| [Autoignition] > 100 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Extinguishing media: Use only graphite powder, soda ash, powdered sodium chloride, or an appropriate metal-fire-extinguishing dry powder. | |
| [Fire Potential] Moderate in form of dust when exposed to heat or flame. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. 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 eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] 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] Dust may cause mechanical irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Exposure to particulates or solution may cause conjunctivitis, ulceration, and corneal abnormalities. Deposition of particles may cause corneal discoloration. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Delayed symptoms such as acidosis, shock, rapid breathing, liver injury and possible death may occur. | |
| [Hazards] Oxides from metallic fires are a severe health hazard. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 11 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 16 | |
| [UN (DOT)] 3089 | |
| [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 impervious gloves. 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] Chronic exposure may lead to liver and lung damage. Repeated exposure may cause pancreatic damage, diabetes, and cardiac abnormalities. | |
| [Poison Class] - | |
| [Appearance] A gray lustrous powder. | |
| [Solubility in water] Insoluble | |
| [Melting Point] 1535 | |
| [Boiling Point] 3000 | |
| [Density] 7.86 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [Usage] In manufacture of iron and steel castings (pig iron), of alloys with carbon, chromium, & other metals, as a material to increase density of oil well drilling fluids. | |
| [Product Name] Iron Filings | |
| [Synonyms] Armco iron EO5a Ferrovac e Ferrum LOHA Pzh-2 | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_7439-89-6.htm">7439-89-6 | |
| [Formula] Fe | |
| [Molecular Weight] 55.85 | |
| [EINECS] 231-096-4 | |
| [RTECS] NO4565500 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen; Human Data | |
| [Merck] 13,5109 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 6845 (G) | |
| [EC Class] highly flammable | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Remove all sources of ignition. Clean up residual material by washing area with a 2-5% solution of soda ash. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Acetaldehyde, ammonium peroxodisulfate, chloroformamidinium, chloric acid, ammonium nitrate, halogens, dinitrogen tetroxide, nitryl fluoride, polystyrene, sodium acetylide, potassium dichromate, peroxyformic acid, nitryl fluoride, sulfuric acid, sodium carbide. | |
| [Stability] Decomposes when heated. Oxidizes when exposed to air. | |
| [Decomposition] Oxides of iron. | |
| [UN Number] 3089 | |
| [Hazard Class] 4.1 | |
| [Packing Group] II; III | |
| [HS Code] 7205 29 00 |
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