Product Name

Niobium (Columbium), Sheet, rod, wire, tubing & other mill shapes

UN Number

Not applicable

CAS #

7440-03-1

WHMIS Classification

This is not a controlled product

Chemical Formula

Nb

Chemical Family

Refractory Metal

Product Use

Thin films,Glass,optical intruments etc.

Available Packaging

Packed in synthetic case

Responsible Party

Solution Resources Corporation (SRC)
Rm706,East Star Building,1508 Jiangpu Rd. Shanghai China
Post Code:200092
For further information,please contact SRC MSDS coordinator
at +86 13817363982
Working time:9:00am-17:00pm , Monday-Friday

Flash Point:

Not applicable

Auto-Ignition Temperature:

Not established

Extinguishing Media:

Dry powder type agents specifically designed for metal powder fires.

Special Fire Fighting
Procedures:

Do not apply water to burning material. Full emergency equipment with self-contained breathing apparatus must be worn by firefighters. During a fire, irritating and toxic gases and aerosols may be generated by thermal decomposition and combustion.

Unusual Fire/Explosion
Hazards:

This product consists of pieces of metal. Dust and fumes generated from this product (through grinding, cutting, sawing, welding, sanding, etc.) May be a fire and explosion hazard when exposed to high temperatures or ignition sources. Particle size and dispersion in air determine reactivity.

Acgih:
Niosh:
Osha:
Twa:

American conference of governmental industrial hygienists
national institute for occupational safety and health
occupational safety and health administration
time weighted average

Routes Of Exposure:

Inhalation, Skin Contact, Eye Contact.

Human Effects & Symptoms Of Overexposure:

Acute Effects Of Exposure:

Material is a non-reactive solid. Mechanical irritation (i.e. abrasion) to the eyes, skin or respiratory tract may occur due to exposure to dusts formed in the mechanical treatment (i.e. cutting, sawing) of this material.

Chronic Effects Of Exposure:

None known.

Carcinogenicity:

This product is not listed by ntp, iarc or regulated as a carcinogen by osha.

Medical Conditions:

None known.

Exposure Limits:

Although no exposure limit, in general, has been established for this product, the acgih-tlv for particulates not otherwise classified (pnoc) of 10 mg/m3 twa is recommended.

Spill Or Leak Procedures:

Utilize recommended protective clothing and equipment. Spills should be swept up and placed in containers. Avoid generation of dust. If dust is generated, use appropriate respiratory protection. Spill area can be washed with water. Collect wash water for approved disposal. Keep from entering water or ground water.

Waste Disposal Method:

May be reclaimed or sold for scrap. Disposal must be in compliance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.

Eye Protection Requirements:

Safety glasses with side shields or goggles are recommended.

Skin Protection Requirements:

Chemically resistant gloves and clothing are recommended to minimize skin contact. Employees should wash their hands and face before eating, drinking or using tobacco products.

Respirator Requirements:

Work ambient concentrations should be monitored and if the recommended exposure limit is exceeded, a niosh/msha approved dust respirator should be worn.

Ventilation Requirements:

Use local exhaust ventilation adequate to keep exposure levels below the tlv for nuisance dust.

Additional Protective Measures:

Emergency showers and eye wash stations should be available. Educate and train employees in the safe use and handling of this product.

First Aid For Eyes:

Flush eyes with plenty of clean water. Contact a physician if irritation is present and persists.

First Aid For Skin:

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected areas with soap and water. Contact a physician if irritation is present and persists..

First Aid For Inhalation:

Remove to fresh air.

First Aid For Ingestion:

Dilute with large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Contact a physician.

Temperature (Min/Max):

Not established.

Shelf Life:

Not established.

Special Sensitivity:

None known.

Handling/Storage Precautions:

Solids require handling and storage appropriate for weight, size and shape of the material involved.