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Zinc

CAS 7440-66-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Zinc
Product Code
324930
Chemical Name
Zinc

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7440-66-6 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 (USA)

800-424-9300

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

CHEMTREC (International)

+1-703-527-3887

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Aquatic Acute Cat. 1 H400
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 1 H410

GHS Pictograms

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P391 Collect spillage.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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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
zinc powder, zinc dust stabilized EC: 231-175-3 7440-66-6 100% Yes

Notes

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air.

Skin contact

In case of 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.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Sand, Special powder against metal fire, Cement

Unsuitable media

Foam, Water

Specific hazards

Zinc/zinc oxides, Combustible. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

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.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Splash contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L.

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.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
does not ignite
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Melting Point
420 °C (788 °F)
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Molecular Weight
---
Properties Status
---
Density
7.133 g/mL at 25 °C (77 °F)
Explosive Limits
---
Relative Density
6.922 °C
Solubility In Fat
---
Odor Threshold
Not applicable
Flash Point
Not applicable
Physical State Data
solid
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Colour
metallic, gray
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Physical State
powder
Softening Point
---
Colour Intensity
---
Flammability
May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Appearance
powder, metallic, gray
Bulk Density
---
Form
powder
Vapor Density
No data available
Voc Content
---
Solidification Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Solubility In Water
0.0001 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F) - OECD Test Guideline 105 - slightly soluble
Odor
odorless
Solubility
---
Freezing Point
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Boiling Point
907 °C 1665 °F
Cloud Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Vapor Pressure
1.33 hPa at 487 °C (909 °F)
Ph
Not applicable
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

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

Reactivity

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

Exothermic reaction with: alkali hydroxides, Fluorine, carbon disulfide, halogen-halogen compounds, acids, alkalines, Chlorine, with, Moisture. Risk of explosion with: ammonium compounds, azides, chlorates, metal catalysts, Nitric acid, hydroxylamine, hydrazine and derivatives, Halogenated hydrocarbon, Hydrogen, nitrates, Peroxides, cadmium, chromium(VI) oxide, peroxi compounds, Nitro compounds, performic acid, Oxidizing agents, sulfur, iodine, with, Water. Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: Arsenic oxides, Sodium hydroxide, Tellurium, selenium

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

No data available

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.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
3077
Shipping Name
Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (zinc powder, zinc dust stabilized)
Transport Class
9
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 Zinc?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Zinc?

Zinc is a powder appearing as powder, metallic, gray with metallic, gray color. It has odorless odor.

What is Zinc used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Zinc?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Zinc?

The melting point is 420 °C (788 °F) and the boiling point is 907 °C 1665 °F.