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Approved By:
D. Mehls 2/4/97
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Prepared By:
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M. Collis
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Date
2-4-97
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MORGAN ELECTRO CERAMICS
Type: Material
Specification
Title: MSDS for PZT Powder
Initial Release
DCN 9096
DCN 10593
DCN 10926
Revision Record
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
UCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Manufacturer’s Name Emergency Telephone Number
Morgan Electro Ceramics
(440) 232-8600
CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
Address Date Prepared
232 Forbes Road
Bedford, Ohio 44146
February 17, 2006
(Replaces October, 2004 version)
Product Name Trade Names and Synonyms
Piezoelectric Ceramic Powder:
Lead Zirconate Titanate (PZT)
Lead Magnesium Niobate – Lead
Titanate (PMN-PT)
Potential Health Effects:
Rev. C
MEC Grades: PZT-402, PZT-404, PZT-4M, PZT4S, PZT-
5A3, PZT-501, PZT-5H2, PZT-5J1, PZT-5K, PZT-5L, PZT-
502, PZT-508, PZT-701, PZT-702, PZT-801, PZT-8D, PZT-
8M, PMN-PT
SECTION 2—HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Eyes: Can cause mechanical irritation. Particles imbedded in the eyes can cause
inflammation, degeneration of tissue and discoloration.
Skin: Repeated and prolonged exposure can cause irritation and dermatitis,
mostly through mechanical abrasion. The toxic metal constituents are
present as complex mixtures of oxides and are not generally released from
the products or absorbed through skin.
Ingestion: Ingested lead-containing dust can accumulate in the body and cause longterm
damage to the nervous system, the brain and kidneys. Exposure to
Lead has been linked to reproductive disorders and birth defects.
Inhalation: Chronic (long term) exposure to inhalable Lead-containing dusts may
cause health effects similar to that for ingestion. Exposure to dust can
cause respiratory irritation, especially aggravating to pre-existing
conditions and long-term inhalation of dust can result in lung damage.
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SECTION 3—COMPOSITION INFORMATION
Lead Zirconate Titanate or Lead Magnesium Niobate-Lead Titanate.
Rev. C
These materials are complex oxide ceramics. The ceramics contain no discrete elemental
metal or metal oxide components that may become chemically or biologically available
during normal handling and use. The raw materials for these products include hazardous
components. Lead and its compounds make up 70% by weight of the products, nickel and
its compounds up to 5% by weight, and uranium and antimony and their compounds up to
1% by weight.
No specific hazard information is available on the dust that may be generated from these
products during normal handling and use. Therefore, as a precautionary measure, these
products should be treated as if their hazardous components were chemically or biologically
available during normal handling and use. Lead may be leached from these products in
neutral, acidic and alkaline aqueous solutions.
SECTION 4—FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eyes: Flush with water. Seek medical attention if irritation continues.
Skin: If irritation develops, wash exposed area with soap and water. Remove
contaminated clothing and launder before re-use.
Ingestion: No adverse effects requiring first aid are anticipated by this route of exposure
in normal handling and use. However, if symptoms develop or persist, seek
medical attention. In case of an acute ingestion, induce vomiting in a
conscious individual and seek medical attention.
Inhalation: In the case of acute exposure, remove individual to fresh air and seek medical
attention if
symptoms develop or persist.
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SECTION 5—FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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This product is not very combustible, but may burn if exposed to high temperatures.
Flash
Point:
Not applicable. Flammable
Limits:
Not applicable.
Extinguishing Media: Use CO2, sand, dry chemical or water to extinguish.
Rev. C
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use protective clothing and self-contained breathing
apparatus appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Metal Oxide fumes, vapor and/or dust may occur
and are considered toxic and respiratory irritants.
SECTION 6—ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Clean area of spill, returning all material possible to container. Wear gloves, goggles and
an appropriate NIOSH-approved respirator, if airborne concentrations exceed established
exposure limits. Avoid creating, breathing and ingesting airborne dust. Use a vacuum with
a high efficiency filters (HEPA). Do not broom, sweep or use compressed air for cleaning.
SECTION 7—HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and bases. Practice good
housekeeping to avoid the accumulation of dust in the workplace and with the
requirements set forth in the OSHA Lead Standard 29 CFR 1910.1025. Avoid creating and
breathing airborne dust. Use a vacuum with a high efficiency filters (HEPA) if significant
amounts of dust are created. Do not broom, sweep or use compressed air to blow off dust.
Wash hands thoroughly after handling and do not eat or drink in areas where handled.
SECTION 8—EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Before using these products, be familiar with the OSHA Lead Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1025.
