Alumina
Alumina
Alumina
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Product Name:
Alumina
Other Names:
Applicable In:
Australia
Supplier:
Address:
Telephone:
+61 2 9235 8144 (or 1800 807 668 (available in Australia only))
Email Address:
http://www.csr.com.au/Pages/Contact-Us.aspx
Web Site:
www.csr.com.au
Facsimile:
This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is issued by the Supplier in accordance with National standards and guidelines from
Safe Work Australia (SWA formerly ASCC/NOHSC). The information in it must not be altered, deleted or added to. The
Supplier will not accept any responsibility for any changes made to its MSDS by any other person or organization. The
Supplier will issue a new MSDS when there is a change in product specifications and/or Standards, Codes, Guidelines, or
Regulations.
Alumina is classified as Non-Dangerous Goods according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by
Road and Rail.
Risk Phrases
R20: Harmful by inhalation.
Safety Phrases
S22: Do not breathe dust.
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Chemical Name:
Synonyms:
Proportion:
CAS Number:
Aluminium oxide
98.4%
1344-28-1
Amorphous silica
<0.02%
7631-86-9
Trace amounts of other compounds may be present, including sodium oxide, ferric oxide and calcium oxide.
Rinse mouth and lips with water. Do not induce vomiting. If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention.
Eyes:
Flush thoroughly with flowing water, while holding eyelids open, for 15 minutes to remove all
traces. If symptoms such as irritation or redness persist, seek medical attention.
Skin:
Remove heavily contaminated clothing. Wash off skin thoroughly with water. Use a mild soap if
available. Shower if necessary. Seek medical attention for persistent redness, irritation or
burning of the skin.
Inhaled:
Remove to fresh air, away from dusty area. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Advice to Doctor:
Treat symptomatically.
This product is non flammable. In bulk, dry powder can build up a static electric
charge, when subject to the friction of conveying, mixing or other movement.
Use carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical or water spray to extinguish, as required
for fire in surrounding materials.
None
HAZCHEM Code:
None
Clean Up Procedure:
Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation.
Manual handling should be in accordance with Manual Handling Regulations and Codes.
Storage:
Store in dry conditions, away from chlorine trifluoride, ethylene oxide, and highly alkaline
materials. Ensure containers are adequately labelled, protected from physical damage
and sealed when not in use.
Incompatibilities:
Incompatible with chlorine trifluoride (reacts violently, producing flame) and ethylene oxide
(polymerises violently).
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Ventilation:
Open air work or use of natural ventilation (opening of doors and windows in
buildings) generally provides adequate ventilation. Local mechanical ventilation
or extraction may be required in areas where dust standards cannot be
achieved.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal Hygiene:
Wash hands before eating, drinking, using the toilet, or smoking. Wash work
clothes regularly.
Skin Protection:
Eye Protection:
Respiratory Protection:
Inhalation of airborne particles from other sources, including those from cigarette
smoke, may increase the risk of lung disease. CSR recommends that all
storage and work areas should be non-smoking zones, and other airborne
contaminants be kept to a minimum.
Odour:
None
9.5-10.5
Vapour Pressure:
Not determined
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Not determined
2980C
>2000C
Solubility in water:
Insoluble
3.53
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
Flash Point:
Not applicable
Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:
Not applicable
ADDITIONAL PROPERTIES
% Volatiles:
0%
0%
Incompatible Materials:
Incompatible with strong acids, strong bases, halocarbons, OF2, sodium nitrate,
vinyl acetate. Incompatible with chlorine trifluoride (reacts violently, producing
flame) and ethylene oxide (polymerises violently).
Conditions to avoid:
Dust generation
Hazardous Decomposition
Products:
None
Hazardous Reactions:
Ingestion of small amounts may cause mild irritation of mouth and throat. Swallowing larger
amounts may result in mild abdominal discomfort.
Eyes:
Skin:
May cause mild irritation, and drying to the skin due to its physical characteristics.
Inhaled:
Dust is mildly irritating to the nose, throat and respiratory tract and may cause coughing and
sneezing. Pre-existing upper respiratory and lung diseases including asthma and bronchitis
may be aggravated.
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Eyes:
Dust may cause irritation and inflammation of the eyes and aggravate pre-existing eye
conditions.
Skin:
Repeated heavy contact with the dust may cause drying of the skin and can result in skin rash
(dermatitis) typically affecting the hands. Over time this may become chronic and can also
become infected.
Inhaled:
Repeated exposure to high levels of dust (above NES) may result in increased nasal and
respiratory secretions and coughing. Inflammation of lining tissue of the respiratory system may
follow repeated exposure to high levels of dust with increased risk of lung disease.
Persistence and
Degradability:
Mobility:
Alumina can be treated as a common waste for disposal or dumped into a landfill site in
accordance with local authority guidelines. Measures should be taken to prevent dust
generation during disposal and exposure and personal precautions should be observed (see
Section 8).
None allocated
UN number:
None allocated
DG Class:
None allocated
Subsidiary Risk 1:
None allocated
Packaging Group:
None allocated
HAZCHEM code:
None allocated
Marine Pollutant:
No
Special Precautions
for User:
None
Not scheduled
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Phone:
Fax:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Australian Standards References:
AS/NZS 1336
AS/NZS 1715
AS/NZS 1716
AS 2161
Industrial Safety Gloves and Mittens (excluding electrical and medical gloves)
Other References:
nd
Edition, April
NOHSC:2011(2003)
National Code of Practice for the Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets 2
2003, National Occupational Health and Safety Commission.
NOHSC:10005(1999)
List Of Designated Hazardous Substances, April 1999, National Occupational Health and
Safety Commission, Sydney.
NOHSC:2007(1994)
National Code of Practice for the Control of Workplace Hazardous Substances (Australian
States have similar Codes of Practice in each State).
NOHSC:2012(1994)
National Code of Practice for the Labelling of Workplace Substances, March 1994, Australian
Government Publishing Service, Canberra.
NES
ADG Code
th
AUTHORISATION
Reason for Issue:
Authorised by:
Seppo Ranki
Date of Issue:
8/12/2011
Whilst the information contained in this document is based on data which, to the best of our knowledge, was accurate and
reliable at the time of preparation, no responsibility can be accepted by us for errors and omissions. The provision of this
information should not be construed as a recommendation to use any of our products in violation of any patent rights or in
breach of any statute or regulation. Users are advised to make their own determination as to the suitability of this information
in relation to their particular purposes and specific circumstances. Since the information contained in this document may be
applied under conditions beyond our control, no responsibility can be accepted by us for any loss or damage caused by any
person acting or refraining from action as a result of this information.
END OF MSDS
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Date Issued:
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