FLASH POWDER

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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IDENTITY: A & B Flash Powder ("A")
 
SECTION 1 - General Information
Supplier: Star Light and Magic, Inc.
Address: 218 Jefferson St.
Lexington, KY. 40508
Telephone: (859) 225 - 4478
 
SECTION 2 - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity: Common name(s))   :  Potassium Perchlorate (Perchloric Acid, Potassium Salt, Periodin
OSHA PEL : Not Known
ACGIH TLV : 10 mg/m3
% (optional) : 99.5 min.
 
SECTION 3 - Physical / Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point : 653 C (decomposes at 400 C)
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.) : N/A
Vapor Density (AIR = 1) : 4.8
Solubility in Water  (@ 25 C) :  2%
Appearance and Odor : White crystalline powder, odorless
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) :  2.52
Melting Point : 610 C (decomposes at 400 C)
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1) : N/A
 
SECTION 4 - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (method used) : N/A
Flammable Limits : N/A
LEL : N/A
UEL : N/A
Extinguishing Media : Water spray. Dry chemical.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures : Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and self contained breathing apparatus.  Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk. Use water to keep exposed containers cool. Keep upwind.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards : When contaminated with organics, acids, sulfur, phosphorous, metal powders and other oxidizing materials, this product will burn or explode when subjected to extreme heat or impact.
 
SECTION 5 - Reactivity Data
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flame, sources of ignition
Stable : X 
Incompatability (Materials to Avoid) : Combustible, organic and reducing materials, acids, sulfur, phosphorous, metal powders
Hazardous Decompostion or byproducts : Hydrogen chloride
Hazardous Polymerizaton : Will Not Occur
Conditions to Avoid : Contact with strong mineral acid may produce anhydrous perchloric acid.
 
SECTION 6 - Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of Entry:
Inhalation? Irritant
Skin? Irritant
Ingestion? Irritant
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic) : Implicated in aplastic anemia. Absorption can cause methemoglobinemia and kidney injury. May cause conjunctivitis.
 
Carcinogenicity:
NTP? No
ARC Monographs? No
OSHA Regulated? No
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure :
Effects of overexposure: Powerful oxidizer, high irritant to skin, eyes and mucous membranes.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: See Above.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Eyes : Wash thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention.
Skin : Flush with plenty of water.
Inhalation : Obtain medical attention.
Ingestion : Induce vomiting. Call a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
 
SECTION 7 - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:  If in solid form, sweep up and dispose of as below. If in solution form, keep out of water sources and sewers. Absorb spill with sawdust and dispose of as below.
Waste Disposal Method: For small quantities, dissolve in water. Saturate sawdust with solution. Spread in thin layers and let dry in controlled burning area. When dry, carefully burn impregnated sawdust. For large quantities, consult manufacturerer.
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing: Handle and store in a cool, dry fire-resistant building. Perchlorates should be used directly from original containers kept tightly closed when not in use. Do not skid or slide drum. Area must be kept clean to prevent contamination if perchlorates are spilled.
Other Precautions: Nonreturnable drums should be emptied and thoroughly washed out with water before disposal. They constitute a potential fire hazard. Burn or bury plastic liners. Absolutely no smoking, sparks or open flames are permitted.
 
SECTION 8  - Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type) NIOSH - approved respirator or dust mask in confined areas.
Special : None
Ventilation:
Local Exhaust: X (or adequate general ventilation)
Mechanical (General) : If adequate
Other : None
Protective Gloves : NOISH-approved rubber gloves recommended
Eye Protection : Safety glasses with sideshields
Other protective Clothing or Equipment : Wear easily washable synthetic fabric clothing or coveralls, never 100% cotton which becomes highly flammable when contaminated. Wear rubber shoes or boots.

Work / Hygienic Practices : Keep work areas clean. Include the periodic cleaning of any accumulations of dust on pipes, structural members or walkways.  

