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SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Name: Activated Alumina 2-5 Grade D
dh product code: 048200140
COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

2. SUBSTANCE

Common chemical name : Alumina

Further data : Hydrated, 3 H2O
CAS number : 1344-28-1
Ingredients contributing to the hazard: : None

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Most important hazards

Adverse human health effects.

Physical & chemical hazards : Slightly irritating to eyes and respiratory system
Fire or explosion : No particular fire or explosion hazard
Classification/specific hazards : According to EEC criteria this product is not classified
as a ‘hazardous substance’.
Further Information : If spilled, may cause the floor to be very slippery.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation : Move to the fresh air. If necessary seek medical

advice.
Skin contact : Rinse with water
Eye contact : IMMEDIATELY rinse with plenty of water for a
prolonged period, (at least 15 minutes) whilst keeping
the eyes wide open. If irritation persists, consult an
eye specialist.
Ingestion : Rinse mouth out with water. Consult a doctor if
necessary.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media
-suitable : All extinguishing agents can be used
-not suitable : None to our knowledge. If there is a fire close by, use
suitable extinguishing agents.
Specific hazards : Refractory material. Does not present any particular
risk in the event of a fire.
6. ACCIDENTIAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions : Avoid contact with eyes. Do not breathe dust.

Environmental precautions : This product does not present any particular risk for
the environment
Methods for cleaning up
-recovery : Sweep up or vacuum up the product
-cleaning/decontamination : If necessary, wash with water following recovery
Further information : Since the product is in the form of balls, it can cause
the floor to be very slippery.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling
Technical measures : Does not require any specific or particular measures
Measures : Avoid the formation of dust
Safe handling advice : Comply with instructions for use (refer to technical
sheet)
Storage
Technical measures : Does not require any specific or particular technical
measures
Storage conditions
-recommended : To guarantee the quality and properties of the product
keep protected from humidity and bad weather
conditions.
Incompatible products : Acids
Packaging : Product may be packaged in normal commercial
packaging.
Packaging materials
-recommended : Steel
plastic materials
-not suitable : Iron

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering measures : No specific measures are required provided the

product is handled in accordance with the general
rules of occupational hygiene and safety
Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
-limits (France) : Total dust – VME: 10mg/m3
Alveolar dusts – VME: 3 mg/m3
-limits (U.S.A. / A.C.G.I.H.) : Total dust – TLV (TWA): 10mg/m3
Respirable particles – TLV (TWA): 3mg/m3
Personal protective equipment
-respiratory protection : Respiratory protective device with a particle filter
-eye protection : Safety spectacles with side shields.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance
-physical state : solid
-form : Balls
-diameter : 2mm
5mm
-colour : white
Odour : none
PH : Not applicable (insoluble product)
Specific temperatures
-melting : >2000oC
Flammability characteristics
-flash point : Not applicable (non-flammable solid)
Oxidizing properties : Non oxidizing material according to EEC criteria
Apparent specific gravity : 0.8 kg/dm3 (tamped product)
Solubility
-in water : Practically insoluble
-in organic solvents : Insoluble in common organic solvents.

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY

Stability : Refractory product, stable at high temperatures.

Hazardous reactions
-conditions to avoid : No dangerous reactions known under normal
conditions of use. See technical data sheet.
-materials to avoid : -strong acids
-strong bases

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute toxicity
Local effects : Slightly irritating to the respiratory system.
Slightly irritating to the eyes

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Behaviour in the environment

Mobility : Slightly soluble product, readily forms deposits
Persistence/degradability : Inert mineral product. Not degradable
Bioaccumulation : Very slightly bioaccumulable
Destination of the product : Ultimate destination of the product: SOIL &
SEDIMENT.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE FROM RESIDUES

Destruction / disposal : May be disposed of with non-hazardous industrial
waste
CONTAMINATED PACKAGING
Decontamination / cleaning : Completely empty the packaging prior to recycling
Destruction / disposal : Reuse or recycle following washing
FURTHER INFORMATION : The exhausted catalysis may have different risks and
properties compared to the original product.
This safety data sheet is not applicable to exhausted
catalysis.
NOTE : The user’s attention is drawn to the possible
existence of local regulations regarding disposal.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS
Land
-rail / road (RID/ADR) : NOT restricted
-sea (IMO / IMDG) : NOT restricted
-air (ICAO-IATA) : NOT restricted
OTHER REGULATIONS
-France: Rail/road (RID/ADR) : NOT restricted
NOTE : The above regulatory prescriptions are those valid on
the date of publication of this sheet. Given the
possible evolution of transport regulations for
hazardous materials, it would be advisable to check
their validity with your sales office.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

LABELLING
EEC regulations : Mandatory labelling (self-classification) of hazardous
substances: not applicable.
NOTE : The regulatory information given above only indicates
the principal regulations specifically applicable to the
product described in the Safety Data Sheet. The
user’s attention is drawn to the possible existence of
additional provisions which complete these
regulations. Refer to all applicable national,
international and local regulations or provisions.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Uses
-recommended uses : (For further information, refer to the product technical
data sheet). Adsorbent for gas and liquid treatment.
Chemical formula : A1203
Registration numbers : EINECS No. 215-691-6
-European inventory
(EINECS, ELINCS) : Registered in the EINECS inventory
This safety data sheet should be used in conjunction with technical sheets. It does not replace them.
The information given is based on our knowledge of this product, at the time of publication. It is given
in good faith. The attention of the user is drawn to the possible risks incurred by using the product
for any other purpose other than that for which it was intended. This does not in any way excuse the
user from knowing and applying all the regulations governing his activity. It is the sole responsibility
of the user to take all precautions required in handling the product. The aim of the mandatory
regulations mentioned is to help the user to fulfil his obligations regarding the use of hazardous
products. This information is not exhaustive. This does not exonerate the user from ensuring
that legal obligations, other than those mentioned, relating to the use and storage of the
product, do not exist. This is solely his responsibility.
For additional information concerning this product, contact the following:

domnick hunter limited

Dukesway
Team Valley Trading Estate
Gateshead
Tyne & Wear
England
NE11 0PZ

PRODUCT EMERGENCIES

If you have a product-related emergency, resulting in incident such as a spill or release of product or
human exposure and need assistance from dh, please contact the following number:

UK – 0191 - 4029000

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