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Zinc stearate | CAS 557-05-1 | ||
Zn(C18H35O2)2 | RTECS ZH5200000 | ||
Synonyms & Trade Names Dibasic zinc stearate, Zinc salt of stearic acid, Zinc distearate |
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. | Conversion |
Physical Description Soft, white powder with a slight, characteristic odor. |
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MW: 632.4 |
BP: ? |
MLT: 266°F |
Sol: Insoluble |
VP: 0 mmHg (approx) |
IP: NA |
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Sp.Gr: 1.10 |
Fl.P(oc): 530°F |
UEL: ? |
LEL: ? |
MEC: 20 g/m3 |
Combustible Solid | |||
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Oxidizers, dilute acids [Note: Hydrophobic (i.e., repels water).] |
Measurement Methods NIOSH 0500, 0600 |
Personal Protection & Sanitation 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 Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations To be added later | |
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, upper respiratory system; cough | |
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
See also: INTRODUCTION |