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RTECS GF8281000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names Anthracite coal dust, Bituminous coal dust, Lignite coal dust |
DOT ID & Guide 1361 133 |
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Exposure Limits |
NIOSH REL: See Appendix D | ||
| OSHA PEL†: TWA 2.4 mg/m3 (<5% SiO2) TWA 10 mg/m3/(%SiO2 + 2) (>5% SiO2) | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion | ||
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Physical Description Dark-brown to black solid dispersed in air. |
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Properties vary depending upon the specific coal type. |
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| Combustible Solid; slightly explosive when exposed to flame. | |||
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities None reported |
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Measurement Methods NIOSH 0600, 7500 See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
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Personal Protection & Sanitation Skin: No recommendation Eyes: No recommendation Wash skin: No recommendation Remove: No recommendation Change: No recommendation |
First Aid (See procedures) Breathing: Fresh air |
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations To be added later |
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| Exposure Routes inhalation | |
| Symptoms Chronic bronchitis, decreased pulmonary function, emphysema | |
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Target Organs
respiratory system |
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| See also: INTRODUCTION |