Aluminum
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CAS
7429-90-5
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Al
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RTECS
BD0330000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Aluminium, Aluminum metal, Aluminum powder, Elemental aluminum
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DOT ID & Guide
1309 170 (powder, coated)
1396 138 (powder, uncoated)
9260 169 (molten)
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
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OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
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Physical Description
Silvery-white, malleable, ductile, odorless metal.
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MW: 27.0
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BP: 4221°F
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MLT: 1220°F
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Sol: Insoluble
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VP: 0 mmHg (approx)
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IP: NA
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Sp.Gr: 2.70
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Fl.P: NA
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UEL: NA
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LEL: NA
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Combustible Solid, finely divided dust is easily ignited; may cause explosions.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers & acids, halogenated hydrocarbons [Note: Corrodes in contact with acids & other metals. Ignition may occur if powders are mixed with halogens, carbon disulfide, or methyl chloride.]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 7013, 7300, 7301, 7303; OSHA ID121
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Breathing: Fresh air
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
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See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0988
See MEDICAL TESTS: 0011
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