Iron (Metal) Powder MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

CAS No 7439-89-6 SDS/MSDS

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

1.1 Product identifiers
Product name : Iron (Metal) Powder
CAS-No. : 7439-89-6
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Industrial & for professional use only.
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company : Central Drug House (P) Ltd
7/28 Vardaan House
New Delhi-10002
INDIA
Telephone : +91 11 49404040
Email : [email protected]

1.4 Emergency telephone number

Emergency Phone # : +91 11 49404040 (9:00am - 6:00 pm) [Office hours]

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
Flammable solids (Category 1)
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Highly flammable.
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]
Pictogram

Signal word Danger

Hazard statement(s)
H228 Flammable solid.
Precautionary statement(s)
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
Supplemental Hazard none
Statements
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 According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.
Hazard symbol(s)

R-phrase(s)
R11 Highly flammable.

S-phrase(s)
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
2.3 Other hazards - none

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Substances
Formula : Fe
Molecular Weight : 55,85 g/mol

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with
water. Consult a physician.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Overdose of iron compounds may have a corrosive effect on the gastrointestinal mucosa and be followed by
necrosis, perforation, and stricture formation. Several hours may elapse before symptoms that can include
epigastric pain, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and hematemesis occur. After apparent recovery a person may
experience metabolic acidosis, convulsions, and coma hours or days later. Further
complications may develop leading to acute liver necrosis that can result in death due to hepatic coma.,
Long term inhalation exposure to iron (oxide fume or dust) can cause siderosis. Siderosis is considered to
be a benign pneumoconiosis and does not normally cause significant physiologic impairment. Siderosis can
be observed on x-rays with the lungs having a mottled appearance.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
no data available

5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Iron oxides
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information
Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove all
sources of ignition. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Sweep up and shovel. Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or
by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Keep
in suitable, closed containers for disposal. Contain spillage, pick up with an electrically protected vacuum
cleaner or by wet-brushing and transfer to a container for disposal according to local regulations (see
section 13).
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Keep away from sources of ignition -
No smoking.Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Store under inert gas. Moisture sensitive.
7.3 Specific end uses
no data available

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at
the end of workday.

Personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested
and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.

Body Protection
Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected
according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

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 Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle
respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering
controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use
respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as
NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: powder
b) Odour no data available
c) Odour Threshold no data available
d) pH no data available
e) Melting point/freezing Melting point/range: 1.535 °C
point
f) Initial boiling point and 2.750 °C
boiling range
g) Flash point no data available
h) Evaporation rate no data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas) The substance or mixture is a flammable solid with the category 1.
j) Upper/lower no data available
flammability or
explosive limits
k) Vapour pressure no data available
l) Vapour density no data available
m) Relative density 7,86 g/mL at 25 °C
n) Water solubility insoluble
o) Partition coefficient: n- no data available
octanol/water
p) Autoignition no data available
temperature
q) Decomposition no data available
temperature
r) Viscosity no data available
s) Explosive properties no data available
t) Oxidizing properties no data available
9.2 Other safety information
Bulk density 3,0 - 4,0 kg/m3

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity
no data available
10.2 Chemical stability
no data available
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available

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10.4 Conditions to avoid
Heat, flames and sparks. Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Acids, Oxygen, Strong oxidizing agents, Halogens, Phosphorus
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - no data available

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral - rat - 30.000 mg/kg
Remarks: Nutritional and Gross Metabolic:Weight loss or decreased weight gain.
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Potential health effects
Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed.
Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Eyes May cause eye irritation.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
Overdose of iron compounds may have a corrosive effect on the gastrointestinal mucosa and be followed by
necrosis, perforation, and stricture formation. Several hours may elapse before symptoms that can include
epigastric pain, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and hematemesis occur. After apparent recovery a person may
experience metabolic acidosis, convulsions, and coma hours or days later. Further
complications may develop leading to acute liver necrosis that can result in death due to hepatic coma.,
Long term inhalation exposure to iron (oxide fume or dust) can cause siderosis. Siderosis is considered to
be a benign pneumoconiosis and does not normally cause significant physiologic impairment. Siderosis can
be observed on x-rays with the lungs having a mottled appearance.
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Toxicity
no data available
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12.2 Persistence and degradability
no data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
no data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

no data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
12.6 Other adverse effects
no data available

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting
as this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal
company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: 3089 IMDG: 3089 IATA: 3089

14.2 UN proper shipping name

ADR/RID: METAL POWDER, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.
IMDG: METAL POWDER, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.
IATA: Metal powder, flammable, n.o.s.

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID: 4.1 IMDG: 4.1 IATA: 4.1
14.4 Packaging group

ADR/RID: III IMDG: III IATA: III

14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no

14.6 Special precautions for user

no data available

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/200 6.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
no data available
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
no data available

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16. OTHER INFORMATION
Further information
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall
be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does
not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Central Drug House (P) Ltd and its
Affiliates shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the
above product. See www.cdhfinechemical.com for additional terms and conditions of sale.

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