Gadolinium(III) Acetate SDS

GADOLINIUM(III) ACETATE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET CAS No 100587-93-7 SDS/MSDS

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifiers

Product name : Gadolinium(III) Acetate

CAS-No. : 100587-93-7

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

Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Industrial & for professional use only.

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company : Central Drug House (P) Ltd 7/28 Vardaan House New Delhi -110002 INDIA

Telephone : +91 11 49404040 Email : care@cdhfinechemical.com

1.4 Emergency telephone number

Emergency Phone # : +91 11 49404040 (9:00am - 6:00 pm) [Office hours]

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Skin irritation (Category 2), H315 Eye irritation (Category 2), H319 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system, H335

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

2.2 Label elements

Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Pictogram

Signal word Warning

Hazard statement(s) H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statement(s) P261 Avoid breathing dust. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. . Page 1 of 6

Supplemental Hazard none Statements

2.3 Other hazards

This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances Formula : C6H9GdO6 · xH2O Molecular weight : 334.39 g/mol CAS-No. : 100587-93-7 EC-No. : 240-204-9

Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Component Classification Concentration

Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate CAS-No. 100587-93-7 Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT <= 100 % EC-No. 240-204-9 SE 3; H315, H319, H335

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

SECTION 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 Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

If swallowed 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 labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in

section 11

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No data available

SECTION 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 Carbon oxides, gadolinium oxides

5.3 Advice for firefighters Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

5.4 Further information No data available

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SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. For personal protection see section 8.

6.2 Environmental precautions Do not let product enter drains.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

6.4 Reference to other sections For disposal see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. For precautions see section 2.2.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Hygroscopic. Storage class (TRGS 510): Non Combustible Solids

7.3 Specific end use(s) Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

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 Impervious clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Respiratory protection For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle r (US) or type ABEK- P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Control of environmental exposure Do not let product enter drains.

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SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

a) Appearance Form: solid

b) Odour No data available

c) Odour Threshold No data available

d) pH No data available

e) Melting point/freezing No data available point

f) Initial boiling point and No data available boiling range

g) Flash point No data available

h) Evaporation rate No data available

i) Flammability (solid, gas) No data available

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

k) Vapour pressure No data available

l) Vapour density No data available

m) Relative density No data available

n) Water solubility No data available

o) Partition coefficient: n- No data available octanol/water

p) Auto-ignition No data available temperature

q) Decomposition No data available temperature

r) Viscosity No data available

s) Explosive properties No data available

t) Oxidizing properties No data available

9.2 Other safety information

No data available

SECTION 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 Avoid moisture.

10.5 Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents

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10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides, gadolinium oxides Other decomposition products - No data available In the event of fire: see section 5

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity No data availableGadolinium(III) acetate hydrate

Skin corrosion/irritation No data available(Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate)

Serious eye damage/eye irritation No data available(Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate)

Respiratory or skin sensitisation No data available(Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate)

Germ cell mutagenicity

No data available(Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate)

Carcinogenicity

IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.

Reproductive toxicity No data available(Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate)

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Inhalation - May cause respiratory irritation.(Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate)

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure No data available

Aspiration hazard No data available(Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate)

Additional Information RTECS: Not available

To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.(Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate)

SECTION 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(Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate)

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.

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12.6 Other adverse effects

No data available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chem scrubber.

Contaminated packaging Dispose of as unused product.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -

14.2 UN proper shipping name ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods IMDG: Not dangerous goods IATA: Not dangerous goods

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -

14.4 Packaging group ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -

14.5 Environmental hazards ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no

14.6 Special precautions for user No data available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006. 15.2 Chemical safety assessment For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out

SECTION 16: Other information

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

H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

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. Central Drug House (P) Ltd and its Affiliates shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See www.cdhfinechemical.com for additional terms and conditions of sale.

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