Aluminium(7429-90-5)
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance
Light, silvery-white to gray, odorless powder.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
660
Boiling Point
2327
Vapor Pressure
7E-29 (25 C)
Vapor Pressure
0.006 (659 C)
Density
2.7 g/cm3
Heat Of Vaporization
Heat Of Vaporization
220 kJ/mol
Usage
In manufacture of printing inks, in the aircraft industry.
Vapor Density
>1
Vapor Density
>AIR
First Aid Measures
Ingestion
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause hemorrhaging of the digestive tract. May cause bone marrow damage.
Ingestion
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause lung damage. May cause respiratory difficulty and coughing.
Skin
May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Skin
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation. Causes eye irritation. Aluminum particles may cause corneal necrosis.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Handling and Storage
Storage
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep away from water. Flammables-area. Keep away from acids. Do not store near alkaline substances.
Handling
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Do not allow water to get into the container because of violent reaction. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not allow contact with water. Keep from contact with moist air and steam.
Hazards Identification
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause lung damage. May cause respiratory difficulty and coughing.
Skin
May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation. Causes eye irritation. Aluminum particles may cause corneal necrosis.
Ingestion
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause hemorrhaging of the digestive tract. May cause bone marrow damage.
Hazards
Produce flammable gases on contact with water. May ignite on contact with water or moist air. Some react vigorously or explosively on contact with water. May be ignited by heat, sparks or flames. May re-ignite after fire is extinguished. Some are transported in highly flammable liquids. Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard.
EC Risk Phrase
R 15 17
EC Safety Phrase
S 7/8 43
UN (DOT)
1309
UN (DOT)
1396
UN (DOT)
9260
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Exposure Effects
Chronic exposure may cause lung damage. Chronic inhalation may cause pulmonary fibrosis.
Exposure limit(s)
NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
Poison Class
-
Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point
645
Autoignition
400
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Water Reactive. Material will react with water and may release a flammable and/or toxic gas. Dust can be an explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Flammable solid. May ignite or explode on contact with steam or moist air. Extinguishing media: Use dry sand or earth to smother fire. DO NOT USE WATER! Do NOT get water inside containers. Contact professional fire-fighters immediately. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. For small fires use dry chemical, soda ash, lime or sand. For large fires use dry sand, dry chemical, soda ash or lime or withdraw from area and let fire burn.
Fire Potential
Flammable/combustible material.
Accidental Release Measures
Small spills/leaks
Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. Do not expose spill to water. Cover with dry earth, dry sand, or other non-combustible material followed with plastic sheet to minimize spreading and contact with water.
Stability and Reactivity
Incompatibilities
Acids, alkalies, acid chlorides, halogenated agents, metal salts, strong oxidizing agents, Contact with water liberates highly flammable gases., ammonium nitrate, ammonium persulfate, antimony, arsenic oxides, barium bromate, barium chlorate, barium iodate.
Stability
Combines vigorously or explosively with water.
Decomposition
Aluminum oxide, aluminum fumes.
Combustion Products
Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.