Strontium
- CAS Number
- 7440-24-6
- HSN Code
- 28369200
- Molecular Formula
- Sr
- Catalogue Number
- AL4354
- Purity
- 99.9%
- Molecular Weight
- 87.62 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Strontium atom is an alkaline earth metal atom.
Also known as Strontium powder, Strontium metal.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4354
- CAS Number
- 7440-24-6
- Molecular Formula
- Sr
- Molecular Weight
- 87.62 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28369200
- Grade
- 99.9%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 752 °C; Boiling point: 1390 °C; Density: 2.54 g/cu cm; Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and acids.
- Appearance
- Silvery white metal; face-centered cubic structure
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 5 gm glass bottle, 25 gm glass bottle
- Storage
- Dry. Keep under inert gas. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Strontium
- Catalogue No.
- AL4354
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7440-24-6
- EC Number
- 231-133-4
- Grade
- 99.9%
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- Sr
- HSN Code
- 28369200
- Synonyms
- Strontium powder, Strontium metal
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Raw material for strontium-salt synthesis and pyrotechnic 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
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Water-react. 1; Skin Corr. 1A; Eye Dam. 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 5359327 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Corrosive
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H260: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H318: Causes serious eye damage
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Pyrophoric; reacts with water
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Strontium
- CAS No.
- 7440-24-6
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
- 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
- Irritation of the respiratory tract, skin, and eyes; potential burns from contact with powder.
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.
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
- Can ignite spontaneously in air; reacts violently with water.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle under inert atmosphere. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and goggles.
- 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
- Dry. Keep under inert gas. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
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 if dust is generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- Silvery-yellow
- Odour
- Odourless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 752 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 1390 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable solid
- Vapour pressure
- 4.99X10-11 Pa at 400 K; 0.000429 Pa at 600 K; 1.134 Pa at 800 K; 121 Pa at 1000 K
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 2.54 g/cu cm
- Solubility
- Soluble in alcohol and acids.
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts with water and moisture, producing strontium hydroxide and hydrogen gas.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Rapidly becomes yellow on exposure to air and assumes an oxide film.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Reacts with water. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen).
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Water, moisture, strong oxidizers.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- Low toxicity; may cause irritation.
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H318: Causes serious eye damage
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
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
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 3208
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 3208
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 3208
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 3208
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 3208
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Strontium powder
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Strontium powder
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Strontium powder
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Strontium powder
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Strontium powder
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 4.3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- I
- Packing group (IMDG)
- I
- Packing group (IATA)
- I
- Packing group (ADN)
- I
- Packing group (RID)
- I
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Strontium metal powder is primarily used in the synthesis of strontium salts, which have applications in various fields including ceramics, glassmaking, and fireworks. In pyrotechnics, it is specifically used to create red flames in flares and fireworks, enhancing visual effects. Additionally, strontium compounds are utilized in the production of ferrite magnets and in the medical field for strontium ranelate, a treatment for osteoporosis. The versatility of strontium powder extends to its use in research settings, where it is studied for its chemical properties and potential applications in new materials.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1456A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 87.62 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Purity | 99.9% | 99.9% |
| Moisture content | <0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on ignition | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Particle size distribution | <100 microns | 90 microns |
The above product is expected to comply with 99.9% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99.9% | 99.9% | m.p. 752 °C; b.p. 1390 °C | <0.5% | <0.1% | None detected | Soluble in alcohol and acids. |
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