MSDS Identification:

• Key:  95607
• Name:   Aluminum Fluoride, 98.0+%

Catalog Numbers:  
AC276960000, AC276960100, AC9557499, AC9557691, XXAC276961KG
Synonyms:  

• Aluminium Fluorure; Aluminum Trifluoride; Fluorid Hlinity.

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Hazard Symbols:   XI

Risk Phrases:   36/37/38

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Appearance:   white crystals. Warning! Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause digestive tract irritation. Causes eye and skin irritation. May cause skeletal abnormalities.

Target Organs:   Skeletal structures.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

Eye:   Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns. May cause chemical conjunctivitis.

Skin:   Causes skin irritation.

Ingestion:   May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Ingestion of large amounts of fluoride may include salivation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, labored breathing. Inorganic fluorides can be harmful. Acute exposure to fluorine compounds can lead to digestive tract burns, and abdominal pain. Exposure to fluoride compounds can result in systemic toxic effects on the heart, liver, and kidneys. It may also deplete calcium levels in the body leading to hypocalcemia and death. Contains fluoride. Fluoride can reduce calcium levels leading to fatal hypocalcemia. Aluminum may be readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Fluoride ion can reduce serum calcium levels possibly causing fatal hypocalcemia.

Inhalation:   Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.

Chronic:   Chronic inhalation and ingestion may cause chronic fluoride poisoning (fluorosis) characterized by weight loss, weakness, anemia, brittle bones, and stiff joints. Effects may be delayed. Chronic exposure to fluoride compounds may cause systemic toxicity.

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. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.

Ingestion:   Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.

Inhalation:   Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

Notes to Physician:   Treat symptomatically and supportively.

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.

Extinguishing Media:   Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.

Autoignition Temperature:   Not applicable.

Flash Point:   Not applicable.

Explosion Limits, lower:   Not available.

Explosion Limits, upper:   Not available.

NFPA Rating:   (estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0

General Information:   Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.

Spills/Leaks:   Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

Handling:   Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before reuse.

Storage:   Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Do not store in glass. Store under argon.

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.
EXPOSURE LIMITS

OSHA Vacated PELs:  

Aluminum Fluoride:   15 mg/m3 TWA (total dust); 5 mg/m3 TWA (respirable fraction) (listed under ** no name **)2.5 mg/m3 TWA (listed under ** no name **)
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:   A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.

Physical State:   Crystals

Color:   white

Odor:   None reported.

pH:   Not available.

Vapor Pressure:   11298 mm Hg

Vapor Density:   Not available.

Evaporation Rate:   Not available.

Viscosity:   Not available.

Boiling Point:   Not available.

Freezing/Melting Point:   1291 deg C

Decomposition Temperature:   1272C(sublimes)

Solubility in water:   slightly soluble in water

Specific Gravity/Density:   2.882

Molecular Formula:   AlF3.H2O

Molecular Weight:   101.99

Chemical Stability:   Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.

Conditions to Avoid:   Incompatible materials, dust generation, acids, excess heat.

Incompatibilities with Other Materials:   Acids, glass.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:   Hydrogen fluoride, aluminum oxide.

Hazardous Polymerization:   Has not been reported.

RTECS#:

• CAS# 7784-18-1: BD0725000

LD50/LC50:

• CAS# 7784-18-1: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 103 mg/kg.

Carcinogenicity:
Aluminum Fluoride -

• ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen (as F) (listed IARC: Group 3 carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).

Epidemiology:
Several mortality studies of aluminum reduction plant workers have showed no excess deaths due to organic brain disorders of the dementia type.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Other

• For more information, see "HANDBOOK OF ENVIRONMENTAL FATE AND EXPOSURE DATA."

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

RCRA P-Series:   None listed.

RCRA U-Series:   None listed.

US DOT

• No information available

Canadian TDG

• No information available.

TSCA

• CAS# 7784-18-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

Health & Safety Reporting List

• None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.

Chemical Test Rules

• None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.

Section 12b

• None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.

TSCA Significant New Use Rule

• None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.

SARA
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs

• None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.

SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances

• None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.

Section 313

• This material contains Aluminum Fluoride (listed as ** undefined **), 99 9%, (CAS# 7784-18-1) which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 372.

Clean Air Act:

• This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
• This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
• 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.

Aluminum Fluoride can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, (listed as ** no name **), California, (listed as ** no name **), California, (listed as ** no name **), New Jersey, Florida, (listed as ** no name **), Pennsylvania, (listed as ** no name **), Pennsylvania, (listed as ** no name **), Minnesota, (listed as ** no name **), Minnesota, (listed as ** no name **), Minnesota, (listed as ** no name **), Massachusetts, (listed as ** no name **).

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives

• Hazard Symbols: XI
• Risk Phrases:

• R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

• Safety Phrases:

• S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
• S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

• CAS# 7784-18-1: No information available.

United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

• CAS# 7784-18-1: OES-United Kingdom, TWA (listed as ** undefined **): 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (inorganic, as F)

United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits

Canada

• CAS# 7784-18-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
• This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.
• CAS# 7784-18-1 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.

Exposure Limits

• CAS# 7784-18-1: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
• OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
• OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3;STEL 5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-DENMARK:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
• OEL-DENMARK:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-FINLAND:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-FRANCE:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
• OEL-FRANCE:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-GERMANY:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3;STEL 2 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
• OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-POLAND:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-RUSSIA:TWA 0.5 mg/m3;STEL 2.5 mg/m3
• OEL-RUSSIA:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
• OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
• OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 2 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 1.8 ppm;STEL 9.0 ppm
• OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
• OEL-THAILAND:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-TURKEY:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 2 mg(Al)/m3
• OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3 OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV

MSDS Creation Date:   9/02/1997,   Revision #4 Date:  3/18/2003

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