Tungsten powder
AW2110
Date of issue: 18/01/2016
Revision date : 18/01/2016
Version: 2.0
Safety Data Sheet
according to Regulation (EC) No. 453/2010
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1.
Product identifier
Trade name
: AW2110
EC no
: 231-143-9
CAS No.
: 7440-33-7
REACH registration No.
: 01-2119488910-30
1.2.
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
1.2.1.
Relevant identified uses
Main use category
: Industrial use
Use of the substance/preparation
: Powder metallurgical production of W containing materials
Production of hign density W containing plastics
Production of tungstène containing diamond tools
Correction of carbon in hardmetals
1.2.2.
Uses advised against
No additional information available
1.3.
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Eurotungstene
9 rue André Sibellas - BP152X
38042 Grenoble cedex 09
France
tel : +33(0) 4 76 70 54 54
fax : +33(0) 2 41 93 48 23
[email protected]
1.4.
Emergency telephone number
Emergency number
: http://www.who.int/gho/phe/chemical_safety/poisons_centres/en/index.html
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1.
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Flam. Sol. 2 H228
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
Additional information on classification. Self classification.
2.2.
Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP)
:
GHS02
Signal word (CLP)
: Danger
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Hazard statements (CLP)
: H228 - Flammable solid
Precautionary statements (CLP)
: P210 - Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. - No smoking
P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
P241 - Use explosion-proof ventilating equipment
P280 - Wear protective clothing, eye protection
P370+P378 - In case of fire: Use CO2, powder or foam for extinction
2.3.
Other hazards
This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT criteria of REACH, annex XIII.
This substance/mixture does not meet the vPvB criteria of REACH, annex XIII.
Other hazards not contributing to the
classification
: Inhalation of dust may cause irritation of the respiratory system.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1.
Substances
Name
Product identifier
Tungsten powder
(CAS No.) 7440-33-7
%
Classification according to
Regulation (EC) No.
1272/2008 [CLP]
Not classified
(EC no) 231-143-9
Full text of H- and EUH-phrases: see section 16
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1.
Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures general
: When in doubt or if symptoms are observed, get medical advice.
First-aid measures after inhalation
: IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
First-aid measures after skin contact
: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water and soap.
First-aid measures after eye contact
: IF IN EYES: Wash with plenty of water. When in doubt or if symptoms are observed, get medical
advice.
4.2.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/injuries after inhalation
: Inhalation of dust may cause irritation of the respiratory system.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact
: Frequently or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermal irritation.
4.3.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No special treatment needed.
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1.
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
: Co-ordinate fire-fighting measures to the fire surroundings. Extinguishing/inerting agent.
extinguish by smothering. Foam. ABC-powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable extinguishing media
: High power water jet.
5.2.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard
: Powder burns without flame, smoke or toxic fume.
Reactivity
: The product is stable at normal handling- and storage conditions.
5.3.
Advice for firefighters
Precautionary measures fire
: Co-ordinate fire-fighting measures to the fire surroundings.
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Firefighting instructions
: In case of fire: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Other information
: Do not allow run-off from fire-fighting to enter drains or water courses.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures
6.1.1.
: Avoid generation of dust.
For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures
6.1.2.
: Evacuate area.
For emergency responders
Protective equipment
6.2.
: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear personal protection equipment. (see chapter 8).
Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
For containment
: Collect spillage.
Methods for cleaning up
: Take up dust-free and set down dust-free. Clean contaminated objects and areas thoroughly
observing environmental regulations. Retain contaminated washing water and dispose it.
Other information
: Treat the recovered material as prescribed in the section on waste disposal.
6.4.
Reference to other sections
See protective measures under point 7 and 8.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1.
Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
: Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid generation of dust.
Hygiene measures
: Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing should not be
allowed out of the workplace. Wash hands before break and at end of works.
7.2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures
: Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place.
Incompatible products
: Acid. Oxidising.
Heat-ignition
: Remove all sources of ignition.
Special rules on packaging
: Repeat the labelling if the packaging is divided up.
7.3.
Specific end use(s)
No additional information available
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1.
Control parameters
Tungsten powder (7440-33-7)
USA ACGIH
ACGIH TWA (mg/m³)
1 mg/m³
USA ACGIH
ACGIH STEL (mg/m³)
3 mg/m³
8.2.
Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
: Technical measures and the application of suitable work processes have priority over personal
protection equipment.
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Personal protective equipment
: In case of dust production: protective goggles. Dust production: dust mask with filter type P3. In
case of dust production: dustproof clothing.
Hand protection
: Wear suitable gloves.
Eye protection
: Dust protection eye glasses.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1.
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
: Solid
Molecular mass
: 183,85 g/mol
Colour
: grey.
Odour
: odourless.
