Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Version
9.0
Revision date
2024-10-01
Product name
Zinc
CAS No.
7440-66-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H250, H251, H260, H400, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H250
Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. 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
P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P222 Do not allow contact with air. P223 Do not allow contact with water. P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P235 + P410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection. P335 + P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/ wrap in wet bandages. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage. P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P407 Maintain air gap between stacks/ pallets. P420 Store away from other materials. P422 Store contents under inert gas. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
- none
