Name:
Beryllium powder -325 mesh 99+%
Synonym:
None
CAS:
7440-41-7
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Beryllium powder -325 mesh 99+%
Synonym:None
Synonym:None
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 7440-41-7 | Beryllium | >99 | 231-150-7 |
| Hazard Symbols: T+ Risk Phrases: 25 26 36/37/38 43 49 48/23 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic if swallowed. Very toxic by inhalation. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact. May cause cancer by inhalation. Toxic : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May cause conjunctivitis and corneal inflammation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May cause contact dermatitis.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation of fumes may cause metal fume fever, which is characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills, cough, weakness, chest pain, muscle pain and increased white blood cell count. If heated, dust or fume may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Chronic beryllium disease, an immunologically mediated response occurring after a latent period ranging from a few weeks to many years, causes difficult breathing on exertion, weight loss, nonproductive cough, fatigue, chest pain, anorexia, and weakness.
Toxic if swallowed. Very toxic by inhalation. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact. May cause cancer by inhalation. Toxic : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May cause conjunctivitis and corneal inflammation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May cause contact dermatitis.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation of fumes may cause metal fume fever, which is characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills, cough, weakness, chest pain, muscle pain and increased white blood cell count. If heated, dust or fume may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Chronic beryllium disease, an immunologically mediated response occurring after a latent period ranging from a few weeks to many years, causes difficult breathing on exertion, weight loss, nonproductive cough, fatigue, chest pain, anorexia, and weakness.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Dust can be an explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Flammable solid.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT use carbon dioxide. Do NOT use halogenated agents. Use approved class D extinguishing agents or smother with dry sand, clay, or sodium bicarbonate. DO NOT USE WATER!
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Dust can be an explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Flammable solid.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT use carbon dioxide. Do NOT use halogenated agents. Use approved class D extinguishing agents or smother with dry sand, clay, or sodium bicarbonate. DO NOT USE WATER!
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not breathe dust. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Use only with adequate ventilation or respiratory protection.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not breathe dust. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Use only with adequate ventilation or respiratory protection.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7440-41-7: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 0.002 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 0.006 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 2 ug/m3 TWA; 5 ??g/m3 Ceiling Belgium - TWA: 0.002 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 0.002 mg/m3 VME Germany: 0.005 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction, sharpen from metal alloys); 0.002 mg/m3 Japan: 0.002 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 0.002 mg/m3 TWA Russia: 0.001 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 0.002 mg/m3 VLA-ED Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7440-41-7: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 0.002 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 0.006 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 2 ug/m3 TWA; 5 ??g/m3 Ceiling Belgium - TWA: 0.002 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 0.002 mg/m3 VME Germany: 0.005 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction, sharpen from metal alloys); 0.002 mg/m3 Japan: 0.002 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 0.002 mg/m3 TWA Russia: 0.001 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 0.002 mg/m3 VLA-ED Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Flakes
Color: gray-white
Odor: odorless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1.85 mm Hg
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 2970 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 1287 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.85 @ 20C
Molecular Formula: Be
Molecular Weight: 9.01
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources, dust generation, excess heat, exposure to flame.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents, phosphorus, lithium, caustics (e.g. ammonia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide), carbontetrachloride, chlorinated hydrocarbons, Contact with acids causes evolution of flammable hydrogen gas..
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources, dust generation, excess heat, exposure to flame.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents, phosphorus, lithium, caustics (e.g. ammonia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide), carbontetrachloride, chlorinated hydrocarbons, Contact with acids causes evolution of flammable hydrogen gas..
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 7440-41-7: DS1750000 LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Beryllium - ACGIH: A1 - Confirmed Human Carcinogen (listed as Beryllium compo California: carcinogen, initial date 10/1/87 NTP: Known carcinogen IARC: Group 1 carcinogen Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 7440-41-7: DS1750000 LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Beryllium - ACGIH: A1 - Confirmed Human Carcinogen (listed as Beryllium compo California: carcinogen, initial date 10/1/87 NTP: Known carcinogen IARC: Group 1 carcinogen Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: BERYLLIUM POWDER
Hazard Class: 6.1 (4.1)
UN Number: 1567
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: BERYLLIUM POWDER
Hazard Class: 6.1 (4.1)
UN Number: 1567
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: BERYLLIUM, POWDER
Hazard Class: 6.1 (4.1)
UN Number: 1567
Packing group: II
USA RQ: CAS# 7440-41-7: 10 lb final RQ (no reporting of releases of this hazardo
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T+
Risk Phrases:
R 49 May cause cancer by inhalation.
R 25 Toxic if swallowed.
R 26 Very toxic by inhalation.
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R 48/23 Toxic : danger of serious damage to health
by prolonged exposure through inhalation.
Safety Phrases:
S 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions
before use.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7440-41-7: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 7440-41-7 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 7440-41-7 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7440-41-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
