| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Extinguishing media: Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire. | |
| [Fire Potential] Nonflammable. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid if irritation or symptoms occur. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Keep containers tightly closed. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [Hazards] Could decompose to liberate CO 2 | |
| [UN (DOT)] 9157 | |
| [Personal Protection] 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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | |
| [Poison Class] 4 | |
| [Appearance] White rhombic crystals. Odorless. | |
| [Solubility in water] Insoluble | |
| [Density] 4.3476 g/cm3 (23.2 C) | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] | |
| [Usage] As fire-proofing filler for rubber & plastic compositions exposed to flame temperature, in cosmetics & lotions, manufacture zinc salts, as feed additive, topical antiseptic. | |
| [Odor threshold] Odorless | |
| [Product Name] Zinc carbonate | |
| [Synonyms] Zincspar | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_3486-35-9.htm">3486-35-9 | |
| [Formula] CO3Zn | |
| [Molecular Weight] 125.4 | |
| [EINECS] 222-477-6 | |
| [RTECS] FG3375000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Reproductive Effector | |
| [Merck] 12,10260 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 233424 (G) | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong acids. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [UN Number] 9157 | |
| [Hazard Class] 9.2 |
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