NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards

Aluminum (pyro powders and welding fumes, as Al) CAS

RTECS
Synonyms & Trade Names
Synonyms vary depending upon the specific aluminum compound.
DOT ID & Guide
1383 135 (powder, pyrophoric)
Exposure
Limits
NIOSH REL: TWA 5 mg/m3
OSHA PEL�: none
IDLH N.D. Conversion
Physical Description
Appearance and odor vary depending upon the specific aluminum compound.
Properties vary depending upon the specific aluminum compound.











Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Varies
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 7300
Personal Protection & Sanitation
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation

First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations To be added later
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms Irritation skin, respiratory system; pulmonary fibrosis
Target Organs Skin, respiratory system
See also: INTRODUCTION