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* 1 Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
* Product identifier
* Trade name: BENDA-LUTZ ® Z 2031 Zinc Powder Flake
* Substance name: Zinc powder - zinc dust (pyrophoric)
* CAS Number: Zinc: 7440-66-6
* EC number:
231-175-3
* Index number:
030-001-00-1
* Registration number Zinc: 01-2119467174-xxxx
* Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Inorganic Pigment
* Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Benda-Lutz Werke GmbH
Ferdinand-Lutz-Straße 8
3134 Nussdorf ob der Traisen
AUSTRIA
Editor: birgit.aigner@benda-lutz.com
* Emergency telephone number:
Benda-Lutz Werke GmbH: + 43 (2783) 6202 - 170 (8 - 16 h)
Austrian Poison Information Center: + 43 (1) 406 43 43 (0 - 24 h)
* 2 Hazards identification
* Classification of the substance or mixture
* Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
GHS02 flame
Flam. Sol. 1
Self-heat. 1
H228 Flammable solid.
H251 Self-heating: may catch fire.
GHS09 environment
Aquatic Chronic 1 H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
* Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC
N; Dangerous for the environment
R50/53: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
* Classification system:
Classification was done according Annex VI of directive (EU) No. 1272/2008. Nota T was used. Tests
and classification were done according Part II, sub-section 33.2.1 and 33.3.1.6. of the UN
Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Manual of Tests and Criteria.
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* Label elements
* Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
The substance is classified and labelled according to the CLP regulation.
* Hazard pictograms
(Contd. of page 1)
GHS02 GHS09
* Signal word Danger
* Hazard statements
H228 Flammable solid.
H251 Self-heating: may catch fire.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
* Precautionary statements
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use for extinction: Special powder for metal fires.
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use for extinction: Sand.
* Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment:
The product is irritating on mucous membrane contact.
In case of inhalation of big dust quantities of the product urgent symptoms of influenza ("Zinc fever") are
possible.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
* Other hazards
The product is combustible.
If suspended in air, dust clouds can be ignited in the presence of an ignition source. Explosion risk!
The product reacts slowly with water and violently with alkalis acids, chlorinated hydrocarbons and
oxidising agents what leads to generation of extremely flammable hydrogen. - Explosion risk!
The product reacts with suphur under heat development - Explosion risk!
* Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
* PBT: Not applicable.
* vPvB: Not applicable.
* 3 Composition/information on ingredients
* Chemical characterization: Substances
* CAS No. Description
Zinc
* EC number: 231-175-3
* Index number: 030-001-00-1
* Additional information: Zinc powder, flake
* SVHC No Substance of very high concern contained.
4 First aid measures
* Description of first aid measures
* General information:
At "Zinc fever" call a physician.
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Medical attention/control after first aid measures.
* After inhalation:
Remove exposed person out of hazardous area.
Supply fresh air.
Keep breathing passages open.
Call a physician if irritation persists.
* After skin contact:
Remove dirty clothes.
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
* After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
* After swallowing: If symptoms persist consult doctor.
* Information for doctor:
* Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Coughing
Symptoms of influenza ("Zinc fever")
* Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Medical supervision for at least 48 hours.
On ingestion or inhalation of big quantities contact toxicologist.
5 Firefighting measures
* Extinguishing media
* Suitable extinguishing agents:
Dry sand
Extinguishing powder for metal fire.
Extinguishing media of class D.
Do not use water.
* For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents:
Water and water based extinguishers
Carbon dioxide
Foam
Extinguishing media of class A, B, C.
* Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Prolonged contact of the product with water may result in a reaction releasing hydrogen - ignition risk
Dust explosion risk because of suspended dry product in the air!
* Advice for firefighters
* Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained respiratory protective device.
Equipment must meat the criteria of EN 469 at least.
6 Accidental release measures
* Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Keep away from ignition sources.
Avoid building of dust.
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
* Environmental precautions:
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Dispose contaminated material as waste (see point 13).
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* Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Do not use a vacuum cleaner.
Collect mechanically using non sparking equipment. Prevent of dust formation.
Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents
* Reference to other sections
See Section 1 for information on emergency telephone number.
See Section 4 for information on first aid measures.
See Section 5 for information on firefighting measures.
See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for disposal information.
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7 Handling and storage
* Handling:
* Precautions for safe handling
Prevent formation of dust.
Close containers carefully after use.
Equipment and furniture must not be able to load statically (e.g. use full metal showels).
Use respiratory equipment.
* Information about fire - and explosion protection:
Keep ignition sources away. - Do not smoke.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Use explosion-proof apparatus / fittings and spark-proof tools.
* Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
* Storage:
* Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:
Store in a cool and dry place.
Store in non-combustible containers.
Keep container tightly closed.
Avoid direct sun light.
* Information about storage in one common storage facility:
Store away from oxidizing agents.
Store away from flammable substances.
Store away from water.
Protect from moisture.
Do not store together with acids and alkalis
Do not store together with chlorinated hydrocarbons.
Store away from sulphur.
* Further information about storage conditions: None.
* Specific end use(s) No further relevant information available.
8 Exposure controls/personal protection
* Additional information about design of technical facilities: No further data; see item 7.
* Control parameters
* Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: Not required.
* Additional information: The lists valid during the making were used as basis.
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* Exposure controls
* Personal protective equipment:
* General protective and hygienic measures:
Remove and clean contaminated clothes.
Be sure to clean skin thoroughly after work and before breaks.
Wash with water and soap.
