Zinc, volumetric standard secondary reference material for complexometry, traced back to NIST Standard Reference Material (SRM)
zinc powder
MERCK
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CAS :7440-66-6
Storage class :4.2
Water pollution class :0
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Hazard / Symptom
Hazard Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. Spontaneously flammable in air.
After inhalation of dust Irritation symptoms in the respiratory tract. Metal-fume fever after inhalation of large quantities.
After absorption fever , muscular symptoms , pain cardiovascular disorders , nausea , vomiting
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Protective equipments / General working measures
GLASS GLOVE RESPIRATOR
NO SMOKING NO FIRE
Keep container tightly closed and dry. In case of fire, use powder extinguisher. Never use water.
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Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures Avoid generation of dusts; do not inhale dusts.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption Take up dry. Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area.
Suitable extinguishing media metal fire powder Cover with dry sand or cement.
Extinguishing media not to be used water
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First aid
FIRST AID
After inhalation fresh air.
After skin contact wash off with water.
After eye contact rinse out with plenty of water with the eyelid held wide open.
After swallowing make victim drink plenty of water, induce vomiting, summon doctor.
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