**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****

MSDS Name: Zirconium, Foil, 0.25 mm Thick, 99.8%
Catalog Numbers:
    AC318080000, AC318080206
Synonyms:
    None.
Company Identification (Europe):  Acros Organics BVBA
                                 Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a
                                 2440 Geel, Belgium
Company Identification (USA):     Acros Organics
                                 One Reagent Lane
                                 Fairlawn, NJ  07410
For information in North America, call:   800-ACROS-01
For information in Europe, call:          0032(0) 14575211
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
For emergencies in Europe, call:     0032(0) 14575299

         **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
|      CAS#      |              Chemical Name           |    %     |  EINECS#  |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|     7440-67-7  |Zirconium                             |  99.8%   | 231-176-9 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
         Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
         Risk Phrases: None Listed.

                 **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

                              EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Air sensitive.

Potential Health Effects
    Eye:
         May cause eye irritation.
    Skin:
         May cause skin irritation.
    Ingestion:
         May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Low hazard for usual
         industrial handling.
    Inhalation:
         May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual
         industrial handling.
    Chronic:
         No information found.

                   **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

    Eyes:
         Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
         occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. If
         irritation develops, get medical aid.
    Skin:
         Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes
         while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
         irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
    Ingestion:
         Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Do NOT induce
         vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls
         of milk or water. Wash mouth out with water. Get medical aid if
         irritation or symptoms occur.
    Inhalation:
         Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing,
         give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
         Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
    Notes to Physician:

                 **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

    General Information:
         As in any fire, 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. Powder ignites and burns when heated.
    Extinguishing Media:
         Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to
         extinguish surrounding fire. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon
         dioxide, or appropriate foam.

               **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

    General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
                         in Section 8.
    Spills/Leaks:
         Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
         Equipment section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a
         suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating
         dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

                  **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

    Handling:
         Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use with
         adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation.
         Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly
         closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
    Storage:
         Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
         well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

         **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

    Engineering Controls:
         Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
         with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate
         ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
    Personal Protective Equipment

                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 protective gloves to prevent skin
                      exposure.
            Clothing:
                      Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
                      exposure.
         Respirators:
                      A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
                      CFR :1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
                      Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
                      conditions warrant a respirator's use.

            **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State:             Solid
Appearance:                 blue-black
Odor:                       none reported
pH:                         Not available.
Vapor Pressure:             Not available.
Vapor Density:              Not available.
Evaporation Rate:           Not available.
Viscosity:                  Not available.
Boiling Point:              3577 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:     1857 deg C
Autoignition Temperature:   Not applicable.
Flash Point:                Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower:    Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper:    Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility:
Specific Gravity/Density:   6.49
Molecular Formula:          Zr
Molecular Weight:           91.22

                **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

    Chemical Stability:
         Stable.
    Conditions to Avoid:
         Incompatible materials, exposure to air.
    Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
         Air.
    Hazardous Decomposition Products:
         Irritating and toxic fumes and gases.
    Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported

               **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

    RTECS#:
         CAS# 7440-67-7: ZH7070000
    LD50/LC50:
         Not available.
    Carcinogenicity:
      Zirconium -
              ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen
    Epidemiology:
         No information available.
    Teratogenicity:
         No information available.
    Reproductive Effects:
         No information available.
    Neurotoxicity:
         No information available.
    Mutagenicity:
         No information available.
    Other Studies:
         See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

                 **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****



                **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

                 **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

    US DOT
         No information available
    Canadian TDG
         No information available.

                 **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

US FEDERAL
    TSCA
         CAS# 7440-67-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
         This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
    Clean Water Act:
         None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous
         Substances under the CWA.
         None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority
         Pollutants under the CWA.
         None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants
         under the CWA.
    OSHA:
         None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous
         by OSHA.
STATE
    Zirconium can be found on the following state right to know lists:
    California, New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota,
    Massachusetts.
    California No Significant Risk Level:
    None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
    European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
         Hazard Symbols: Not available.
         Risk Phrases:
         Safety Phrases:
                      S 24/25  Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
                      S 28A  After contact with skin, wash immediately with
                      plenty of water.
                      S 37  Wear suitable gloves.
                      S 45  In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
                      medical advice immediately (show the label where
                      possible).
  WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
         CAS# 7440-67-7: No information available.
  United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

  Canada
         CAS# 7440-67-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
         CAS# 7440-67-7 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
  Exposure Limits
         CAS# 7440-67-7: OEL-ARAB Republic of Egypt:TWA 5 mg/m3
         OEL-FINLAND:TWA 5 mg/m3
         OEL-HUNGARY:STEL 5 mg/m3
         OEL-POLAND:TWA 5 mg/m3
         OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 6 mg/m3
         OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
         OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV

                 **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

    MSDS Creation Date:  4/08/1999  Revision #1 Date:  8/02/2000

    The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
    information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
    merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
    such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
    should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
    information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
    liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost
    profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
    damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
    the possibility of such damages.
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