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Safety Data Sheet
1 Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
Identification of the product
Catalogue number(s) B1123, B1150.
Product Name: Rare Earth Copper Oxide.
Manufacturer/supplier identification
As listed above
2 Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical characterisation
Product name
Copper II Oxide
Kaolin
CAS#
1317-38-0
OSHA
ACGIH
Typical %
PEL(mg/m3)
TLV(mg/m3)
by weight.
0.1 (fume)
0.2 (fume)
<90
1.0 (dust)
1.0 (dust)
1332-58-7
10, total dust
<8
5, respirable dust
Rare Earth Oxides
Mixture
Not available
Ceric Oxide
1306-38-3
Lanthanum Oxide
1312-81-8
Not available
<5
3 Hazard identification
Potential heath effects
Eye: Causes irritation. May result in corneal injury. May cause conjunctivitis.
Inhalation: Irritating to the respiratory tract. Inhalation of fumes may cause metal fume fever,
which is characterised by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills, cough, weakness,
chest pain, muscle pain and increased white blood cell count. May cause ulceration and
perforation of the nasal septum if inhaled in excessive quantities
Skin: Causes irritation. May cause skin discoloration.
Ingestion: Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause
central nervous system depression, liver and kidney damage. May cause vascular collapse
and damage.
Chronic: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Individuals with Wilson’s
disease are unable to metabolise copper. Thus, copper accumulates in various tissues and
may result in liver, kidney and brain damage.
4 First aid measures
Eye contact: Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Occasionally lifting the upper
and lower eyelids. Get medial attention immediately.
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Inhalation: Remove from exposure. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Obtain medical attention.
Skin Contact: Wash off thoroughly with soap & water for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.
Ingestion: Induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get
medical aid.
Notes to physician: The use of d-penicillamine as a chelating agent should be determined by
qualified medical personnel.
5 Fire-fighting measures
General information: As in any fire wear self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure
demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating
and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Special risks
Suitable extinguishing media
Substance is non-combustible. Use extinguishing media most appropriate to the surrounding
fire.
6 Accidental release measures
Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Clean up spills immediately. Observing precautions in the protective equipment section. Sweep
or vacuum up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty
conditions. Provide ventilation.
7 Handling and storage
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimise dust generation and
accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Observe
personal protective measures and exposure limits.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry well ventilated area away from
incompatible substances.
8 Exposure controls, personal protection
As appropriate to the situation and the quantity handled.
Respirator: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 26CFT 1910.134 or European
Standard EN149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN149 approved respirator
when necessary.
Ventilation: Extraction Hood to keep concentrations below exposure limits
Gloves: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Eye protection: Wear appropriate eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by
OSHA’s eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard
EN166.
Other precautions: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimise contact with skin.
9 Physical and chemical properties
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Form:
Solid
Colour:
Greyish black granules
Odour:
None reported
Boiling point:
Not established
Specific gravity:
Not established
Solubility in water:
Insoluble
10 Stability and Reactivity:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling
conditions.
Incompatibilities with other material: Aluminium, boron, cesium acetylene carbide, hydrazine,
magnesium, phospham, potassium, rubidium acetylene carbide, sodium, titanium, and
zirconium. Forms explosive acetylides with acetylene in caustic solutions. Exposure to moist air
at >212F can result in spontaneous combustion. Rare earth oxides are soluble in acids
Hazardous decomposition products: Copper fumes
11 Toxicological information
Carcinogenicity: Copper: not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP or OSHA.
The product should be handled with the care usual when dealing with chemicals.
Further data
12 Ecological information
No data available
13 Disposal considerations
Chemical residues are generally classified as special waste, and as such are covered by
regulations which vary according to location. Contact your local waste disposal authority for
advice, or pass to a chemical disposal company. Rinse out empty containers thoroughly before
returning for recycling.
14 Transport information
Not regulated. (IATA, IMO & RID/ADR)
Hazard class – none
UN number – not listed
15 Regulatory information
Labelling according to EC directives
Symbol: XN
R-phrases: R20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
S-phrases:
Local regulations
UK Occupational Exposure Limits: (Copper oxide)
CAS#1317-38-0 OES-UK, TWA (listed as ** undefined **) fume: 0.2ppm TWA; dusts and
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mists, as Cu 1mg/m3 TWA
CAS#1317-38-0: OES-UK, STEL (listed as ** undefined **) dusts and mists, as Cu:
2mg/m3 STEL
16 Other information
Reason for alteration: Addition of risk phrase R20 to section 15. (Risk phrase text was correct
“20” missing from R#)
Revision Date: 22nd May 2007
Revision number: 1
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