zinc powder - zinc dust (pyrophoric)

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Safety Data Sheets

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Hazard Statements

CodeStatementHazard Class
H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air Pyrophoric liquids
H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Substances and mixtures which in contact with water, emit flammable gases
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard

Precautionary Statements

CodeStatement
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P222 Do not allow contact with air.
P223 Do not allow contact with water.
P231 Handle and store contents under inert gas/...
P231+P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas/... Protect from moisture.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P302+P335+P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water [or wrap in wet bandages].
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
P391 Collect spillage.
P402+P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Data Sources

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