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Date of Issue : Jan 2002 1. IDENTIFICATION
General Product Name : SODIUM FLUOROALUMINATE Other Names : CRYOLITE SYNTHETIC ; GREENLAND SPAR ; ICESTONE SODIUM-HEXA-FLUORO ALUMINATE UN No. : N/A Dangerous Goods Class : None Allocated Subsidiary Risk : None Allocated Hazchem Code : N/A Pack Group : 0 EPG : N/A Poisons Schedule : N/A Uses : Electrolyte in the reduction of alumina to aluminium, ceramics, insecticide, binder for abrasives, electric insulation, explosives, polishes.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : White to off-white powder, no odour. Formula : Na3AlF6 Boiling Point : N/A deg C Melting Point : 1000 deg C Vapour Pressure : 1.9 mm Hg (1 atmosphere) Specific Gravity : 2.97 (water = 1) Flash Point : N/A pH : N/A () Solubility in water : Solub g/l (25 deg C) Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air) Lower Explosion Limit : N/A Upper Explosion Limit : N/A 1.2 Other Properties
Solubility in water = 0.042 g/100g @ 25 deg C = 0.135 g/100g @ 100 deg C 1.3 Ingredients
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute Swallowed
Harmful by ingestion. Symptoms may include burning sensations. Eye
Material is extremely destructive to eyes. Skin
Harmful by skin absorption. Material is extremely destructive to skin. Inhaled
Harmful by inhalation. Material is extremely destructive to the respiratory tract. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, oedema of larynx, bronchi, chemical pneumonitis or pulmonary oedema. Symptoms may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting. 2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
As this is a fluoride product, it is possible that symptoms of chronic poisoning will occur in case of being exposed to high concentrations of dust for extended periods of time.
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
Contact a doctor or the immediately.
Eye
Flood eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes, retracting eyelids often. If effects occur/persist seek medical attention.
Skin
Immediately flush affected areas thoroughly with running water for at least 15 minutes. If effects occur/persist seek medical attention.
Inhaled
Remove victim to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
In case victim has inhalation overexposure, perform a gastric lavage. Treat symptomatically based on judgement of doctor and individual reactions of patient. It is possible symptoms of chronic poisoning will occur after exposure to high levels of dust over a long period of time.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Oral LD50 = 200 mg/kg (Rat) Oral LDLo = 9 g/kg (Rabbit)
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
No exposure limit has been established for this product, however the following is recommended : Fluorides, as F : TWA = 2.5 mg/m3
3.2 Engineering Controls
Ensure adequate ventilation to maintain exposure levels below standards, including the use of local exhaust ventilation.
3.3 Personal Protection
Respiratory - wear a NIOSH/MSHA approved full face-piece respirator. Eyes - safety goggles. Skin - chemical-resistant gloves, clothing to minimise exposure to skin. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling and before work breaks, eating, drinking, smoking and using toilet facilities.
3.4 Flammability
Material is not flammable but will burn. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Store in a cool dry area away from direct heat and incompatible materials. Store away from incompatible materials such as sodium hydroxide and strong acids
4.2 Packaging / Labelling UN No. N/A Class None Allocated Sub Risk None Allocated Hazchem Code N/A Pack Group 0 EPG No. N/A Shipping Name SODIUM FLUOROALUMINATE Hazard TOXIC
Risk Phrases R20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. R48/23/25 Toxic : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed.
Safety Phrases S1/2 Keep locked up and out of the reach of children. S22 Do not breathe dust. S37 Wear suitable gloves. S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible).
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Avoid raising dust. Clean up personnel should wear full protective clothing including safety goggles, rubber boots, heavy rubber gloves and breathing apparatus.
Contain spill and absorb on sand or vermiculite. Pick up material, place in labelled containers and hold for waste disposal.
Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations at an approved waste disposal facility. Material can be changed to the fluoride (CaF2) by dissolving it with plenty of lime water and then disposing.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fire / Explosion
Product emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Hazardous combustion products include hydrogen fluoride. Hazardous polymerisation has not been reported. Material is incompatible with sodium hydroxide, strong acids and strong bases.
Extinguishing Media
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Use dry chemical powder type extinguishers. 5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
No data available
5.1 Contact Points
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