Titanium dioxide safety data

GHS hazards, precautions, first aid, handling and transport for Titanium dioxide. A classification summary, not a safety data sheet.

CAS 13463-67-7Formula O₂Ti

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

GHS classification

Pictograms, signal word and hazard classes of the GHS classification

Serious health hazard

Signal word

Warning

Hazard classes and categories

Carc. 2

Hazard statements

H codes grouped by type. Percentages show the share of classification notifications that report the statement

Health hazards

H351Suspected of causing cancer.

Precautionary statements

P codes for prevention, response, storage and disposal

Prevention

P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.

Response

P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.

Storage

P405Store locked up.

Disposal

P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

First aid

General first aid measures. Get medical advice if you feel unwell

If inhaled

IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area, take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used, if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

Skin contact

IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

Eye contact

First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

If swallowed

DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital.

Handling, storage and disposal

Summaries only, follow the supplier SDS for your grade

Safe handling

General: PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!

Inhalation: Avoid inhalation of dust.

Skin: Protective gloves.

Eyes: Wear safety spectacles.

Ingestion: Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.

Storage

Store in covered containers.

Disposal

SRP: Wastewater from contaminant suppression, cleaning of protective clothing/equipment, or contaminated sites should be contained and evaluated for subject chemical or decomposition product concentrations. Concentrations shall be lower than applicable environmental discharge or disposal criteria. Alternatively, pretreatment and/or discharge to a permitted wastewater treatment facility is acceptable only after review by the governing authority and assurance that "pass through" violations will not occur. Due consideration shall be given to remediation worker exposure (inhalation, dermal and ingestion) as well as fate during treatment, transfer and disposal.

Exposure limits and toxicity

Occupational exposure limits and toxicity data

OSHA PEL, 8-hour TWA: 15 mg/m³ (total dust)
ACGIH TLV, 8-hour TWA: Nanoscale particles: 0.2 mg/m3(respirable particulate matter)Finescale particles: 2.5 mg/m3(respirable particulate matter)
IDLH: 5000 mg/m3 (potential occupational carcinogen)

Long-term exposure: Lungs may be affected by repeated or prolongated exposure. This may result in chronic inflammation. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans if inhaled.

Supplier safety data sheets

SDS documents uploaded by suppliers who list this chemical

No supplier has uploaded an SDS for Titanium dioxide yet. Suppliers usually send one with their quote. Request quotes

Safety questions

Quick answers about handling Titanium dioxide safely

Is Titanium dioxide hazardous?

Titanium dioxide carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: suspected of causing cancer. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

Which GHS pictograms apply to Titanium dioxide?

The GHS classification of Titanium dioxide shows 1 pictogram: GHS08 (serious health hazard).

How should Titanium dioxide be stored?

Store in covered containers.

Where can I get the SDS for Titanium dioxide?

Ask the supplier for the safety data sheet of the exact grade you buy. Suppliers on CompoundList can attach their SDS to listings and send it with a quote. This page is a GHS classification summary, not an SDS.

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