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91053-39-3

Name DIATOMACEOUS EARTH
CAS 91053-39-3
EINECS(EC#) 293-303-4
Molecular Formula O2Si
MDL Number MFCD00132803
Molecular Weight 60.084

Chemical Properties

Melting point  >300°C
density  0.47 g/cm3 (loose weight)(lit.)
storage temp.  Room Temperature
form  rod (1/8")
color  965
Odor Odorless
PH 7.0-8.0 (25℃, 10% in aq. suspension)
PH Range 5 - 9
Water Solubility  Insoluble in water.
Uses
In purified form, diatomaceous earth is used for powders and as an abrasive agent in peeling formulations. If improperly formulated, it may be too abrasive as a peeling agent. Diatomaceous earth is a fine-grain, almost white powder consisting mostly of amorphous silicic that is obtained by crushing the silicic acid structures of mono-cellular sea algae.
EPA Substance Registry System Kieselguhr, calcined (91053-39-3)

Safety Data

Hazard Codes  T,Xn,Xi
Risk Statements 
Safety Statements 
WGK Germany  2
RTECS  VV7311000
HS Code  28112290

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