SAFETY DATA SHEET Version 6.

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Revision Date 08.10.2021
according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 Print Date 01.07.2024
GENERIC EU MSDS - NO COUNTRY SPECIFIC DATA - NO OEL DATA

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifiers
Product name : Aluminum oxide
Product Number : A1522
Brand : SIGALD
REACH No. : 01-2119529248-35-XXXX
CAS-No. : 1344-28-1

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company :

1.4 Emergency telephone

Emergency Phone # : +(44)-870-8200418 (CHEMTREC (GB))
+(353)-19014670 (CHEMTREC Ireland)
001-803-017-9114 (CHEMTREC India)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
2.2 Label elements
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
2.3 Other hazards
This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent,
bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at
levels of 0.1% or higher.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances
Synonyms : Alumina

Formula : Al2O3

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 Molecular weight : 101,96 g/mol
CAS-No. : 1344-28-1
EC-No. : 215-691-6
No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first-aid measures
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section
2.2) and/or in section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Aluminum oxide
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information
Do not use halocarbon extinguishers.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions
No special environmental precautions required.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
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SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
Hygiene measures
General industrial hygiene practice.
For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
strongly hygroscopic
Storage class
Storage class (TRGS 510): 13: Non Combustible Solids
7.3 Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
Ingredients with workplace control parameters
8.2 Exposure controls

Personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate
government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove
removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact
with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with
applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU)
2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Full contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)

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 data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail
[email protected], test method: EN374
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which
differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the EC approved gloves. This
recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist
and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our
customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use
scenario.
Body Protection
Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of
dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place., The type of protective
equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the
dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of
dusts are desired, use type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks. Use
respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government
standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
No special environmental precautions required.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: solid
b) Odor odorless
c) Odor Threshold No data available
d) pH No data available
e) Melting Melting point/range: 2.040 °C
point/freezing point
f) Initial boiling point 2.980 °C
and boiling range
g) Flash point Not applicable
h) Evaporation rate No data available
i) Flammability (solid, The product is not flammable.
gas)
j) Upper/lower No data available
flammability or
explosive limits
k) Vapor pressure 1 hPa at 2.158 °C
l) Vapor density No data available
m) Density 4,000 g/cm3
Relative density No data available
n) Water solubility insoluble
o) Partition coefficient: No data available

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 n-octanol/water
p) Autoignition No data available
temperature
q) Decomposition No data available
temperature
r) Viscosity Viscosity, kinematic: No data available
Viscosity, dynamic: No data available
s) Explosive properties Not explosive
t) Oxidizing properties The substance or mixture is not classified as oxidizing.

9.2 Other safety information

No data available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
No data available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Exposure to moisture.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong acids, Strong bases, Chlorine trifluoride, Ethylene oxide, Halogenated hydrocarbon,
Oxygen difluoride, Sodium nitrate, Vinyl compounds, Oxygen, Nitrates, Halogens
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
In the event of fire: see section 5

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral - Rat - male and female - > 10.000 mg/kg
(OECD Test Guideline 401)
LC50 Inhalation - Rat - male and female - 4 h - > 2,3 mg/l
(OECD Test Guideline 403)
Dermal: No data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin - Rabbit
Result: No skin irritation - 24 h
(OECD Test Guideline 404)
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Eyes - Rabbit
Result: No eye irritation

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 (OECD Test Guideline 405)
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Draize Test - Guinea pig
Result: Does not cause skin sensitization.
- Mouse
Result: Does not cause respiratory sensitization.
Germ cell mutagenicity
Test Type: Ames test
Test system: Bacillus subtilis
Result: negative
Remarks: (IUCLID)
Carcinogenicity
No data available
Reproductive toxicity
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
No data available
Aspiration hazard
No data available
11.2 Additional Information
Endocrine disrupting properties
Product:
Assessment : The substance/mixture does not contain
components considered to have endocrine
disrupting properties according to REACH Article
57(f) or Commission Delegated regulation (EU)
2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU)
2018/605 at levels of 0.1% or higher.
RTECS: BD1200000
Cough, chest pain, Difficulty in breathing, Gastrointestinal disturbance
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not
been thoroughly investigated.
Liver - Irregularities - Based on Human Evidence

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
No data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
The methods for determining the biological degradability are not applicable to inorganic
substances.

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12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent,
bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at
levels of 0.1% or higher.
12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties
Product:
Assessment : The substance/mixture does not contain components
considered to have endocrine disrupting properties
according to REACH Article 57(f) or Commission
Delegated regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission
Regulation (EU) 2018/605 at levels of 0.1% or higher.

12.7 Other adverse effects

No ecological problems are to be expected when the product is handled and used with due
care and attention.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA: Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no

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14.6 Special precautions for user

Further information
Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the
substance or mixture
This material safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No.
1907/2006.

15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment

For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out

SECTION 16: Other information

Further information
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for internal use only.
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive
and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the
present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of
the product. Sigma-Aldrich Corporation and its Affiliates shall not be held liable for any
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