ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE | ICSC: 0373 (March 1998) |
Alumina hydrate Aluminum oxide trihydrate Trihydroxyaluminum |
CAS #: 21645-51-2 |
EC Number: 244-492-7 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Use local exhaust. | Fresh air, rest. | |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. | |
Eyes | Wear safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. | |
Ingestion | Rinse mouth. Rest. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
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PACKAGING | |
ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE | ICSC: 0373 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: AlH3O3 / Al(OH)3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: (respirable fraction): 1 mg/m3, as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). MAK: (inhalable fraction): 4 mg/m3; (respirable fraction): 1.5 mg/m3; pregnancy risk group: D |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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The apparent melting point caused by loss of crystal water is given. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations