| [Flash Point] 355 (open cup) | |
| [Autoignition] 420 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. Material will burn in a fire. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. | |
| [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] Keep away from heat and flame. 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. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] Harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. | |
| [Inhalation] 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. May cause respiratory tract irritation. | |
| [Skin] Dust may cause mechanical irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Dust may cause mechanical irritation. | |
| [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. | |
| [Exposure limit(s)] TLV: ppm; 10 mg/m3 (ACGIH 1992-1993). OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) | |
| [Poison Class] 4 | |
| [Appearance] White powder free from grit. Faint odor. | |
| [Solubility in water] Insoluble | |
| [Melting Point] 140 | |
| [Density] 1.095 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [Usage] Dusting powder. | |
| [Product Name] Zinc distearate | |
| [Synonyms] Dermarone Metallac Octadecanoic acid, zinc salt | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_557-05-1.htm">557-05-1 | |
| [Formula] 2C18H35O2Zn | |
| [Molecular Weight] 632.34 | |
| [EINECS] 209-151-9 | |
| [RTECS] ZH5200000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Merck] 12,10292 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 3919706 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-02-00-01206 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Dilute acids, oxidizing materials. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, toxic fumes of zinc oxide. |
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