Gadolinium foil | SDS | CAS 7440-54-2 | Alfa-Aesar | English | 04/10/2017 · Version 1

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1 Identification

Product identifier Product name: Gadolinium foil

Stock number: 00115 CAS Number: 7440-54-2 EC number: 231-162-2 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Manufacturer/Supplier: Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. 30 Bond Street Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099 Tel: 800-343-0660 Fax: 800-322-4757 Email: tech@alfa.com www.alfa.com Information Department: Health, Safety and Environmental Department Emergency telephone number: During normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST), call (800) 343-0660. After normal business hours, call Carechem 24 at (866) 928-0789.

2 Hazard(s) identification

Classification of the substance or mixture in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)

GHS02 Flame

Flam. Sol. 1 H228 Flammable solid. Water-react. 1 H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously. Hazards not otherwise classified No information known. Label elements GHS label elements The product is classified and labeled in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Hazard pictograms

GHS02

Signal word Danger Hazard statements H228 Flammable solid. H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously. Precautionary statements P223 Do not allow contact with water. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P231+P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. WHMIS classification B4 - Flammable solid B6 - Reactive flammable material

Classification system HMIS ratings (scale 0-4) (Hazardous Materials Identification System) HEALTH 1 Health (acute effects) = 1 FIRE 3 Flammability = 3 REACTIVITY 2 Physical Hazard = 2 Other hazards Results of PBT and vPvB assessment PBT: Not applicable. vPvB: Not applicable.

3 Composition/information on ingredients

Chemical characterization: Substances CAS# Description: 7440-54-2 Gadolinium Concentration: ื100% Identification number(s): EC number: 231-162-2

4 First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures After inhalation Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice. After skin contact Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice. (Contd. on page 2) USA

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(Contd. of page 1) After eye contact Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor. After swallowing Seek medical treatment. Information for doctor Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed No further relevant information available. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No further relevant information available.

5 Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing agents Special powder for metal fires. Do not use water. For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents Water Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Gadolinium oxide Advice for firefighters Protective equipment: Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

6 Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation Keep away from ignition sources Environmental precautions: Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Keep away from ignition sources. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents Prevention of secondary hazards: Keep away from ignition sources. Reference to other sections See Section 7 for information on safe handling See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. See Section 13 for disposal information. Protective Action Criteria for Chemicals PAC-1: 30 mg/m3 PAC-2: 330 mg/m3 PAC-3: 2,000 mg/m3

7 Handling and storage

Handling Precautions for safe handling Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace. Information about protection against explosions and fires: Protect against electrostatic charges. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Store in a cool location. Information about storage in one common storage facility: Do not store together with oxidizing and acidic materials. Store away from air. Store away from water/moisture. Do not store together with acids. Store away from strong bases. Further information about storage conditions: Store under dry inert gas. This product is moisture sensitive. This product is air sensitive. Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Protect from humidity and water. Specific end use(s) No further relevant information available.

8 Exposure controls/personal protection

Additional information about design of technical systems: Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute. Control parameters Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be monitored at the workplace. Additional information: No data Exposure controls Personal protective equipment General protective and hygienic measures The usual precautionary measures for handling chemicals should be followed. Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Remove all soiled and contaminated clothing immediately. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Maintain an ergonomically appropriate working environment. Breathing equipment: Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Protection of hands: Impervious gloves Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined Eye protection: Full face protection Safety glasses with side shields / NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU) (Contd. on page 3) USA

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(Contd. of page 2) Body protection: Protective work clothing.

9 Physical and chemical properties

Information on basic physical and chemical properties General Information Appearance: Form: Solid in various forms Odor: Not determined Odor threshold: Not determined. pH-value: Not applicable. Change in condition Melting point/Melting range: 1312 °C (2394 °F) Boiling point/Boiling range: 3273 °C (5923 °F) Sublimation temperature / start: Not determined Flammability (solid, gaseous) Highly flammable. Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. Ignition temperature: Not determined Decomposition temperature: Not determined Auto igniting: Not determined. Danger of explosion: Not determined. Explosion limits: Lower: Not determined Upper: Not determined Vapor pressure at 20 °C (68 °F): 0 hPa Density at 20 °C (68 °F): 7.9 g/cm³ (65.926 lbs/gal) Relative density Not determined. Vapor density Not applicable. Evaporation rate Not applicable. Solubility in / Miscibility with Water: Contact with water releases flammable gases Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined. Viscosity: dynamic: Not applicable. kinematic: Not applicable. Other information No further relevant information available.

