NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards

Cellulose

CAS 9004-34-6

(C6H10O5)n

RTECS FJ5691460
Synonyms & Trade Names
Hydroxycellulose, Pyrocellulose
DOT ID & Guide

Exposure
Limits

NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX Conversion
Physical Description
Odorless, white substance. [Note: The principal fiber cell wall material of vegetable tissues (wood, cotton, flax, grass, etc.).]
MW: 160,000-560,000
BP: Decomposes
MLT: 500-518°F (Decomposes)
Sol: Insoluble
VP: 0 mmHg (approx)
IP: NA

Sp.Gr: 1.27-1.61
Fl.P: NA
UEL: NA
LEL: NA

Combustible Solid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Water, bromine pentafluoride, sodium nitrate, fluorine, strong oxidizers
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500, 0600, 7404
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation

First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash
Breathing: Fresh air

Important additional information about respirator selection
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system
See also: INTRODUCTION