MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Zinc Oxide USP (Powder)

Chemical Formula:

ZnO

Synonyms:

Amalox, Calamine, felling zinc oxide, zincite, zinc white, AZO 77, emar, outmine, pasco, Chinese white.

INCI Name:

Zinc oxide

CAS #:                           

1314-13-2

County of Origin:          

Canada

 

2. Classification:

UN No. 3077: Other regulated substances, solid   

Guide 171: Substances (Low to Moderate Hazards)   

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Acute irritant.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

White to off-white powder.

Odor:                              

Odorless.

Solubility:

Insoluble.

Specific Gravity:            

5.40 – 5.96 @ 20°C

pH (1% solution):            

7.00 – 7.73 @ 20°C

Melting Point:

1975 °C

Assay:

99.5 – 100.5 %

Loss on Ignition:

<1.0 %

Moisture:

<0.5 %

Constituents:

 

May contain traces of cadmium, iron, and lead.

Zinc oxide.

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point:   NA

Non-flammable solid.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable at room temperature. Always avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, alkali and acids.

Decomposition: When heated to decomposition, the smoke may contain carbon monoxide and residual zinc.

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Acute irritant – small particles will irritate skin and eyes. May cause dry throat, dry itching skin or dry cough. Do not ingest.

TWA (dust) =  10 mg/m3

TWA (fume) = 5 mg/m3

STEL (fume) = 10 mg/m3

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8. CAUTION:

ACUTE RESPIRATORY IRRITANT.

 

9. Preventive Data:

Spillage: Absorb spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal container.

Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO2, foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material.

Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.

Storage: Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away from sources of ignition, heat and light or direct sunlight. Keep air contact to minimum.

 

10. First Aid Measures:

Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists.

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Avoid casual breathing.

Ingestion: Rinse mouth and consult a physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing.

Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water.

 

11. Individual Protection for Industrial Use:

Always use a safety goggles.

Handle in a well ventilated area, and avoid breathing in dust directly by using a mask.

Always avoid skin contact with concentrated product by wearing a lab overall and chemical resistant or surgical gloves.

 

12. Other Regulatory Information:

WHMIS (Canada):

Non-combustible solid.

 

HMIS (USA):

Health Hazard – 1

Fire Hazard – 0

Reactivity – 0

Personal Protection – E

 

Risk Phrases:

R22 – Harmful if swallow.

R36/38 – Irritating to eyes/skin.

 

13. Preparation Information:

Quality Assurance

New Directions Aromatics Inc.

21-B Regan Road,

Brampton, ON

L7A 1C5, Canada                                                                          

 

Date Revised: 8th April 2008

 

 

Disclaimer

 

The information contained in this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet are obtained from current and reliable sources.  As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of New Directions Aromatics Inc., no representation or warranty, expressed or implied is made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury), or the results obtained.

 

New Directions Aromatics Inc. expressly disclaims responsibility as to the ordinary or otherwise use(s).  Furthermore, New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use should consider nothing container herein as a recommendation.  The liability of New Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss.

 

 

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

 

Product: Zinc Oxide USP

 

 

Product No: 16029                                                                                                                              Lot No:  16029-A06

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

White to off-white powder.

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Odor:                              

Oderless.

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Solubility:

Insoluble.

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Specific Gravity:            

5.40 – 5.96 @ 20°C

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pH (1% solution):            

7.00 – 7.73 @ 20°C

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Assay:

99.5 – 100.5 %

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Loss on Ignition:

<1.0 %

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Moisture:

 

Particle Size:                                                             

<0.5 %

 

325M

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