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Safety Data Sheet EN

Bismuth

CAS 7440-69-9
EC 231-177-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Bismuth
Product Form
Solid
Chemical Name
Bismuth
Synonyms
Bismuth metal / Bismuth needles / Bismuth powder

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7440-69-9 Check regulations →
EC Number
231-177-4 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119560575-33-0007

Identified Uses

Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations* at industrial sites, Manufacture of basic metals, including alloys, Base metals and alloys, Metal articles

Manufacturers & Suppliers

5

5N Plus Lübeck GmbH

manufacturer

Kaninchenborn 24-28, 23560 Lübeck - Germany

+49 451-530040

Emergency Contacts

ChemTel

+1-800-255-3924

ChemTel

+1-300-954-583

ChemTel

+0-800-591-6042

ChemTel

+400-120-0751

ChemTel

+000-800-100-4086

ChemTel

800-099-0731

ChemTel

+1-813-248-0585

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

Hazard Statements

No known significant effects or critical hazards.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Mono-constituent substance

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
bismuth EC: 231-177-4 7440-69-9 95% No

Notes

There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier, are classified and contribute to the classification of the substance and hence require reporting in this section.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Symptoms: No specific data.

Skin contact

Wash contaminated skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Symptoms: No specific data.

Eye contact

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

Symptoms: No specific data.

Ingestion

Wash out mouth with water. If material has been swallowed and the exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Symptoms: No specific data.

Immediate Medical Attention

Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Non-flammable substance. Use dry chemical, CO₂, water spray (fog) or foam.

Unsuitable media

None known.

Specific hazards

No specific fire or explosion hazard.

Instructions

Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.

Firefighter Protection

Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Clothing for fire-fighters (including helmets, protective boots and gloves) conforming to European standard EN 469 will provide a basic level of protection for chemical incidents.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.

Small spill

Move containers from spill area. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Large spill

Move containers from spill area. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Environmental

Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.

Cleanup methods

Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated, labeled waste container.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).

Storage

Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container. Store in a dry place. Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10). Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers.

Hygiene

Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control worker exposure to airborne contaminants.

Hands

Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.

Eyes

Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists, gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following protection should be worn, unless the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection: safety glasses with side-shields.

Respiratory

Based on the hazard and potential for exposure, select a respirator that meets the appropriate standard or certification. Respirators must be used according to a respiratory protection program to ensure proper fitting, training, and other important aspects of use.

Skin/Body

Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.

Environmental

Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Evaporation Rate
---
Partition Coefficient
Not available.
Decomposition Temperature
Not available.
Flash Point
Not applicable.
Lower Explosive Limit
Not applicable.
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Freezing Point
271.4°C
Bulk Density
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Vapor Pressure
Not available.
Voc Content
---
Appearance
Lustrous solid.
Physical State
Solid.
Solubility In Fat
---
Form
---
Flammability
Not available.
Properties Status
---
Relative Density
9.8
Boiling Point
1564°C (2847.2°F)
Colour
Grayish-white.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Physical State Data
solid
Cloud Point
---
Odor
Odorless.
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Molecular Weight
208.98 g/mole
Upper Explosive Limit
Not applicable.
Solidification Point
---
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Density
9.79 g/cm³ [20°C (68°F)]
Solubility
Media Result cold water Not soluble hot water Not soluble
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Ph
Not available.
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not applicable.
Softening Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Melting Point
271.4°C
Explosive Limits
---
Colour Intensity
---
Solubility In Water
0.001873 g/l [OECD 105]
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is stable.

Reactivity

No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.

Hazardous reactions

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur.

Avoid

No specific data.

Incompatible

No specific data.

Decomposition

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

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

The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be disposed of untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction.

Disposal

Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

14

Transport Information

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

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 other names is Bismuth known by?

Bismuth is also known as: Bismuth metal / Bismuth needles / Bismuth powder

What is the hazard signal word for Bismuth?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Bismuth?

Bismuth is a solid. appearing as lustrous solid. with grayish-white. color. It has odorless. odor.

What is the solubility of Bismuth?

Media Result cold water Not soluble hot water Not soluble

What is Bismuth used for?

Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations* at industrial sites, Manufacture of basic metals, including alloys, Base metals and alloys, Metal articles

What are the hazard statements for Bismuth?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • No known significant effects or critical hazards.

What is the melting point of Bismuth?

The melting point is 271.4°C and the boiling point is 1564°C (2847.2°F).