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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.
Specific Activity ≤1EU/g (endotoxin)
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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