General Information
Revision date
2014-05-15
Product name
Aluminum Oxide, Al3O2 •H2O
Product Synonyms
Activated alumina F-1, F-20, F-200, HF-200, S-100, F-1 (E), CG-20, OF-2000, Active
CAS No.
1333-84-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Absorbent; dehydration agent; catalyst support
supplier name
Micromeritics Instrument Corp
Manufacturer Name
Aluminum Company of America
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Company Information
company name
Micromeritics Instrument Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H305, H316
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H305
May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Not Applicable
Signal word
Not Applicable
Hazard statements
H305: May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways H316: Causes mild skin irritation
Precautionary statements
P261 - Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray P280 - Wear eye protection/ face protection P285 - In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water 1
Principle Routes of Exposure
Not Applicable Target Organs: Not Applicable Acute Effects Inhalation: Exposure to dust particles generated from this material may cause irritation of the respiratory tract. Exposure to high concentrations may cause coughing and difficulty breathing. Eye: Large amounts of dust may cause mechanical irritation. Skin: May cause skin irritation. May cause dermatitis. Ingestion: No toxicity (according to AIHA Hygienic Guide, Alumina) Carcinogenicity: Not Applicable
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Not Applicable
Potential chronic health
Prolonged or repeated exposure to dust may cause pulmonary problems The desiccant properties of Alcoa Activated Alumina may cause irritation to the eyes and upper respiratory tract. Alumina is a low health risk by inhalation. Alumina should be treated as a nuisance dust, as specified by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienics (ACGIH).
