Aluminum |
Synonyms & Trade Names Aluminium, Aluminum metal, Aluminum powder, Elemental aluminum |
CAS No. 7429-90-5 |
RTECS No. BD0330000 |
DOT ID & Guide 1309 170 (powder, coated)
1396 138 (powder, uncoated)
9260 169 (molten) |
FormulaAl |
Conversion |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 7013 , 7300 , 7301 , 7303;
OSHA ID121
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Silvery-white, malleable, ductile, odorless metal. |
MW: 27.0 |
BP: 4221°F |
MLT: 1220°F |
Sol: Insoluble |
VP: 0 mmHg (approx) |
IP: NA |
Sp.Gr: 2.70 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Combustible Solid, finely divided dust is easily ignited; may cause explosions. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers & acids, halogenated hydrocarbons [Note: Corrodes in contact with acids & other metals. Ignition may occur if powders are mixed with halogens, carbon disulfide, or methyl chloride.] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Breathing: Fresh air
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Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0988 See MEDICAL TESTS: 0011 |
