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MSDS of Zirconium carbonate

Material Safety Data Sheets of Zirconium carbonate

SECTION 1-CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION:
Synonyms: Zirconium BASIC CARBONATE
CAS#:
DOT Hazard Class:
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SECTION 2-COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Zr(Hf)O2 : 40% min. Fe2O3: 0.002% max.
SiO2: 0.01% max TiO2: 0.001% max
Na2O: 0.076% max
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SECTION 3-HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVRVIEW: White or slight-yellowish paste or powder. Loss water of crystallization at 120 degree C. Insoluble in water, alcohol and ether.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
Eyes: May cause eyes irritation
Skin: May cause skin irritation.
Inhalation: May cause irritation to the respiration tract.
Ingestion: Not Identifiable.
CARCINOGENICITY: Not Identifiable.
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SECTION 4-FIRST AND MEASURES
Eyes: Immediately rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Holding eyelids apart.
Skin: Immediately wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes.
Inhalation: Remove to the fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with enough water.
On All of The Above: Consult a physician if symptoms persist.
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SECTION 5-FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: Non Combustible (Dry product)
Flammable Limits: Not combustible (Dry product)
Extinguishing Media: Use sands, Carbon Dioxide.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use fire fighting procedure that is appropriate to treat surrounding fire. All firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and full fire-fighting turn-out gear.
Unusual Fire Explosion Hazard: Oxidizer, may react violently under certain conditions.
Auto Ignition Temperature: Not Applicable.
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SECTION 6-ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Isolate hazard area and deny entry to unnecessary or unprotected personnel. Absorb the excess material with sand, earth or other non combustible absorbent materials. Contain spill, sweep up, collect and place in a disposal container.
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SECTION 7-HANDLING AND STORAGE
Avoid contact with eye and clothing. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. Use normal personal hygiene and housekeeping. Store in cool well-ventilated area away from other incompatible materials and heat sources. Product is hydroscopic and should avoid sunlight.
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SECTION 8-EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirators.
Ventilation Requirements: Ventilate as necessary to eliminate dust from the work area and maintain concentrations below the limit.
Skin And Eye Protection: Use rubber or neoprene gloves, chemical goggles and clothing sufficient to protect skin from dust.
Work, Hygienic Practices: As required to protect skin and eyes from dust, safety showers and/or eye wash should be available. Do not leave food or smoke in work area. Wash thoroughly and remove or clean any contaminated clothing.
Exposure Limits: None Established.
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SECTION 9-PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point: Not Applicable.
Vapor Pressure(MM Hg): Not Applicable.
Vapor Density(AIR=1): Not Applicable.
Specific Gravity(H20=1): 1.02
Percent Volatile by Volume(%): 0%
Melting Point: Not Applicable.
Evaporation Rate(Butyl Acetate=1): Not Applicable.
Solubility in Water: insoluble in water.
Ph: 7-9
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SECTION 10-STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Hazardous Decomposition: At temperature higher than 350 Degree C, it decompose to ZrO2 and CO2.
Keep Away From: Combustible materials, heat, open flame, organic chemicals.
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SECTION 11-TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not toxicological product
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SECTION 12-ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
See section 13.
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SECTION 13-DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Treatment, storage, transportation and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations. Recover nonusable free liquid and dispose of in an approved and permitted biological treatment system. Remove nonusable solid material and/or contaminated soil, for disposal in an approved and permitted landfill. Do not flush to surface water or sanitary sewer system.
SECTION 14-TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
D.O.T. Shipping Name: .
Technical Shipping Name: Zirconium Carbonate
U.N./N.A.Number:
D.O.T.Hazard Class and Group Number:
D.O.T.Placard:
Product Label:
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SECTION 15-REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA Status: Not Listed
TSCA Status: listed
SARA Title Information:
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substance: listed
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: listed
Section 311/312 Hazard Category: Immediate(acute), Acidity Hazard
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