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Rev. 4-15-2007   Printable Version
MSDS Sheet



ZINC DUST

    
TYPICAL CHEMICAL ANALYSIS
 
Product Code:   26-0530
Metallic Zinc:   97.0%
ZnO:   3.1%
Lead:   0.15%
Iron:   0.01%
Cadmium:   0.03%
Screen Analysis thru 325 Mesh:   98.00%
Average Particle Diameter (FSSS):   7.0 μ
     
     
     
     
     
     
 
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS:  MIL-Z-365A
 
PACKAGING:   100 lb. Polylined Metal Drum
 
USES:   Zinc is used in pyrotechnics, as a reducing agent in organic chemistry, de-oxidizing bronze, extracting gold by the cyanide process and is a nutritional trace element.
 
HANDLING:   Avoid inhalation of dust. Store in closed container in cool area, keep away from oxidizers, can ignite. Air and moisture sensitive. OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV-TWA have been established at 15mg/m3 for ZnO. This product may be subject to SARA 313 reporting requirements (Zn 100%). See the MSDS for more information.
 
& SHIPPING INFORMATION:   This product has been tested using the applicable tests in Section 33 of the Second Revised Addition of the United Nations Recommendations on the Transportation of Dangerous Good, Manual of Test and Criteria. Results of the testing show that the sample did not meet the minimum standards for classification into either Division 4.1 Flammable Solid or Division 4.3 Dangerous when Wet. Because it does not meet the classification criteria in paragraph 173.124, it is not a DOT hazardous material as shipped.
 
PRODUCT INFORMATION

Zinc Dust
 
CAS Number
RTECS Number
Water Solubility
 

7440-66-6
ZG 8600000
Reacts with Water
 

EINEC Number
Molecular Wt.
Molecular Formula
 

2311753
65.30
Zn
 
 

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