Label abbreviations descriptions

COPPER, FUME (as Cu)†

Chemical Identification
CAS # 7440-50-8 (copper); 1317-38-0 (copper oxide)
Formula

Cu
Synonyms

copper metal dusts; copper metal fume; black copper oxide fume; copper monoxide fume; copper(II) oxide fume; cupric oxide fume

Physical Properties
Physical description Reddish, lustrous, malleable, odorless solid.
Boiling point 4703°F Molecular weight 63.5
Freezing point/melting point 1981°F Vapor pressure 0 mmHg (approx)
Flash point Vapor density
Specific gravity 8.94 Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.) 0731 See 0730
Sampling group METALSSG-2 METALSSG-3
Sampler/Sampling media Pre-assembled cassette with mixed cellulose ester filter (MCEF) 0.8 micron (25 or 37 mm) [MAWP025A0 or MAWP037A0] Mixed cellulose ester filter (MCEF) 0.8 micron (37 mm) and filter spacer with Na₂CO₃ impregnated backup pad, in a 3-piece cassette [SKC 225-9001]
Sampling time*

240-480 min

240-480 min
Sampling volume (TWA)*

480-960 L

480-960 L
Sampling flow rate (TWA)*

2 L/min

2 L/min
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments ICP ICP-MS
Method reference OSHA ID-125G (fully validated) OSHA ID-206 (fully validated)
Notes

Results are provided for the presence and amount or concentration of a specific element or elements. The stated identity of the actual sample contents (such as a specific form or compound) is based on the assumption that the material sampled is as identified by the compliance officer using available documentation of materials and processes.

The physical form of a sample (dust, mist, or fume) is identified by the compliance officer using available documentation of materials and processes.

Smaller filters recommended for sampling inside welding hoods.

Results are provided for the presence and amount or concentration of a specific element or elements. The stated identity of the actual sample contents (such as a specific form or compound) is based on the assumption that the material sampled is as identified by the compliance officer using available documentation of materials and processes.

The physical form of a sample (dust, mist, or fume) is identified by the compliance officer using available documentation of materials and processes.
Special requirements

For the entire suite of analytes listed in METALSSG-2, request analyte code 2587.

For the entire suite of analytes listed in METALSSG-3, which may be found during soldering and brazing operations, request analyte code S131.

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media

See sampling group information for media.
Bulk Method

Available

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits
OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA

0.1 mg/m³ (fume)

 REL-TWA

0.1 mg/m³ (fume)

 TLV-TWA

0.2 mg/m³ (fume) [1990]

 PEL-TWA

0.1 mg/m³ (copper metal fume)
PEL-STEL REL-STEL TLV-STEL PEL-STEL
PEL-C REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

N

 Skin notation

N

 Skin notation

N

 Skin notation

N
Notes:

See 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1.

 Notes: Notes: Notes:
Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH

100 mg/m³
Carcinogenic classifications: Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

Last Updated Date : 06/14/2023