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Iron(III) oxide

CAS 1309-37-1

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Iron(III) oxide
Product Code
310050

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1309-37-1 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich Chemie GmbH

manufacturer

Riedstrasse 2, D-89555 STEINHEIM

+49 89-6513-1444

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+49 7329-97-2323

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Skin Irrit. Cat. 2
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2
STOT SE Cat. 3

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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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
Diiron trioxide EC: 215-168-2 1309-37-1 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Specific hazards

Iron oxides

Firefighter Protection

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel.

Materials: suitable, closed containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Storage

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Fire prevention

Normal measures for preventive fire protection.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.

Eyes

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Respiratory

For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator. For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Skin/Body

Impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Explosive Limits
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Vapor Density
no data available
Lower Explosive Limit
no data available
Properties Status
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Physical State Data
solid
Form
powder
Colour
---
Flammability
no data available
Melting Point
1.538 °C
Auto Ignition Temperature
no data available
Physical State
powder
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Bulk Density
---
Flash Point
not applicable
Voc Content
---
Vapor Pressure
no data available
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Solidification Point
---
Appearance
powder
Solubility In Water
insoluble
Upper Explosive Limit
no data available
Colour Intensity
---
Boiling Point
no data available
Solubility
---
Ph
no data available
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Decomposition Temperature
no data available
Density
---
Partition Coefficient
no data available
Freezing Point
no data available
Solubility In Fat
---
Relative Density
5,120 g/cm3
Odor
no data available
Evaporation Rate
no data available
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Softening Point
---
Molecular Weight
---
Odor Threshold
no data available
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

no data available

Reactivity

no data available

Hazardous reactions

no data available

Avoid

no data available

Incompatible

Chloroformates, Peroxides, Strong acids, Strong acids, Peroxides, Chloroformates

Decomposition

Other decomposition products - no data available

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

Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.

Disposal

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.

14

Transport Information

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

Shipping Name
Not dangerous goods
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Iron(III) oxide?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Iron(III) oxide?

Iron(III) oxide is a powder appearing as powder . It has no data available odor.

What is Iron(III) oxide used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Iron(III) oxide?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Iron(III) oxide?

The melting point is 1.538 °C and the boiling point is no data available.