* Respiratory protection: Filter P1
* Protection of hands:
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the
degradation
* Material of gloves
Leather gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of
quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
* Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has
to be observed.
* Eye protection:
Tightly sealed goggles
* Body protection:
None conductive protecting clothes
Fire proof protecting clothes.
None conductive boot according EN 345
* Limitation and supervision of exposure into the environment
Consider environmental precautions of point 6.
* Risk management measures
Skin protection cream.
IN GENERAL: no pure synthetic fabric (electrostatic charge)
* 9 Physical and chemical properties
* Information on basic physical and chemical properties
* General Information
* Appearance:
* Form: Powder
* Colour: black, grey
* Odour: Odourless
* Odour threshold: Not determined.
* pH-value: Not applicable.
* Change in condition
* Melting point/Melting range: 420 °C
* Boiling point/Boiling range: 908 °C
* Flash point: Not applicable.
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* Flammability (solid, gaseous): < 10 minutes (Ann. VI of Directive 1272/2008)
* Self-igniting: The product is self-igniting.
(Contd. of page 5)
* Danger of explosion: The product is not hazardous with regard to explosions, however, it may
form an explosive dust/air mixture.
* Explosion limits:
* Lower: 125 g/m³
* Density at 20 °C: 7.14 g/cm³
* Solubility in / Miscibility with
* water: Insoluble.
* Other information Settled apparent density: 1,92 g/cm³ (typical value)
10 Stability and reactivity
* Reactivity
Explosion risk when reacting with:
- water, may liberate extremely flammable hydrogen gas
Violent reactions with:
- Acids, alkalis, oxidising agents, chlorinated hydrocarbons releasing hydrogen gas.
Exothermic reaction with:
- sulphur - Explosion risk.
* Chemical stability No instability under regular conditions.
* Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
* Possibility of hazardous reactions
A reaction with water, acids, alkalis, oxidising agents and chlorinated hydrocarbons leads to generation of
extremely flammable hydrogen.
A reaction with sulphur may cause violent reactiongs.
Risk of dust explosion.
* Conditions to avoid
Avoid dust clouds
Avoid direct sunlight.
Avoid building of sparks.
Keep away from sources of ignition and open fire.
* Incompatible materials:
Water
Acids
Alkalis
Oxidising agents
Chlorinated hydrocarbons
Sulphur
* Hazardous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known.
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* 11 Toxicological information
* Information on toxicological effects
* Acute toxicity:
* LD/LC50 values relevant for classification:
Oral LD50 >2000 mg/kg (Rat)
LC50 >23mg/m³ (Species: n/d/a) (Inhalation)
* Primary irritant effect:
* on the skin: Little irritation on skin and mucous membrane.
* on the eye: No irritating effect.
* Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
* Subacute to chronic toxicity:
In case of inhalation of big quantities of powder urgent symptoms of influenza are possible ("Zinc fever")
which disappears after 24-48 h.
Inhalation of big quantities: cough may occur
Repeated or longer dust exposition may result in a chronic irritation of respiratory tract.
Eye exposition: reddening or irritation may occur.
12 Ecological information
* Toxicity
* Aquatic toxicity:
EC50 0.136 (Algae) (pH

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* European waste catalogue
12 01 04 non-ferrous metal dust and particles
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* Uncleaned packaging:
* Recommendation:
Can be disposed as metal waste. Contact your disposal company to evaluate the contamination grade. If
it is not possible to dispose it as metal waste, dispose it like the product.
* 14 Transport information
* UN-Number
* ADR, IMDG, IATA UN3189
* UN proper shipping name
* ADR, IATA METAL POW DER, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S. (ZINC
POWDER (PYROPHORIC))
* IMDG METAL POW DER, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S. (ZINC
POW DER (PYROPHORIC)), ENVIRONMENTALLY
HAZARDOUS
* Transport hazard class(es)
* ADR, IMDG
* Class 4.2 Substances liable to spontaneous combustion.
* Label 4.2
* IATA
* Class 4.2 Substances liable to spontaneous combustion.
* Label 4.2
* Packing group
* ADR, IMDG, IATA II
* Environmental hazards: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid; Marine
Pollutant
* Marine pollutant: Yes (P)
Symbol (fish and tree)
* Special marking (ADR): Symbol (fish and tree)
* Special precautions for user Warning: Substances liable to spontaneous combustion.
* Danger code (Kemler): 40
* EMS Number: F-G,S-J
* Segregation groups Powdered metals
* Transport in bulk according to Annex II of
MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable.
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* Transport/Additional information:
* ADR
* Limited quantities (LQ) 0
* Tunnel restriction code D/E
(Contd. of page 8)
* UN "Model Regulation": UN3189, METAL POWDER, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S. (ZINC
POWDER), ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS, 4.2, II
* 15 Regulatory information
* Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
* National regulations:
* Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulations
The product is listed in the following chemical inventories:
AICS ..... Australia
DSL ..... Canada
TSCA ..... USA
MITI ..... Japan
Water hazard class (WGK): generally not hazardous to water (self classification according to VwVwS)
* Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.
* 16 Other information
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
* Reason for Changes
Chapter 1 - Substance Name corrected
Chapter 2 - Classification corrected
* Department issuing MSDS: Quality Management Department (Product safety & Dangerous Goods)
* Contact: Mrs. Aigner
* Abbreviations and acronyms:
ADR: Accord européen sur le transport des marchandises dangereuses par Route (European Agreement concerning the
International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
IATA: International Air Transport Association
P: Marine Pollutant
GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent
LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent
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