Zinc powder

Physical hazards

Flammable solids Category 2 Pyrophoric solids Category 1 Self-heating substances and mixtures Category 1 Substances and mixtures which, in contact Category 1 with water, emit flammable gases

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1

Long term hazards

OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable solid. Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. In contact with water releases flammable gas. In contact with water releases flammable gas. Harmful if swallowed. Causes mild skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Do not allow contact with air. Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. Do not allow contact with water. Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If swallowed Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If in eyes Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Rinse mouth. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. In case of fire: Use appropriate media for extinction. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. Store contents under appropriate liquid or inert gas.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise The Safety Information Sheet Chemicals of hazardous chemical can be obtained through phone,

Classified (HNOC)

email or on the company website.

Additional information

None.