ACTIVATED ALUMINA (GRADES A, D & P)
Material Safety Data Sheet Date Prepared: Oct/22/97 - Supersedes Date: Feb/06/95
Annex A
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5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FIRE HAZARD DATA:
Flash Point: Not Applicable
Extinguishing Media:
Not combustible. Use extinguishing method suitable for surrounding fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Fire-fighters should wear NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus and full
protective clothing.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Not combustible.
Hazardous Decomposition Materials (Under Fire Conditions): None known
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Evacuation Procedures and Safety:
Containment of Spill:
Follow procedure described below under Cleanup and Disposal of Spill.
Cleanup and Disposal of Spill:
Scrape up and place in appropriate closed container (see Section 7: Handling and Storage)
Environmental and Regulatory Reporting:
Do not flush to drain
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Minimum/Maximum Storage Temperatures: Not available
Handling:
Avoid direct or prolonged contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing dusts.
Dry powders can build static electricity charges when subjected to the friction of conveying, mixing
or sliding. Provide adequate precautions, such as electrical grounding, or inert atmospheres when
material is used in the presence of flammable materials to prevent ignition.
Storage:
Store in an area that is clean, dry, store in tightly closed containers. Store in original container.