International Chemical Safety Cards

ZINC CHLORIDE FUME ICSC: 1064

Zinc chloride fume
Zinc dichloride fume
ZnCl2
Molecular mass: 136.3
CAS # 7646-85-7
RTECS # ZH1400000
ICSC # 1064
UN # 2331
EC # 030-003-00-2
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE
ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS
PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed. Fire fighters should wear complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
EXPLOSION

Fire fighters should wear complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!

  • INHALATION
  • abdominal pain. cough, laboured breathing, shortness of breath, Sore throat, Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes). remember to sequence
    Local exhaust or breathing protection.
    Fresh air, rest, half-upright position, artificial respiration if indicated, and refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN


  • Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
  • EYES
  • Corrosive! Redness, pain, blurred vision.
    Safety goggles.
    First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION



  • SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING



    C symbol
    R: 34
    S: 7/8-28
    UN Haz Class: 8
    UN Pack Group: III
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 1064 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1990 No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.

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    ZINC CHLORIDE FUME ICSC: 1064

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
    WHITE, HYGROSCOPIC FUME , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:


    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
    Corrosive to metals.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
    TLV: 1 mg/m3 (as TWA); 2 mg/m3 (as STEL) (ACGIH 1992-1993)
    OSHA PEL: TWA 1 mg/m3
    NIOSH REL: TWA 1 mg/m3 ST 2 mg/m3
    NIOSH IDLH: 50 mg/m3


    ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
    The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

    INHALATION RISK:
    Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
    The substance is corrosive to the eyes, the skin, and the respiratory tract. Inhalation of the substance may cause lung oedema (see Notes). Exposure to high concentrations may result in death. The effects may be delayed.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
    Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 732°C
    Melting point: 283-290°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 2.9
    Solubility in water, g/100 ml: 432
    Vapour pressure, kPa at 428°C: 0.13
    ENVIRONMENTAL
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    NOTES
    The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation is therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered.
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 1064 ZINC CHLORIDE FUME
    © IPCS, CEC, 1990
    IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.