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Iron

CAS 7439-89-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Iron
Product Code
12310
Chemical Name
Iron

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7439-89-6 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Uses advised against

The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption (40 CFR Section 720.36). It is the recipient's responsibility to comply with the requirements of the R&D exemption. The product may not be used for a non-exempt commercial purpose under TSCA unless appropriate consent is granted in writing by MilliporeSigma.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich Inc.

manufacturer

3050 SPRUCE ST, ST. LOUIS MO 63103, UNITED STATES

+1 314 771-5765

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

800-424-9300

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Sol. Cat. 1 H228
Self-heat. Cat. 1 H251

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

Hazard Statements

H228 Flammable solid.
H251 Self-heating; may catch fire.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking.
P235 + P410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight.
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
P407 Maintain air gap between stacks/ pallets.
P420 Store away from other materials.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Iron EC: 231-096-4 7439-89-6 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult doctor if feeling unwell.

Immediate Medical Attention

No data available

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Iron oxides. Combustible. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Instructions

Suppress (knock down) gases/vapors/mists with a water spray jet.

Firefighter Protection

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

Storage

Tightly closed. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Hygiene

Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance.

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter type P1. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented. required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system.

Skin/Body

Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Flash Point
Not applicable
Form
powder
Physical State Data
solid
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Crystallisation Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Colour
light gray
Explosive Limits
---
Freezing Point
---
Odor Threshold
Not applicable
Density
7.87 g/cm³ at 20 °C (68 °F)
Auto Ignition Temperature
The substance or mixture is classified as self heating with the category 1.
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Metal Corrosion
---
Bulk Density
---
Solubility In Water
insoluble
Colour Intensity
---
Boiling Point
2,861 °C 5,182 °F
Voc Content
---
Molecular Weight
---
Softening Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Ph
Not applicable
Odor
odorless
Solubility In Fat
---
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable
Vapor Density
No data available
Relative Density
7.8720 °C
Appearance
powder, light gray
Solubility
---
Melting Point
1,538 °C (2,800 °F)
Physical State
powder
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Cloud Point
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Flammability
The substance or mixture is a flammable solid with the category 1.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

Self-heating; may catch fire. The following applies in general to flammable organic substances and mixtures: in correspondingly fine distribution, when whirled up a dust explosion potential may generally be assumed.

Hazardous reactions

No data available

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

Strong acids

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

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

Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local regulations.

Disposal

Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
3178
Shipping Name
Flammable solid, inorganic, n.o.s. (Iron Powder)
Transport Class
4.1
Packing Group
III
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?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Iron?

Iron is a powder appearing as powder, light gray with light gray color. It has odorless odor.

What is Iron used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Iron?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H228: Flammable solid.
  • H251: Self-heating; may catch fire.

What is the melting point of Iron?

The melting point is 1,538 °C (2,800 °F) and the boiling point is 2,861 °C 5,182 °F.

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