MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

Product Name: Chrome Chips                

Catalog Number: 30500

DOT Hazard Class: Not Regulated

MSDS Updated: 9/2009

 

Distributed By: Ladd Research Industries

                            83 Holly Court

                            Williston, VT 05495

                            (802) 658-4961

 

CHEMICAL COMPONENT(S)

                                                        CAS Number        Percent       Exposure Limits

Chromium Metal                               7440-47-3              >99           ACGIH 0.5mg/m³

                                                                                                            OSHA PEL 1mg/m³

                                                                                                        

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA


Boiling Point: NA

Melting Point: 1370EC

Vapor Density: NA

Vapor Pressure: NA

Specific Gravity: 7.0-7.3

Solubility: Negligible solubility

Evaporation Rate: NA

 


FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flash Point: NA

Explosive Limits: NA

Hazards: Fires or explosions may be initiated by exposing any concentrated dust suspension in an enclosed industrial area to a spark or flame.  Ignition Point 350EC.

Extinguishing Media: Class D fire: DO NOT USE WATER.  Use dry chemical, dry sand or CO2

to smother fire.

Special Fire Fighting Instructions: Fire may be isolated and allowed to burn itself out.  Do not disturb burning metal while extinguishing the fire.

 

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Primary Routes of Entry: Inhalation, skin, eyes

  Inhalation: Irritation

  Skin: Irritation

  Eye: Irritation

Miscellaneous Toxicological Information: Effects associated with overexposure to metal dusts may include respiratory irritation, conjunctivitis, pneumoconiosis, etc.

 

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID


Inhalation: Remove patient to fresh air.

Skin: Wash skin with plenty water.

Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty water.

Carcinogenicity: Not carcinogenic - ACGIH

 

REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Stable.

Incompatible Materials: Oxidizers.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: None.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

 

SPILL, DISPOSAL AND STORAGE INFORMATION

In case of spill, leak or release: No special steps necessary.

Waste disposal: Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.

 

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND CONTROL MEASURES

Ventilation: Local exhaust recommended where dusting may occur.

Eye Protection: For extended use.

Skin Protection: Protective gloves for extended usage.

Respiratory Protection: In dusty areas, use NIOSH-approved schedule 21-C respirator.

 

SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION

This product contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372:

        chromium

 

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The information presented is believed to be correct and is the most accurate information available to us at this time.  However, Ladd Research makes no warranty, express or implied, and assumes no liability for this information and the product described herein.