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Address: No.381, Kebei Rd., Chengdu Cross-Strait Technology Industry

Development Park, Wenjiang, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611137, P. R. China
Tel: 86-28-85228102 85231995 85287665
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

COPPER POWDER
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product name:
Chemical name/synonyms:
Formula:
Supplied by:

Emergency phone:
Product use:
Molecular Weight:
More information:

Copper powder
EINECS No.:
231-159-6
Bronze Powder
CAS No.:
7440-50-8
Cu
Chemical family:
Metallic Powder
Chengdu Chemphys Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
No.381, Kebei Rd., Cross-Strait Technology Industry Development
Park, Wenjiang, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611137, P. R. China
86-28-85228102
Conductive paste
63.54

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient
Copper

CAS No
7440-50-8

Percent
90- 100%

Hazardous
Yes

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GENERAL:

SAF-T-DATA(tm) RATINGS:
Health Rating:
Flammability Rating:
Reactivity Rating:
Contact Rating:
Lab Protective Equip:
Storage Color Code:

WARNING! Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Cause

irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Affect the liver
and kidneys. Chronic exposure may cause tissue damage.
3 - Severe (Life)
2 - Moderate
2 - Moderate
2 - Moderate
GOGGLES & SHIELD; LAB COAT & APRON; VENT
HOOD; PROPER GLOVES; CLASS D EXTINGUISHER
Green (General Storage)

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:

EYE:
Causes eye irritation.
SKIN:
Causes skin irritation. May cause skin discoloration.
INGESTION:
Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May cause liver and kidney damage.

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INHALATION:

Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. Inhalation of fumes

may cause metal fume fever, which is characterized by
flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills, cough,
weakness, chest pain, muscle pain and increased white
blood cell count.
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause lung
damage.

CHRONICAL:

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

EYES:

SKIN:

INGESTION:

INHALATION:

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,

occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get
medical aid.
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get
medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious
and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or
water.
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately.
If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FIRE:

Not considered to be a fire hazard since the bulk solid does

not burn, but very finely divided particles (ultra-fine powder)
may burn in air.
EXPLOSION:
Not considered to be an explosion hazard. Reactions with
incompatibles may pose an explosion hazard. Liquid copper
explodes on contact with water. High concentrations of
finely divided copper particles in the air may present an
explosion hazard. Sensitive to static discharge.
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and
NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with
full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other
positive pressure mode.

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Address: No.381, Kebei Rd., Chengdu Cross-Strait Technology Industry
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

GENERAL:
SPILLS/LEAKS:

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in

Section 8.
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment as specified in Section 8. Spills: Sweep up and
containerize for reclamation or disposal. Vacuuming or wet
sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal. US Regulations
(CERCLA) require reporting spills and releases to soil, water and
air in excess of reportable quantities.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING:

STORAGE:

Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and

accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Empty
containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and
can be dangerous. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize, cut, weld,
braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat,
sparks or open flames.
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed
container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances. Do not expose to air and moisture.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate
general or local explosion-proof ventilation to keep airborne
levels to acceptable levels.
EXPOSURE LIMITS
ACGIH
NIOSH
OSHA - Final PELs
Chemical Name
Copper Powder

0.2 mg/m3 TWA (fume);

1 mg/m3 TWA (dust and 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (fume);
1 mg/m3 TWA (dust and mist, mist); 100 mg/m3 IDLH 1 mg/m3 TWA (dust and
as Cu)
(dust, fume and mist)
mist)

OSHA Vacated PELs:

Copper: 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (fume, dusts, mists as Cu)
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYES:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety
goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection
regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard
EN166.
SKIN:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
CLOTHING:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact

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RESPIRATORS:

with skin.
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR
1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or
other symptoms are experienced.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance:
State:
pH (1% soln/water):
Melting Point:
Vapor Pressure:
Evaporation Rate:
Tapped Density

Red to brown
solid
N/A
1083 (1981F)
1 (mm Hg)@ 1628(2962F)
N/A
> 3.0g/cc

Odor:
Molecular Weight:
Boiling Point:
Specific Gravity:
Vapor Density:
Solubility in Water:
Particle Size

odorless
63.54
2595 (4703F)
8.94
N/A
Insoluble
0.2~3.0 micron

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY:

Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.

Copper becomes dull when exposed to air; on exposure to
moist air it gradually converts to the carbonate. On long
standing, a white, highly explosive peroxide deposit may
form.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Ignition sources, dust generation, excess heat.
Incompatibles and prolonged exposure to air and moisture.
INCOMPATIBILITIES WITH OTHER MATERIALS:
Copper is incompatible with oxidizers, alkalis, acetylene,
chlorine plus oxygen difluoride, phosphorus, nitric acid,
potassium peroxide, 1-bromo-2-propyne, sulfur plus
chlorates. Reacts violently with ammonium nitrate,
bromates, iodates, chlorates, ethylene oxide, hydrozoic
acid, potassium oxide, dimethyl sulfoxide plus
trichloroacetic acid, hydrogen peroxide, sodium peroxide,
sodium azide, sulfuric acid, hydrogen sulfide plus air, and
lead azide. A potentially explosive reaction occurs with
actylenic compounds. Copper ignites on contact with
chlorine, fluorine (above 121C), chlorine trifluoride, and
hydrazinum nitrate (above 70C). An incandescent reaction
occurs with potassium dioxide.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Copper fumes.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Has not been reported.

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Address: No.381, Kebei Rd., Chengdu Cross-Strait Technology Industry
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Tel: 86-28-85228102 85231995 85287665
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No LD50/LC50 information found relating to normal routes of occupational exposure.
Investigated as a tumorigen and a reproductive effector.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No information available.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local
requirements.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Not regulated.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

US FEDERAL
TSCA:
CAS# 7440-50-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule:
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
CAS# 7440-50-8: 5000 lb final RQ (no reporting of releases of this
hazardous substance is required)
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes:
CAS # 7440-50-8: immediate, delayed, fire.
Section 313:
This material contains Copper (CAS# 7440-50-8, 100%),which is
subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title
III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 7440-50-8 is listed as a Priority Pollutant under the Clean
Water Act. CAS# 7440-50-8 is listed as a Toxic Pollutant under the
Clean Water Act.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly
hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 7440-50-8 can be found on the following state right to know
lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota,

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Address: No.381, Kebei Rd., Chengdu Cross-Strait Technology Industry
Development Park, Wenjiang, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611137, P. R. China
Tel: 86-28-85228102 85231995 85287665
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Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this
product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7440-50-8: 0
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 7440-50-8 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B, B4.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 7440-50-8 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

MSDS Creation Date: 01/07/2000
Revision #2 Date: 17/07/2008
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