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General Information
Version
1.5
Revision date
2024-06-02
Product name
Zinc Dust
CAS No.
7440-66-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For laboratory use only
supplier name
Dalynn Biologicals Inc
Manufacturer Name
Dalynn Biologicals Inc
Emergency telephone
1-888-404-4045, 1-613-996-6666
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Company Information
company name
Dalynn Biologicals Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H251, H260, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H251
Self-heating; may catch fire
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Self-heating substances and mixtures (Category 1) Substances and mixtures, which in contact with water, emit flammable gases (Category 1) Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1)
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H251 Self-heating: may catch fire. H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
P223 Do not allow contact with water P231+P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture P235 Keep cool. P273 Avoid release to environment P370+P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Potential health effects
Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled may cause respiratory tract irritation. No adverse effects are expected but dust may cause mechanical irritation. When heated, the fumes are highly toxic and may cause metal fume fever, which is characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills, cough, weakness, chest and muscle pain and increased white blood count. Skin Eyes Ingestion May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. May cause eye irritation. May be harmful if swallowed.
