melting Point
1975 °C (3587 °F)
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Form
Powder
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Physical State
Powder
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Colour
White
Solubility In Water
Insoluble
Molecular Weight
---
Bulk Density
---
Colour Intensity
---
Physical State Data
solid
Metal Corrosion
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

Reacts with various metals

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Alkali metals, Alkaline earth metals

Decomposition

No decomposition products known., Metal oxide fume

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

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

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN3077
Shipping Name
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Zinc oxide)
Transport Class
9
Packing Group
III
ADR

Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

IMDG

Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

IATA

Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Zinc oxide?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Zinc oxide?

Zinc oxide is a powder appearing as powder with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Zinc oxide used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What is the melting point of Zinc oxide?

The melting point is 1975 °C (3587 °F) and the boiling point is Not determined.