Odour threshold
: not applicable
pH
: not applicable
Melting point
: 3390 - 3423 °C
Boiling point
: 5555 - 5700 °C
Flash point
: not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
: Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas)
: Flammable
Explosive limits
: Not applicable
Vapour pressure
: not applicable
Relative vapour density at 20 °C
: not applicable
Relative density
: No data available
Density
: 19,3 g/cm³
Solubility
: Strong alkali.
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
: not applicable
Self ignition temperature
: No
Decomposition temperature
: Not applicable
Viscosity
: Not applicable
Explosive properties
: not explosive.
Oxidising properties
: Not oxidizing.
9.2.
Other information
Other properties
: Particle size (µm): 1.5.
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SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1.
Reactivity
The product is stable at normal handling- and storage conditions.
10.2.
Chemical stability
The product is stable at normal handling- and storage conditions.
10.3.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
The product is stable at normal handling- and storage conditions.
10.4.
Conditions to avoid
Avoid generation of dust. Keep away from sources of heat (e.g. hot surfaces), sparks and open flames.
10.5.
Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6.
Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1.
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
: Not classified
Skin corrosion/irritation
: Not classified
Serious eye damage/irritation
: Not classified
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
: Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity
: Not classified
Carcinogenicity
: Not classified
Reproductive toxicity
: Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
: Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated
exposure)
: Not classified
Aspiration hazard
: Not classified
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1.
Toxicity
Ecology - general
12.2.
: The product is not considered harmful to aquatic organisms nor to cause long-term adverse
effects in the environment.
Persistence and degradability
No additional information available
12.3.
Bioaccumulative potential
No additional information available
12.4.
Mobility in soil
No additional information available
12.5.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Tungsten powder (7440-33-7)
This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT criteria of REACH, annex XIII.
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This substance/mixture does not meet the vPvB criteria of REACH, annex XIII.
12.6.
Other adverse effects
No additional information available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1.
Waste treatment methods
Regional legislation (waste)
: Disposal must be done according to official regulations.
Waste treatment methods
: Waste disposal according to EC directives 75/442/EEC and 91/689/EEC in the corresponding
versions, covering waste and dangerous waste.
Sewage disposal recommendations
: Avoid release to the environment.
Ecology - waste materials
: Do not empty into drains, dispose of this material and its container at hazardous or special
waste collection point.
SECTION 14: Transport information
In accordance with ADR / RID / ADNR / IMDG / ICAO / IATA
14.1.
UN number
UN-No.
14.2.
: 3089
UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name
: METAL POWDER, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.
Transport document description
: UN 3089 METAL POWDER, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S., 4.1, (E)
14.3.
Transport hazard class(es)
Class (UN)
: 4.1
Hazard labels (UN)
: 4.1
14.4.
Packing group
Packing group (UN)
14.5.
: III
Environmental hazards
Other information
14.6.
Special precautions for user
14.6.1.
Overland transport
: No supplementary information available.
Hazard identification number (Kemler No.)
: 40
Classification code (ADR)
: F3
LQ
: 5 Kg
14.6.2.
Transport by sea
Limited quantities (IMDG)
14.6.3.
: chap. 3.2 col(7a)
Air transport
Instruction "passenger" - Limited quantities
(ICAO)
: Tab. 4.2 col H
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14.7.
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1.
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1.
EU-Regulations
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions
Contains no REACH candidate substance
15.1.2.
National regulations
No additional information available
15.2.
Chemical safety assessment
No additional information available
SECTION 16: Other information
Indication of changes
: according to Regulation (EC) No. 453/2010.
Abbreviations and acronyms
: ACGIH
CAS
DNEL
EINECS
LC50
LD50
NIOSH
NOEC
NOHSC
OSHA
PBT
PEL
PNEC
REACH
REL
SCOEL
STOT
TWA
vPvB
Other information
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
Chemical Abstract Service
Derived No Effect Level
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
Lethal Concentration 50
Lethal Dose 50
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
No Observed Effect Concentration
National Occupational Health & Safety Commission
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
Permissible Exposure Limits
Predicted No Effect Concentration
Registration, Evaluation, Autorisation of CHemicals
Recommended Exposure Limits
Scientific Committee on Occupational Exposure Limits
Specific Target Organ Toxicity
Time Weighted Average
very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative.
: The above information describes exclusively the safety requirements of the product and is
based on our present-day knowledge. The information is intended to give you advice about the
safe handling of the product named in this safety data sheet, for storage, processing, transport
and disposal. The information cannot be transferred to other products. In the case of mixing the
product with other products or in the case of processing, the information on this safety data
sheet is not necessarily valid for the new made-up material.
Full text of H- and EUH-phrases :
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Flam. Sol. 2
Flammable solids Category 2
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H228
Flammable solid
This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be
construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product.
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