Silicon (powder, amorphous)
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Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H228 |
Flammable solid | Flammable solids |
H320 |
Causes eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P210 |
Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. |
P240 |
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. |
P241 |
Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../] equipment. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing 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. |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P370+P378 |
In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. |
Physical Properties
Black to gray, lustrous, needle-like crystals.
| Boiling Point | 4271°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 0 mmHg (approx) |
| Specific Gravity | 2.33 at 77°F |
Target Organs
eye, skin, and mucous membrane irritation; respiratory effects
Synonyms
elemental silicon
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 5461123
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