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Cupric oxide

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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use extinguishing media appropriate to the surrounding fire. Substance is noncombustible. Extinguishing media: Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
[Ingestion]

Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration.
[Skin]

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause ulceration and perforation of the nasal septum if inhaled in excessive quantities. Inhalation of fumes may cause metal fume fever, which is characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills, cough, weakness, chest pain, muscle pain and increased white blood cell count.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation. May cause skin discoloration.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation. May result in corneal injury. May cause conjunctivitis.
[Ingestion]

May cause central nervous system depression, kidney damage, and liver damage. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause circulatory system failure. May cause vascular collapse and damage.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Exposure Effects]

Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Individuals with Wilson's disease are unable to metabolize copper. Thus, copper accumulates in various tissues and may result in liver, kidney, and brain damage.
[Exposure limit(s)]

NIOSH TWA: 0.1 mg/m3 as Cu.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Black to brownish-black amorphous or crystalline powder or granules
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

1326
[Boiling Point]

2000
[Vapor Pressure]

0.0001 (800 C)
[Density]

4.9 g/cm3
[Heat Of Vaporization]

[Usage]

Fungicide, insecticide, glaze colorant.
[Product Name]

Cupric oxide
[Synonyms]

Cupric oxide
[CAS]

"CASEN_1317-38-0.htm">1317-38-0
[Formula]

CuO
[Molecular Weight]

79.55
[EINECS]

215-269-1
[RTECS]

GL7900000
[RTECS Class]

Other
[Merck]

13,2674
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

13693 (G)
[EC Class]

harmful
[Small spills/leaks]

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
[Incompatibilities]

Aluminum, boron, cesium acetylene carbide, hydrazine, magnesium, phospham, potassium, rubidium acetylene carbide, sodium, titanium, and zirconium. Forms explosive acetylides with acetylene in caustic solutions. Exposure to moist air at > 212F can result in spontaneous combustion.
[Stability]

Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
[Decomposition]

Copper fumes.
[HS Code]

2825 50 00