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Emery |
CAS 1302-74-5 (corundum) | ||
Al2O3 |
RTECS GN0231000 (corundum) | ||
Synonyms & Trade Names Aluminum oxide, Aluminum trioxide, Corundum, Impure corundum, Natural aluminum oxide [Note: Emery is an impure variety of Al2O3 which may contain small impurities of iron, magnesium & silica Corundum is natural Al2O
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: See Appendix D | ||
OSHA PEL†: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) | |||
IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion |
Physical Description Odorless, white, crystalline powder. |
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See alpha-Alumina for physical & chemical properties. |
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Measurement Methods NIOSH 0500, 0600 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 Breathing: Fresh air Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system | |
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
See also: INTRODUCTION |