SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Zirconium Carbonate Oxide
Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. ZR-CBOX-01-P
CAS #: 12671-00-0
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351
Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
The substance is not classified as hazardous to health or the environment according to the CLP regulation.
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC N/A
Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment: No data available
Other hazards that do not result in classification No data available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 N/A
Hazard pictograms N/A
Signal word N/A
Hazard statements N/A
2.3 Other hazards
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT: N/A
vPvB: N/A
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Substances
CAS# Designation:
12671-00-0 Zirconium carbonate, basic
Additional information: Zirconium is routinely found with a low level of hafnium since separation of the two elements is difficult.
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of first aid measures
If inhaled:
Supply patient with fresh air. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if symptoms persist.
Seek immediate medical advice.
In case of skin contact:
Instantly wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Seek immediate medical advice.
In case of eye contact:
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult doctor.
If swallowed:
Seek medical treatment.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
No data available
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
No data available
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing agents CO2, extinguishing powder or water jet. Fight larger fires with water jet or alcohol-resistant foam.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released:
Carbon monoxide (CO)
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Wear full protective suit.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Ensure adequate ventilation
6.2 Environmental precautions: Do not allow material to be released to the environment without official permits.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleanup: Collect mechanically.
Prevention of secondary hazards: No special measures required.
6.4 Reference to other sections
See Section 7 for information on safe handling
See section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for information on disposal.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Keep containers tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.
Information about protection against explosions and fires: No data available
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers: No special requirements.
Information about storage in one common storage facility: No data available
Further information about storage conditions:
Keep container tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry conditions in well-sealed containers.
7.3 Specific end use(s) No data available
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Additional information about design of technical systems:
Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.
8.1 Control parameters
Components with critical values that require monitoring at the workplace:
Zirconium and compounds, as Zr
mg/m3
ACGIH TLV 5; 10-STEL
Austria MAK 5
Denmark TWA 5
Finland TWA 5
Hungary 5-STEL
Korea TLV 5
Poland TWA 5; 10-STEL
Russia 5-STEL
OSHA PEL 5
Additional information: No data
8.2 Exposure controls
Personal protective equipment
General protective and hygienic measures
The usual precautionary measures should be adhered to in handling the chemicals.
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and food.
Instantly remove any soiled and impregnated garments.
Wash hands during breaks and at the end of the work.
Maintain an ergonomically appropriate working environment.
Breathing equipment: Use breathing protection with high concentrations.
Protection of hands:
Inspect gloves prior to use.
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Material of gloves Impervious gloves
Eye protection: Safety glasses
Body protection: Protective work clothing.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance:
Form: Powder
Colour: White
Smell: Odorless
Odor threshold: No data available.
pH: N/A
Melting point/Melting range: No data available
Boiling point/Boiling range: No data available
Sublimation temperature / start: No data available
Flash point: N/A
Inflammability (solid, gas) Product is not inflammable.
Ignition temperature: No data available
Decomposition temperature: No data available
Self-inflammability: No data available.
Danger of explosion: Product is not explosive.
Critical values for explosion:
Lower: No data available
Upper: No data available
Steam pressure: N/A
Density No data available
Relative density No data available.
Vapor density N/A
Evaporation rate N/A
Solubility in / Miscibility with
Water: Insoluble
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): No data available.
Viscosity:
Dynamic: N/A
Kinematic: N/A
9.2 Other information No data available
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Reactivity No data available
10.2 Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known
10.4 Conditions to avoid No data available
10.5 Incompatible materials: No data available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products:
Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
Metal oxide
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity: No effects known.
LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification: No data
Skin irritation or corrosion: May cause irritation
Eye irritation or corrosion: May cause irritation
Sensitization: No sensitizing effect known.
Germ cell mutagenicity: No effects known.
Carcinogenicity:
ACGIH A4: Not classifiable as a human carcinogen: Inadequate data on which to classify the agent in terms of its carcinogenicity in humans and/or animals.
Reproductive toxicity: No effects known.
Specific target organ system toxicity - repeated exposure: No effects known.
Specific target organ system toxicity - single exposure: No effects known.
Aspiration hazard: No effects known.
Subacute to chronic toxicity: No effects known.
Additional toxicological information: To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully known.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1 Toxicity
Aquatic toxicity: No data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability No data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential No data available
12.4 Mobility in soil No data available
Additional ecological information:
Do not allow material to be released to the environment without official permits.
Generally not hazardous for water.
Avoid transfer into the environment.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT: N/A
vPvB: N/A
12.6 Other adverse effects No data available
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Recommendation
Hand over to disposers of hazardous waste.
Must be specially treated under adherence to official regulations.
Consult official regulations for proper disposal.
Uncleaned packagings:
Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN-Number
ADR, IMDG, IATA None
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR, IMDG, IATA None
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR, IMDG, IATA
Class None
Packing group
ADR, IMDG, IATA None
14.5 Environmental hazards: N/A
14.6 Special precautions for user N/A
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC
Code N/A
Transport/Additional information: Not dangerous according to the above specifications.
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances Substance is not listed.
Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons Substance is not listed.
National regulations
Information about limitation of use: For use only by technically qualified individuals.
Water hazard class: Generally not hazardous for water.
Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulations
ELINCS (European List of Notified Chemical Substances) Substance is not listed.
Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) according to the REACH Regulations (EC) No. 1907/2006. Substance is not listed.
The conditions of restrictions according to Article 67 and Annex XVII of the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) for the manufacturing, placing on
the market and use must be observed.
Substance is not listed.
Annex XIV of the REACH Regulations (requiring Authorisation for use) Substance is not listed.
15.2 Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.
The number of electrons in each of Zirconium's shells is 2, 8, 18, 10, 2 and its electron configuration is [Kr]4d2 5s2. The zirconium atom has a radius of 160 pm and a Van der Waals radius of 186 pm. Zirconium was discovered by Martin Heinrich Klaproth in 1789 and first isolated by Jöns Jakob Berzelius in 1824. In its elemental form, zirconium has a silvery white appearance that is similar to titanium. Zirconium's principal mineral is zircon (zirconium silicate). 
Zirconium is commercially produced as a byproduct of titanium and tin mining and has many applications as a opacifier and a refractory material. It is not found in nature as a free element. The name of zirconium comes from the mineral zircon, the most important source of zirconium, and from the Persian wordzargun, meaning gold-like.
