Niobium, Solids

Physical hazards

Pyrophoric solids Category 1

Health hazards

Not classified.

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Combustible dust

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. May form combustible dust concentrations in air. The Material as sold in solid form is generally not considered hazardous. However, if the process involves grinding, melting, cutting or any other process that causes a release of dust or fumes, hazardous levels of airborne particulate could be generated.

Prevention

Prevent dust accumulation to minimize explosion hazard. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not allow contact with air. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Avoid breathing dust/fume. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.

Response

Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.

Storage

Store contents under appropriate liquid or inert gas.

Disposal

Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

99% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute oral toxicity. 99% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity. 99% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute hazards to the aquatic environment. 99% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown long-term hazards to the aquatic environment. For further information, please contact the Product Stewardship Department at +1.800.862.4118.