ALUMINUM OXIDE MSDS

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Odor
Solubility
Density
pH
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F)
Boiling Point
Melting Point
Vapor Density (Air=1)
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1)

: White powder.
: Odorless.
: Insoluble in water.
: 4.0 @ 20C/4C
: No information found.
:0
: 2980C (5396F)
: ca. 2000C (ca. 3632F)
: No information found.
: No information found.
: No information found.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products : No information found.
Hazardous Polymerization
: Will not occur.
Incompatibilities
:
Chlorine trifluoride, Ethylene oxide.
Conditions to Avoid
: Incompatibles.
Hazards Identification
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation:
Hazard is principally that of a nuisance dust. Coughing or shortness of
breath may occur in cases of excessive inhalation.
Ingestion
: No adverse effects expected.
Skin Contact:
May cause irritation with redness and pain.
Eye Contact:
No adverse effects expected but dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Chronic Exposure
: No adverse effects expected.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions
:
Not expected to be a health hazard.

First Aid Measures

Inhalation:

Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion:
Give several glasses of water to drink to dilute. If large amounts were
swallowed, get medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation
develops.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting
upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention if irritation
persists.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire
: Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion
: Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media
:
Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
Special Information
:
Use protective clothing and breathing equipment appropriate for the
surrounding fire and to protect against the aluminum oxide dust that may
be dispersed in the air.
Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment
as specified in Section 8. Spills: Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or
disposal. Vacuuming or wet sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal.
Handling and Storage
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area.
Protect against physical damage. Containers of this material may be
hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids);
observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.