| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Iron Filings | 【Synonyms】
Armco iron
EO5a
Ferrovac e
Ferrum
LOHA
Pzh-2 | 【CAS】
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 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【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. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【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. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【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. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【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 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【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】
- |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【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. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【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. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【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. |
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