Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Hafnium powder
- Product Code
- 00674
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 7440-58-6 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 231-166-4 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
GHS02
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Chemical characterization: Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hafnium powder EC: 231-166-4 | 7440-58-6 | 100% | No |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
Immediate Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical advice (for inhalation and skin contact). Consult a doctor (for eye contact). Seek medical treatment (for swallowing).
Medical Treatment
No further relevant information available.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Special powder for metal fires.
Water
Spontaneously flammable in air.
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. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from ignition sources.
Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store under dry inert gas.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
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. Material of gloves Nitrile rubber, NBR Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) 480 Glove thickness: 0.11 mm
Full face protection Safety glasses with side shields / NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU)
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.
Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air.
Reacts with strong oxidizing agents. Spontaneously flammable in air.
No further relevant information available.
Air, Oxidizing agents
Hafnium 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.
Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN2545
- Shipping Name
- Hafnium powder, dry
- Transport Class
- 4.2
- Packing Group
- II
Warning: Substances liable to spontaneous combustion
Warning: Substances liable to spontaneous combustion, Powdered metals, D, H1, Keep as dry as reasonably practicable, SG26. In addition: from goods of classes 2.1 and 3 when stowed on deck of a containership a minimum distance of two container spaces athwartship shall be maintained, when stowed on ro-ro ships a distance of 6 m athwartship shall be maintained.
Warning: Substances liable to spontaneous combustion
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
The product is classified and labeled in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS). For use only by technically qualified individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Hafnium powder?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Hafnium powder?
Hafnium powder is a solid appearing as powder . It has odorless odor.
What is Hafnium powder used for?
SU24 Scientific research and development
What are the hazard statements for Hafnium powder?
This substance has 1 hazard statement:
- H251: Self-heating: may catch fire.
What is the melting point of Hafnium powder?
The melting point is 2222 °C (4032 °F) and the boiling point is 5400 °C (9752 °F).