beryllium

CAS7440-41-7

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Identification

CAS Number: 7440-41-7
EC Number: 231-150-7
UN Number: 1567
Index Number: 004-001-00-7
PubChem CID: 5460467

Physical-chemical properties

Molecular Formula: Be
Molar Mass: 9.01 g/mol
IUPAC Name: beryllium

Chemical Identifiers

InChI: InChI=1S/Be
InChI Key: ATBAMAFKBVZNFJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Overview

beryllium (CAS: 7440-41-7) is a chemical compound widely used in industry. The molecular formula is Be. The molar mass is 9.01 g/mol.

Safety & Classification

Danger

Classification:

Carc. 1B; Acute Tox. 2 *; Acute Tox. 3 *; STOT SE 3; STOT RE 1; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; Skin...

GHS Pictograms

Health Hazard

GHS08

Serious health hazard. May cause cancer, organ damage, or genetic defects.

Skull and Crossbones

GHS06

Acute toxicity. Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin, or if inhaled.

HHazard Statements (H-Statements)

Describe the nature and severity of the hazard

H330

Fatal if inhaled.

H301

Toxic if swallowed.

H335

May cause respiratory irritation.

H372

Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

H315

Causes skin irritation.

H319

Causes serious eye irritation.

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Classification according to CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. The complete list of hazard and precautionary statements can be found in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

First Aid Measures

Inhalation

Fatal

Measures if vapours or dust are inhaled

First Aid Actions

+P304IF INHALED:
+P340Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
+P311Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

Related hazard statements:

H330 H335

Skin Contact

Irritant

Measures if substance contacts the skin

First Aid Actions

+P302IF ON SKIN:
+P352Wash with plenty of water.
+P361Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
+P313Get medical advice/attention.

Related hazard statements:

H315 H317

Eye Contact

Irritant

Measures if substance gets into the eyes

First Aid Actions

+P305IF IN EYES:
+P351Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
+P338Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
+P313Get medical advice/attention.

Related hazard statements:

H319

Ingestion

Toxic

Measures if substance is accidentally swallowed

First Aid Actions

+P301IF SWALLOWED:
+P330Rinse mouth.
+P331Do NOT induce vomiting.
+P310Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

Related hazard statements:

H301

General Measures

Emergency 112 | Poison Control: +49 30 19240 (DE), +33 1 45 42 59 59 (FR), +31 30 274 88 88 (NL)

First aid measures are based on CLP classification and associated P-statements. They do not replace the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). In case of emergency, always consult the full SDS and a physician.

Transport (ADR)

UN Number	1567
ADR Class	6.1
Packing Group	II
Tunnel Code	D/E
Proper Shipping Name	Beryllium-Pulver
Marine Pollutant	No

Frequently Asked Questions

What is beryllium?

beryllium (CAS 7440-41-7) is a chemical substance with the formula Be used in various industrial applications.

What are the properties of beryllium?

beryllium has a molar mass of 9.01 g/mol. It is classified as Carc. 1B; Acute Tox. 2 *; Acute Tox. 3 *; STOT SE 3; STOT RE 1; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; Skin.... See the technical data above for more details.

How to store beryllium safely?

beryllium should be stored according to the Safety Data Sheet instructions. Follow the GHS labeling and keep the substance in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.

Is beryllium dangerous?

beryllium carries the signal word "Danger". 2 GHS pictograms apply. Always follow the safety instructions in the data sheet.

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