ZINC OXIDE, DUST & FUME†
CAS # | 1314-13-2 |
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Formula |
ZnO |
Synonyms |
zinc peroxide |
Physical description | White, odorless solid. | ||
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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 |
Analyte code (IMIS no.) | 2610 | 2610 | Z102 (total) [request analyte codes 9135 & Z102], Z103 (resp); [request analyte codes 9130 & Z103] |
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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) |
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Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)* | 2 L/min (total); 1.7 L/min ±5% (resp) |
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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.
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media | Contact SLTC for information. Zinc is not reported for Ghost Wipes. |
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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. |
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Model/Type | |||||
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions) |
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 |
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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 |
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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. |
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Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem. | IDLH |
500 mg/m³ |
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Carcinogenic classifications: | Notes: | ||||||
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3: |
Additional Resources and Literature References
NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Zinc oxide, crude NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Zinc oxide Literature References
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Last Updated Date : 06/14/2023