Zinc protoporphyrin

Synonym:protoporphoryn zinc chelate

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound15442-64-5100%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:Dust may be irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. May be harmful if swallowed.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation
Eye Contact:May cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Some zinc containing dusts irritate the respiratory system and cause metallic taste, dry throat, and chills.
Ingestion:If solubilized, Zinc compounds give a harsh metallic taste and may cause nausea and vomiting.
Acute Health Affects:May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Inhalation may cause chills and nausea.
No serious long-term chronic effects associated with zinc compounds. Prolonged inhalation may cause
Chronic Health Affects:
laryngitis. Prolonged ingestion may cause constipation.
NTP:No
IARC:No
OSHA:No

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SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:none
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder
If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self- contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may emit toxic and corrosive fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and
Spill and Leak Procedures:
swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container.

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Ventilation:Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:purple xtl.
Molecular Weight:626.03
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:Insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:none
Incompatibility:Oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products:zinc oxide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and organic fumes.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects:No data
Mutagenic Effects:No data
Tetratogenic Effects:No data

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:Avoid release to the environment. Very toxic to aquatic organisms.

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste according to local, state and federal
Disposal:
regulations.

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):NA
UN ID Number (CFR):NA
Shipping Name (IATA):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):NA
UN ID Number (IATA):NA

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound: See category N982 for reporting.
Second Ingredient:None

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A