10 Stability and reactivity

Reactivity In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously. Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions. Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications. Possibility of hazardous reactions Spontaneously flammable in air. Contact with water releases flammable gases Conditions to avoid No further relevant information available. Incompatible materials: Acids Air Oxidizing agents Bases Water/moisture Hazardous decomposition products: Gadolinium oxide

11 Toxicological information

Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity: No effects known. LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification: No data Skin irritation or corrosion: May cause irritation Eye irritation or corrosion: May cause irritation Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known. Germ cell mutagenicity: No effects known. Carcinogenicity: The Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS) contains tumorigenic and/or carcinogenic and/or neoplastic data for this substance. No classification data on carcinogenic properties of this material is available from the EPA, IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH. Reproductive toxicity: No effects known. Specific target organ system toxicity - repeated exposure: No effects known. Specific target organ system toxicity - single exposure: No effects known. Aspiration hazard: No effects known. Subacute to chronic toxicity: No effects known. Additional toxicological information: To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully known.

12 Ecological information

Toxicity Aquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available. Persistence and degradability No further relevant information available. Bioaccumulative potential No further relevant information available. Mobility in soil No further relevant information available. Additional ecological information: General notes: Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits. Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities to reach ground water, water course or sewage system. Avoid transfer into the environment. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment PBT: Not applicable. vPvB: Not applicable. Other adverse effects No further relevant information available. USA (Contd. on page 4)

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(Contd. of page 3)

13 Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods Recommendation Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal. Uncleaned packagings: Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

14 Transport information

UN-Number DOT, IMDG, IATA UN3178 UN proper shipping name DOT Flammable solid, inorganic, n.o.s. (Gadolinium foil) ADR 3178 Flammable solid, inorganic, n.o.s. (Gadolinium foil) IMDG, IATA FLAMMABLE SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (Gadolinium foil) Transport hazard class(es) DOT

Class 4.1 Flammable solids, self-reactive substances and solid desensitised explosives Label 4.1 ADR

Class 4.1 (F3) Flammable solids, self-reactive substances and solid desensitised explosives Label 4.1 IMDG, IATA

Class 4.1 Flammable solids, self-reactive substances and solid desensitised explosives Label 4.1 Packing group DOT, ADR, IMDG, IATA II Environmental hazards: Not applicable. Special precautions for user Warning: Flammable solids, self-reactive substances and solid desensitised explosives EMS Number: F-A,S-G Stowage Category B Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code Not applicable. Transport/Additional information: DOT Quantity limitations On passenger aircraft/rail: 15 kg On cargo aircraft only: 50 kg Marine Pollutant (DOT): No IMDG Limited quantities (LQ) 1 kg Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2 Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 g Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500 g UN "Model Regulation": UN 3178 FLAMMABLE SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (GADOLINIUM FOIL), 4.1, II

15 Regulatory information

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture GHS label elements The product is classified and labeled in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Hazard pictograms

GHS02

Signal word Danger Hazard statements H228 Flammable solid. H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously. Precautionary statements P223 Do not allow contact with water. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P231+P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. National regulations All components of this product are listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances Control Act Chemical substance Inventory. All components of this product are listed on the Canadian Non-Domestic Substances List (NDSL). SARA Section 313 (specific toxic chemical listings) Substance is not listed. California Proposition 65 Prop 65 - Chemicals known to cause cancer Substance is not listed. Prop 65 - Developmental toxicity Substance is not listed. (Contd. on page 5) USA

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(Contd. of page 4) Prop 65 - Developmental toxicity, female Substance is not listed. Prop 65 - Developmental toxicity, male Substance is not listed. Information about limitation of use: For use only by technically qualified individuals. Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulations Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) according to the REACH Regulations (EC) No. 1907/2006. Substance is not listed. The conditions of restrictions according to Article 67 and Annex XVII of the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) for the manufacturing, placing on the market and use must be observed. Substance is not listed. Annex XIV of the REACH Regulations (requiring Authorisation for use) Substance is not listed. Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.

16 Other information

Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them, and should make independent judgement 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. Department issuing SDS: Global Marketing Department Date of preparation/Revision: Print date, revision date and version number are in the header of each page. Abbreviations and acronyms: RID: Règlement international concernant le transport des marchandises dangereuses par chemin de fer (Regulations Concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail) ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organisation ADR: Accord européen sur le transport des marchandises dangereuses par Route (European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road) IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods DOT: US Department of Transportation IATA: International Air Transport Association EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society) HMIS: Hazardous Materials Identification System (USA) WHMIS: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (Canada) LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic SVHC: Substances of Very High Concern vPvB: very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (USA) OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (USA) NTP: National Toxicology Program (USA) IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer EPA: Environmental Protection Agency (USA) Flam. Sol. 1: Flammable solids – Category 1 Water-react. 1: Substances and mixtures which in contact with water emit flammable gases – Category 1 USA

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Page 1

1 Identification

2 Hazard(s) identification

3 Composition/information on ingredients

4 First-aid measures

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5 Fire-fighting measures

6 Accidental release measures

7 Handling and storage

8 Exposure controls/personal protection

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9 Physical and chemical properties

10 Stability and reactivity

11 Toxicological information

12 Ecological information

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13 Disposal considerations

14 Transport information

15 Regulatory information

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16 Other information