 

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IDENTITY: A & B Flash Powder ("B")
 
SECTION 1 - General Information
Supplier: Star Light and Magic, Inc.
Address: 218 Jefferson St.
Lexington, KY. 40508

Telephone: (859) 225 - 4478

SECTION 2 - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components(Specific Chemical Identity: Common name(s)) : Aluminum Metal/Powder
OSHA PEL : None
ACGIH TLV : 8-hr TWA*  10 mg/m3
% (optional) : >98
*Current ACGIH (1983) TLV; STEL is 20 mg/m3, Aluminum
pyro powder has an 8-hr TWA of 5 mg/m3. No specific
OSHA PEL ; "nuisance dust" may be applicable.
NOTE: Processing and finishing of aluminum metal can generate respirable particulate, i.e., grinding, buffing. (See also NFPA, NO.65)
 
SECTION 3 - Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point : 2467 C
Specific Gravity (H2O =1) : 2.7
Vapor Pressure : (mm Hg.) : 2080 C, mm Hg ---100
                                                     1284 C, mmHg---1
Melting Point : 660 C
Vapor Density : (AIR=1) : 4.8
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1) : N/A
Solubility in Water : Negligible (less than 0.1%)
Appearance and Odor : Silvery-white odorless metallic powder
 
SECTION 4 - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (method used) : N/A
Flammable Limits : dust cloud explosion*
LEL : >0.04
           oz/ft3
UEL : N/A
Extinguishing Media : Special mixtures of dry chemical; clean, dry sand; mat. Do not use water, CCI4 or helon!
Special Fire Fighting Procedures : Firefighters should wear self contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Move exposed containers from fire area if it can be done without risk. Keep exposed containers cool.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards : When exposed to heat or ignition sources, powdered AL can be a severe fire and explosion hazard. Particle size, coating and dispersion in air determine reactivity. Ring small fires with dry extinguishing material using nonsparking shovels. Do not create dust clouds. Eliminate drafts. Self-extinguishment can result as a hard crust of oxide is formed. At high temperatures molten aluminum can be ignited and burn.
*100% of dust goes through a 44 mm sieve; this dust cloud ignited by a 0.05 J spark.
 
SECTION 5 - Reactivity Data
Stability : stable X
Conditions to Avoid : Moisture, friction, sources of ignition
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid) : Strong acids, caustics, strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, combustible materials, water
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts : Aluminum oxide and nitride form on high temperature reaction with air.
Hazardous Polymerization : Will Not Occur X
Conditions to Avoid : N/A
 
SECTION 6 -  Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of Entry :
Inhalation? None indicated
Skin? None indicated
Ingestion? None indicated
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic) : Aluminum powder can be irritating in the eyes and respiratory  system. Chronic inhalation of massive levels of fine powder reported to cause pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema. It has been proposed that stamped foil powder is fibrogenic while granular powders not.
Carcinogenicity :
NTP? No
ARC Monographs? No
OSHA Regulated? No
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure : Dust may irritate nose and throat
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure : None identified
Emergency and first Aid Procedures :
Eyes: Flush well with water to remove particulate. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin : for cuts, abrasive irritation or thermal burns, obtain medical attention.
Inhalation: remove to fresh air. Obtain medical attention for coughing and breathing difficulty.
Ingestion : Obtain medical attention.
 
SECTION 7 - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to Be taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Shut off ignition sources; no flares, smoking, or flames in area. Do not touch spilled material. Do not put any water on leak or spills. Use clean shovel or conductive, nonsparking scoops and clean soft natural bristle brushes, and place in closed, pressure-vented, dry metal containers. Do not get water into container. Mix dry sand with scrap. Tightly seal.
Waste Disposal Method : Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local environmental regulations.
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing : Store in sealed containers in a dry, low risk area away from sources of heat or ignition, oxidizing agents, combustibles, acids, alkalis, halogens, carbon disulfide and halogenated hydrocarbons. Protect containers from physical damage; exclude moisture and humid air. Use nonsparking tools and equipment. Meet electrical code requirements.
Other Precautions : No smoking
 
SECTION 8 - Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type) : None required w/adequate ventilation. If airborne concentration is high, dust/mist respirator recommended. If respirator capacity is exceeded, a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Special : None
Ventilation :
Local Exhaust : X (and general exhaust) to meet TLV requirements
Other : None
Mechanical (General) : X
Protective Gloves : Proper gloves recommended
Eye Protection : Safety glasses with sideshields recommended
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment : Use tight-weave, non-static generating, protective clothing (no metallic fasteners, cuffs or pockets) and nonsparking safety shoes when working with this powder.
Work/Hygienic Practices : Good housekeeping needed to prevent fine or thin machining residues or dust accumulation. Avoid generation of airborne dust.