NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards -

Aluminum (original) (raw)

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