Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Trisodium hexafluoroaluminate(13775-53-6)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
Trisodium hexafluoroaluminate
Synonyms
Sodium aluminum fluoride
Synthetic cryolite
Trisodium aluminum hexafluoride
CAS
13775-53-6
Formula
AlF6Na3
Molecular Weight
209.95
EINECS
237-410-6
RTECS
BD0075000
RTECS Class
Other
Beilstein/Gmelin
107552 (G)
EC Index Number
009-016-00-2

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colorless monoclinic crystals, transition to cubic at 560 <sup>o</sup>C
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
977
Density
2.948 g/cm3 (19 C)
Usage
In the production of insecticides, in the glass and enamel industries, and electrolytic manufacture of aluminium.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
Eyes
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep tightly closed.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
Harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Skin
May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed.
Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
EC Risk Phrase
20/22 48/23/25 51/53
EC Safety Phrase
22 37 45 61
UN (DOT)
3077

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.
Respirators
Government approved respirator.
Exposure Effects
Toxic. Dangerous for the environment. Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse e

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Extinguish using Dry chemical powder. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Fire Potential
May burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong bases.
Decomposition
Hydrogen fluoride.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
3077
Hazard Class
9
Packing Group
III
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