Controlling exposures to dust to meet the lead permissible exposure limit (PEL) will ensure
that the PELs for nickel, uranium and antimony will not be exceeded.
MATERIAL CAS NO. OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Lead 7439-92-1 0.05 mg/m 3 0.05 mg/m 3
Zirconium 7440-67-7 5 mg/m 3 5 mg/m 3 TWA, 10 mg/m 3 STEL
Titanium 7440-32-6 None Established None Established
Niobium 7440-03-1 None Established None Established
Strontium 7440-24-6 None Established None Established
Nickel 7440-02-0 1 mg/m 3 1.5 mg/m 3
Barium 7440-39-3 None Established None Established
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MATERIAL CAS NO. OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Lanthanum 7439-91-0 None Established None Established
Iron 7439-89-6 0.5 mg/m 3 0.5 mg/m 3
Uranium 7440-61-1 0.25 mg/m 3 0.2 mg/m 3 TWA, 0.6 mg/m 3 STEL
Antimony 7440-36-0 0.5 mg/m 3 0.5 mg/m 3
Manganese 7439-96-5 1 mg/m 3 0.2 mg/m 3
Yttrium 7440-65-5 1 mg/m 3 1 mg/m 3
Tin 7440-31-5 2 mg/m 3 2 mg/m 3
Ventilation: Provide sufficient general and local exhaust ventilation to maintain
airborne concentrations below established exposure limits.
Respiratory
Protection:
Protective
Clothing:
Use an appropriate NIOSH-approved respirator if airborne
concentrations exceed established exposure limits. Utilization of
respiratory equipment should be in accordance with 29 CFR
1910.1025 and 29 CFR 1910.134
Avoid direct skin contact, wear normal work clothing during product
use and handling. Protective clothing is required if lead exposure
exceeds PEL (see above). Work clothing should be left at work site
and be properly laundered or disposed after use, with the wash
water disposed of in accordance with local, state and federal
regulations. Personal clothing, including shoes should be protected
from contamination.
Eye Protection: Wear chemical/safety glasses with side shields.
SECTION 9—PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Yellow or tan powder Odor: No odor
Melting Point: 1,647 °F
(Approximately)
Vapor Pressure
(mmHg):
10 @ 1,985 °F Percent
Volatile:
Vapor Density: Not applicable Evaporation
Rate:
Solubility in Water: Not applicable Specific
Gravity:
Boiling Point: 2,691 °F
(Approximately)
Not applicable
Not applicable
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SECTION 10—STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable to 500 °C. Do not heat in the presence of strong oxidizers.
Hazardous
Decomposition:
Hazardous
Polymerization:
Rev. C
High temperatures or fire may produce metal oxide fumes, vapor and/or
dust.
Not applicable.
SECTION 11—TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Carcinogenicity: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies Lead Compounds (not
metallic lead) as a Category 2A (probably carcinogenic to humans). The National Toxicology Program (NTP)
classifies Lead/Lead Compounds as reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen based on limited human
evidence and laboratory testing of animals.
SECTION 12—ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Lead has a high acute and chronic toxicity to aquatic life. Lead causes nerve and behavioral effects in animal life
and can bio-accumulate.
SECTION 13—DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
SECTION 14—TRANSPORT INFORMATION
This product is regulated as a hazardous material/dangerous good for transportation purposes by US DOT and
ICAO/IATA. This product is transported as:
Lead compounds, soluble, n.o.s., (Piezoelectric Ceramic Powder), 6.1, UN2291, PG III
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SECTION 15—REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA: Lead/Lead Compounds and nickel are CERCLA Hazardous
Substances, if in a dust form.
Toxic Substances
Control Act (TSCA):
SARA Title III,
Section 313:
All ingredients are listed on the TSCA inventory.
Rev. C
Lead/lead compounds, nickel and antimony are subject to the
reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning
and Community Right-to-Know Act.
OSHA: The control of Lead in general industry is addressed in 29 CFR 1919.1025.
State Regulatory
Information:
No additional information.
SECTION 16—SPECIAL INFORMATION
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of the information contained in this
Material Safety Data Sheet and the information provided is given in good faith. However,
Morgan Electro Ceramics assumes no responsibility as the accuracy of the information
drawn from raw material supplier Material Safety Data Sheets and other sources. No
warranty, expressed or implied, is made. The information contained in this Material Safety
Data Sheet relates to the piezoelectric ceramic powder manufactured and sold by Morgan
Electro Ceramics and to the dust that may be generated in shipping, handling and use.
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