Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Cryolite, naturally occurring mineral, grains
- Product Form
- grains
- Product Code
- 42547
- Chemical Name
- Cryolite
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 15096-52-3 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 239-148-8 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.
manufacturer
30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099
800-343-0660
http://www.alfa.com
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
(800) 343-0660
Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST
Carechem 24
(866) 928-0789
After normal business hours
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS07
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
CAS# Description:
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium hexafluoroaluminate EC: 239-148-8 | 15096-52-3 | --- | No |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
Seek medical treatment.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Product is not flammable. Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.
If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Hydrogen fluoride (HF), Sodium oxide, Aluminum oxide
Firefighter Protection
Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace. Prevent formation of dust.
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Keep container tightly sealed.
The product is not flammable
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.
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.
Safety glasses
Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with type P100 (USA) or P3 (EN 143) cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards.
Protective work clothing.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
No information known.
Reacts with strong oxidizing agents
No further relevant information available.
Bases, Oxidizing agents
Hydrogen fluoride, Sodium oxide, Aluminum oxide
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN3077
- Shipping Name
- Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s. (Cryolite)
- Transport Class
- 9
- Packing Group
- III
Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles
Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles
Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
Information about limitation of use: For use only by technically qualified individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Cryolite, naturally occurring mineral, grains?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Cryolite, naturally occurring mineral, grains?
Cryolite, naturally occurring mineral, grains is a crystalline granules appearing as crystalline granules . It has not determined odor.
What is Cryolite, naturally occurring mineral, grains used for?
SU24 Scientific research and development
What are the hazard statements for Cryolite, naturally occurring mineral, grains?
This substance has 2 hazard statements:
- H332: Harmful if inhaled.
- H372: Causes damage to the lung and the musculoskeletal through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral and Inhalative.
What is the melting point of Cryolite, naturally occurring mineral, grains?
The melting point is 1000 °C (1832 °F) and the boiling point is Not determined.