NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards -
Synonyms & Trade Names
Aluminium, Aluminum metal, Aluminum powder, Elemental aluminum
DOT ID & Guide
1309 170(powder, coated)
1396 138(powder, uncoated)
9260 169(molten)
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL
TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
Physical Description
Silvery-white, malleable, ductile, odorless metal.
Combustible Solid, finely divided dust is easily ignited; may cause explosions.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers & acids, halogenated hydrocarbons [Note: Corrodes in contact with acids & other metals. Ignition may occur if powders are mixed with halogens, carbon disulfide, or methyl chloride.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
**Skin:**No recommendation
**Eyes:**No recommendation
**Wash skin:**No recommendation
**Remove:**No recommendation
**Change:**No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)
**Eye:**Irrigate immediately
**Breathing:**Fresh air
Respirator Recommendations