ZINC OXIDE, DUST & FUME†

Chemical Identification

CAS # 1314-13-2
Formula

ZnO

Synonyms

zinc peroxide

Physical Properties

Physical description White, odorless solid.
Boiling point Molecular weight 81.4
Freezing point/melting point 3587°F Vapor pressure 0 mmHg (approx)
Flash point Vapor density
Specific gravity 5.61 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.) 2610 2610 Z102 (total) [request analyte codes 9135 & Z102], Z103 (resp); [request analyte codes 9130 & Z103]
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] Tared low-ash 37 mm PVC filter, 5 microns [SLTC108]
Sampling time*

240-480 min

240-480 min

240-480 min

Sampling volume (TWA)*

480-960 L

480-960 L

960 L (total); 816 L (resp)

Sampling flow rate (TWA)*

2 L/min

2 L/min

2 L/min (total); 1.7 L/min ±5% (resp)

Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*

408-960 L (total); 408-816 L (resp)

Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*

2 L/min (total); 1.7 L/min ±5% (resp)

Analytical method instruments ICP ICP-MS Gravimetric
Method reference OSHA ID-125G (fully validated) OSHA ID-206 (fully validated) OSHA PV2121 (partially validated)
Notes

Results will be reported from the elemental analysis for the element only; the stated identity of the actual sample contents is based on the assumption that the material sampled is as identified by the compliance officer using available documentation of materials and processes. An elemental result provided may be converted to the desired compound by multiplying the result by the appropriate stoichiometric factor.

A 91B report specific to the compound (including the stoichiometric conversion) may by be provided upon request by contacting the laboratory. The stoichiometric factor for zinc oxide from zinc is 1.245. 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 will be reported from the elemental analysis for the element only; the stated identity of the actual sample contents is based on the assumption that the material sampled is as identified by the compliance officer using available documentation of materials and processes. An elemental result provided may be converted to the desired compound by multiplying the result by the appropriate stoichiometric factor.

A 91B report specific to the compound (including the stoichiometric conversion) may by be provided upon request by contacting the laboratory. The stoichiometric factor for zinc oxide from zinc is 1.245. The physical form of a sample (dust, mist, or fume) is identified by the compliance officer using available documentation of materials and processes.

Samples collected for this compound are first analyzed gravimetrically. If the gravimetric result of a sample yields a concentration below the permissible exposure limit (PEL), the Salt Lake Technical Center will report the calculated air concentration for the requested compound solely from the gravimetric result, qualified as less than or equal to the gravimetric result; no further work on the sample will be performed. If the gravimetric result indicates an air concentration greater than the PEL, the sample will proceed for elemental analysis. Results will be reported from the elemental analysis for the element only; the stated identity of the actual sample contents is based on the assumption that the material sampled is as identified by the compliance officer using available documentation of materials and processes.

An elemental result provided may be converted to the desired compound by multiplying the result by the appropriate stoichiometric factor. A 91B report specific to the compound (including the stoichiometric conversion) may by be provided upon request by contacting the laboratory. The stoichiometric factor for zinc oxide from zinc is 1.245. The standard applies to the Respirable Fraction for Z103. These samples must be collected with a Dorr-Oliver cyclone. 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.

FOR TOTAL DUST SAMPLES, DO NOT USE A CYCLONE!!

For respirable samples, media must be preceded by a 10 mm nylon Dorr-Oliver cyclone.

* 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

Contact SLTC for information. Zinc is not reported for Ghost Wipes.

Bulk Method

This analysis is for the metal component of this analyte only. The conversion back to the analyte is a mathematical one assuming all metal present is from the analyte source. Request using analyte code Z100.

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

5 mg/m³

REL-TWA

5 mg/m³

TLV-TWA

2 mg/m³ (respirable particulate matter) [2001]

PEL-TWA

5 mg/m³

PEL-STEL REL-STEL

10 mg/m³

TLV-STEL

10 mg/m³ (respirable particulate matter) [2001]

PEL-STEL

10 mg/m³

PEL-C REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Notes:

The OSHA PEL listed is for ZnO Fume. For dusts, the PEL is 15 mg/m³ (total) and 5 mg/m³ (resp). See 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1.

Notes:

NIOSH REL listed is for ZnO fume. For dusts, the REL TWA is 5 mg/m³, and the ceiling value (C) is 15 mg/m³.

Notes: Notes:

For zinc oxide dust, see Particulates not otherwise regulated.

Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH

500 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