Gadolinium Boride Powder SDS

Gadolinium Boride Powder

US Research Nanomaterials, Inc. www.us-nano.com

SAFETY DATA SHEET

Revised Date 4/25/2022

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

1.1 Product identifiers

Product name: Gadolinium Boride Powder

Product Number : US8329

CAS#: 12008-06-9

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Identified uses : Research, synthesis of nanomaterial dispersions, Laboratory chemicals

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company: US Research Nanomaterials, Inc. 3302 Twig Leaf Lane

Houston, TX 77084

USA

Telephone: +1 832-460-3661 Fax: +1 281-492-8628

1.4 Emergency telephone number

Emergency Phone # : (832) 359-7887

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)

Eye irritation (Category 2A), H319

2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

Pictogram

Signal word Warning

Hazard Statement(s)

H315 Causes skin irritation

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statement(s)

P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P305+P351+P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautious with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS

None

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1 Substances

Formula : GdB6

EC No.: 234-530-0

Molecular weight : 222.12 g/mol

Hazardous components

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of first aid measures

General advice

Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician. In case of skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact

Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

If swallowed

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labeling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

no data available

5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

No data available

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

5.4 Further information

Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation.

For personal protection see section 8.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Sweep up and shovel. Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wetbrushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see

section 13). Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

6.4 Reference to other sections

For disposal see section 13.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist.

Use explosion-proof equipment. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Take measures to prevent the buildup of electrostatic charge.

For precautions see section 2.2.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Handle and store under inert gas. Air-, heat-, and moisture-sensitive. Keep in a dry place.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Control parameters

Components with workplace control parameters

Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values

8.2 Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at

the end of workday.

Personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.

Body Protection

Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Control of environmental exposure

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

a) Appearance: Form: solid

b) Odor: No data available

c) Odor Threshold: no data available

d) pH: no data available

e) Melting point/freezing point: Melting point/range: no data available

f) Initial boiling point and boiling range: no data available

g) Flash point: No data available

h) Evaporation rate: no data available

i) Flammability (solid, gas): no data available

j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available

k) Vapor pressure: No data available

l) Vapor density: no data available

m) Relative density: no data available

n) Water solubility: no data available

o) Partition coefficient - noctanol/water: No data available

p) Auto-ignition temperature: No data available

q) Decomposition temperature: no data available

r) Viscosity: no data available

s) Explosive properties: no data available

t) Oxidizing properties: no data available

9.2 Other safety information

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1 Reactivity

no data available

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

No data available

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Exposure to moisture Heat, flames and sparks. Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Acids, Oxygen, Strong oxidizing agents, Halogens, Phosphorus

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

No data available

In the event of fire: see section 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

no data available

Dermal: No data available

No data available

Skin corrosion/irritation

No data available

Serious eye damage/eye irritation No data available

Respiratory or skin sensitization

No data available

Germ cell mutagenicity

No data available

Carcinogenicity

no data available

Reproductive toxicity

No data available

Aspiration hazard

No data available

Additional Information

no data available

12.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 12.1 Toxicity

no data available

12.2 Persistence and degradability

No data available

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

No data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

no data available

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted

12.6 Other adverse effects

no data available

13.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product

no data available

Contaminated packaging

Dispose of as unused product.

14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION DOT (US)

Poison Inhalation Hazard: No

IMDG

no data available

15.REGULATORY INFORMATION

SARA 302 Components

SARA 302: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.

SARA 313 Components

SARA 313: This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313. SARA 311/312 Hazards

No SARA Hazards

16.OTHER INFORMATION

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.

Further information

The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product.

Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them, and should make independent judgment of suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the health and safety of employees. This information is furnished without warranty, and any use of the product not in conformance with this Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product or process, is the responsibility of the user.