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Zinc oxide

CAS 1314-13-2

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Zinc oxide
Product Code
544906

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1314-13-2 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119463881-32-XXXX

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

A

Aldrich

manufacturer

S

Sigma-Aldrich Chemie GmbH

manufacturer

Eschenstrasse 5, D-82024 TAUFKIRCHEN

+49 (0)89 6513-1130

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC Deutschland

0800 181 7059

CHEMTREC weltweit

+49 (0)696 43508409

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 oxide EC: 215-222-5 1314-13-2 90 - 100% No
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).

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult doctor if feeling unwell.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

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

Specific hazards

Not combustible.

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

Avoid inhalation of dusts. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Observe possible material restrictions (see sections 7 and 10). Take up dry. Dispose of properly. 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

Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance. For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry.

Hygiene

Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Material : Nitrile rubber, Break through time : 480 min, Glove thickness : 0,11 mm, Protective index : Full contact, Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L; Material : Nitrile rubber, Break through time : 480 min, Glove thickness : 0,11 mm, Protective index : Splash contact, Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Remarks : This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

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

Respiratory

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. 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.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
white
Colour Intensity
---
Form
powder
Odor
odourless
Odor Threshold
Not applicable
Ph
6,72
Melting Point
1.000 °C (ca. 1.013,25 hPa)
Boiling Point
No data available
Flash Point
Not applicable
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
5,68 (22 °C)
Bulk Density
---
Density
5,68 g/cm3 (22 °C)
Flammability
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
not combustible
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Solubility In Water
0,0029 g/l (20 °C)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
81,39 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

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

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: hydrogen peroxide, magnesium

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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 oxide)
Transport Class
9
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Zinc oxide?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Zinc oxide?

Zinc oxide is a solid with white color. It has odourless odor.

What is Zinc oxide used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Zinc oxide?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

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

What is the melting point of Zinc oxide?

The melting point is 1.000 °C (ca. 1.013,25 hPa) and the boiling point is No data available.