Product Identification

Product Name

Titanium dioxide

Synonyms

Dioxotitanium
Titania
Titanium dioxide

CAS

1317-80-2

Formula

O2Ti

Molecular Weight

79.88

EINECS

215-282-2

RTECS

VM2940000

RTECS Class

Tumorigen

Beilstein/Gmelin

19206 (G)

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Light blue crystalline powder.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

1855

Vapor Pressure

3100 (1727 C)

Density

4.197 g/cm3 (25 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

612.3 kJ/mol

Usage

Pigment.

Refractive Index

2.5837

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.

Inhalation

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.

Skin

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.

Eyes

If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed in a cool place in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be observed.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

This material is a dust or may produce dust.

Skin

Can cause skin irritation. Symptoms may include redness and burning of skin, and other skin damage.

Eyes

Can cause eye irritation. Symptoms include stinging, tearing, redness, and swelling of eyes.

Ingestion

Swallowing small amounts of this material during normal handling is not likely to cause harmful effects. Swallowing large amounts may be harmful.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.

Respirators

If workplace exposure limit(s) of product or any component is exceeded (see exposure guidelines), a NIOSH/MSHA approved air supplied respirator is advised in absence of proper environmental control. OSHA regulations also permit other NIOSH/MSHA respirators (negative pressure type) under specified conditions.

Exposure Effects

Symptoms of exposure to this material through breathing, swallowing, and/or passage of the material through the skin may include: stomach or intestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) irritation (nose, throat, airways).

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Use extinguishing media most appropriate for surrounding fire. No special precautions necessary when fighting fires involving this product.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Small Spill - Sweep up material for disposal or recovery. Large Spill - Shovel material into containers. Thoroughly sweep area of spill to clean up any residual material.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

None in normal or expeced use.

Stability

Stable.

Decomposition

None in normal or expeced use.