SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Silicon Oxide Nanoparticles / Nanopowder

CAS #: 7631-86-9

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:

Stanford Advanced Materials

E-mail: [email protected]

Tel: (949) 407-8904

Address: 23661 Birtcher Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630 U.S.A.

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 1), H372

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statement(s)

H372

Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary statement(s)

P260

Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ Vapors/ spray.

P264

Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

P270

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P314

Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell.P501

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances

Synonyms: Silicon dioxide

Formula: O2Si

Molecular Weight: 60.08 g/mol

CAS-No.: 7631-86-9

EC-No.: 231-545-4

Hazardous components

Component: Silicon dioxide

Classification: STOT RE1; H372

Concentration: 90-100%

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measures

General advice

Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

Move out of dangerous area.

If inhaled

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a

physician.

In case of skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact

Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

If swallowed

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2)

and/or in section 11

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: no data available

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

silicon oxides

Advice for firefighters

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

Further information

no data available

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing Vapors, mist or gas. Avoid

breathing dust.

For personal protection see section 8.

Environmental precautions

Do not let product enter drains.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed

containers for disposal.

Reference to other sections

For disposal see section 13.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling

Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

For precautions see section 2.2.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Specific end use(s)

Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks

and at the end of workday.

Personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such

as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique

(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of

contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.

Wash and dry hands.

Body Protection

Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous

substances, and to the specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected

according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Respiratory protection

Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use

type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested and approved

under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Control of environmental exposure

Do not let product enter drains.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance

Form: solid

Odor: no data available

Odor Threshold: no data available

pH: no data available

Melting point/freezing point

Melting point/range: > 1,600 °C (> 2,912 °F)

Initial boiling point and boiling range: 2,230 °C (4,046 °F)

Flash point: no data available

EVaporation rate: no data available

Flammability (solid, gas): no data available

Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: no data available

Vapor pressure: no data available

Vapor density: no data available

Relative density: 2.600 g/cm3

Water solubility: insoluble

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: no data available

Auto-ignition temperature: no data available

Decomposition temperature: no data available

Viscosity: no data available

Explosive properties: no data available

Oxidizing properties: no data available

Other safety information: no data available

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity: no data available

Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions: no data available

Conditions to avoid: no data available

Incompatible materials

Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products

In the event of fire: see section 5

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

LD50 Oral - rat - 3,160 mg/kg

Inhalation: no data available

Dermal:

no data available

no data available

Skin corrosion/irritation: no data available

Serious eye damage/eye irritation: no data availableRespiratory or skin sensitisation: no data available

Germ cell mutagenicity

rat

Unscheduled DNA synthesis

Carcinogenicity

Carcinogenicity - rat - Inhalation

Tumorigenic:Carcinogenic by RTECS criteria. Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Tumors.

This product is or contains a component that is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity based on its

IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or EPA classification.

IARC: 3 - Group 3: Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Silicon dioxide)

ACGIH:

No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a

carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.

NTP:

No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a known

or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.

OSHA:

No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a

carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.

Reproductive toxicity

no data available

no data available

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: no data available

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: no data available

The substance or mixture is classified as specific target organ toxicant, repeated exposure, category

1.

Aspiration hazard: no data available

Additional Information

RTECS: Not available

To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been

thoroughly investigated.

Stomach - Irregularities - Based on Human Evidence

Stomach - Irregularities - Based on Human Evidence

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity

no data available

Persistence and degradability: no data available

Bioaccumulative potential: no data available

Mobility in soil: no data available

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted

Other adverse effects: no data available

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods

Product

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.

Contaminated packagingDispose of as unused product.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT (US)

Not dangerous goods

IMDG

Not dangerous goods

IATA

Not dangerous goods

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

SARA 302

Components

SARA 302: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III,

Section 302.

SARA 313

Components

SARA 313: This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that

exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.

SARA 311/312

Hazards

Chronic Health Hazard

Massachusetts Right To Know

Components

Silicon dioxide

CAS-No.: 7631-86-9

Revision Date: 1993-04-24

Pennsylvania Right To Know Components

Silicon dioxide

CAS-No.:7631-86-9

Revision Date: 1993-04-24

New Jersey Right To Know Components

Silicon dioxide

CAS-No.: 7631-86-9

Revision Date: 1993-04-24

California Prop. 65

Components

This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth

defects, or any other reproductive harm

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is

believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The

information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the

product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the

properties of the product.