Beryllium
Synonyms: Beryllium powder
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Beryllium
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL0682
CAS Number
7440-41-7
EC Number
231-150-7
EC Index Number
-
Grade
99% AR
HSN Code
81121900
Molecular Formula
Be
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Beryllium
Catalogue No.
AL0682
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
7440-41-7
EC Number
231-150-7
Grade
99% AR
EC Index Number
Not specified
Chemical Formula
Be
HSN Code
81121900
Synonyms
Beryllium powder
Chemical Structure
-
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Used in aerospace, nuclear, and materials science applications.
Uses advised against
Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification
Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail
Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute Tox. 3; Skin Irrit. 2; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Irrit. 2; Acute Tox. 2; STOT SE 3; Carc. 1B; STOT RE 1
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 5460467 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Acute Toxic, Health Hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H301: Toxic if swallowed; H315: Causes skin irritation; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H330: Fatal if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H350: May cause cancer; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
Carcinogenic by inhalation; may cause respiratory irritation.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Beryllium
CAS No.
7440-41-7
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention immediately.
First-aid measures after skin contact
Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
First-aid measures after eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
First-aid measures after ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Coughing, shortness of breath, chest pain, skin irritation.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information
Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting
Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures
Evacuate area and ventilate. Use appropriate PPE. Collect spillage with a vacuum cleaner or wet method.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Handle with care. Use appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and respiratory protection.
Hygiene measures
Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from strong acids, bases, chlorinated solvents and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Store only in original container. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection
Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use a NIOSH-approved respirator when exposure limits may be exceeded.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Solid
Colour
Gray
Odour
Odorless
Odour threshold
Not applicable
pH value
Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not applicable
Melting point
1287 °C
Freezing point
Not applicable
Boiling point
2468 °C
Flash point
Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature
Not applicable
Decomposition temperature
Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas)
Flammable
Vapour pressure
1 Pa at 1189 °C (solid); 10 Pa at 1335 °C; 100 Pa at 1518 °C; 1 kPa at 1750 °C; 10 kPa at 2054 °C; 100 kPa at 2469 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C
Not applicable
Density
1.85 g/cu cm
Solubility
Insoluble in cold water, mercury; slightly soluble in hot water
Log Pow
Not applicable
Viscosity, kinematic
Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic
Not applicable
Explosive properties
Not explosive
Oxidising properties
Not oxidizing
Explosive limits
Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions; reacts with acids and strong bases.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Resistant to oxidation at ordinary temperatures.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Reacts with strong acids and strong bases. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen). Mixtures with some chlorinated solvents, such as carbon tetrachloride and trichloroethylene are shock-sensitive.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
Not specified
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Highly toxic; LD50 (oral, rat) > 500 mg/kg.
Skin corrosion/irritation
H315: Causes skin irritation
Serious eye damage/irritation
H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
Germ cell mutagenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity
H350: May cause cancer
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
H335: May cause respiratory irritation
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information
Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability
Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil
Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions
Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR)
1567
UN-No. (IMDG)
1567
UN-No. (IATA)
1567
UN-No. (ADN)
1567
UN-No. (RID)
1567
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Beryllium, powder
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Beryllium, powder
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Beryllium, powder
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Beryllium, powder
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Beryllium, powder
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
6.1 (4.1)
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
II
Packing group (IMDG)
II
Packing group (IATA)
II
Packing group (ADN)
II
Packing group (RID)
II
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment
Not specified
Marine pollutant
Not specified
Other information
No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations
Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.