**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****
MSDS Name: Tellurium, Pieces, 99.999%
Catalog Numbers:
AC194180000, AC194180200
Synonyms:
Telloy.
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# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 13494-80-9 |Tellurium | 99.999 | 236-813-4 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases: 25
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic if swallowed.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. Contact with the skin may cause skin
lesions which are characterized by cracking of the skin and the
development of slow-healing ulcers.
Ingestion:
Poison by ingestion. May cause headache. May cause nausea and
vomiting. May cause garlic smell on the breath and body.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system
effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness
and coma. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation may be
fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and
bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
Chronic:
Adverse reproductive effects have been reported in animals. Exposure
to large doses may cause central nervous system depression.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out with
water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration
using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a
mask.
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. Containers
may explode when heated. Non-combustible, substance itself does not
burn but may decompose upon heating to produce irritating, corrosive
and/or toxic fumes. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may
cause pollution.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT get water inside containers. Do NOT use straight streams of
water. For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water
spray. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well
after fire is out. For large fires, use water spray, fog or regular
foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to
waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the
Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Follow all MSDS and label
precautions even after container is emptied because they may contain
product residues. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not
get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed.
Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible
substances. Keep containers tightly closed.
**** 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:
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.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Powder
Appearance: grey - white powder
Odor: odorless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @520 deg C
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 989.8 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 449.5 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility: insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 6.11-6.27
Molecular Formula: Te
Molecular Weight: 127.60
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions. Slowy tarnishes in air.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, dust generation, excess
heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Zinc, strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents, active metals,
halogens.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Irritating and toxic fumes and gases.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 13494-80-9: WY2625000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 13494-80-9: Inhalation, rat: LC50 = >2420 mg/m3/4H; Oral,
mouse: LD50 = 20 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 67 mg/kg; Oral, rat:
LD50 = 83 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Tellurium -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology:
Experimental reproductive effects have been reported.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
Reproductive effects have occurred in experimental animals.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information. The
toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
**** 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# 13494-80-9 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
Tellurium 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: T
Risk Phrases:
R 25 Toxic if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 22 Do not breathe dust.
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 13494-80-9: No information available.
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
CAS# 13494-80-9: OES-United Kingdom, TWA 0.1 mg/m3 TWA
Canada
CAS# 13494-80-9 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 13494-80-9 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 13494-80-9: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-DENMARK:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;STEL 0.3 mg/m3
OEL-FRANCE:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-GERMANY:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;STEL 0.5 mg/m3 JAN9
OEL-TURKEY:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 0.1 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: 4/13/1999 Revision #2 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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