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SIGMA-ALDRICH sigma-aldrich.com SAFETY DATA SHEET Version 4.6 Revision Date 08/10/2015 Print Date 11/10/2018
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
1.1 Product identifiers
Product name : Gadolinium, chips, 99.9% trace rare earth metals basis
Product Number : 263087 Brand : Aldrich
CAS-No. : 7440-54-2
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company : Sigma-Aldrich 3050 Spruce Street SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 USA
Telephone : +1 800-325-5832 Fax : +1 800-325-5052
1.4 Emergency telephone number
Emergency Phone # : +1-703-527-3887 (CHEMTREC)
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Substances and mixtures, which in contact with water, emit flammable gases (Category 3), H261
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Signal word Warning
Hazard statement(s) H261 In contact with water releases flammable gases.
Precautionary statement(s) P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS - none
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