Gadolinium(III) carbonate hydrate SDS

SIGMA-ALDRICH sigma-aldrich.com Material Safety Data Sheet Version 4.0 Revision Date 07/27/2010 Print Date 01/01/2012

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product name : Gadolinium(III) carbonate hydrate

Product Number : 451126 Brand : Aldrich

Company : Sigma-Aldrich 3050 Spruce Street SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 USA Telephone : +1 800-325-5832 Fax : +1 800-325-5052 Emergency Phone # : (314) 776-6555

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Emergency Overview

OSHA Hazards Target Organ Effect

Target Organs

Blood

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) P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

HMIS Classification Health hazard: 0 Chronic Health Hazard: * Flammability: 0 Physical hazards: 0

NFPA Rating Health hazard: 0 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0

Potential Health Effects

Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. Eyes May cause eye irritation. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed.

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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula : C3Gd2O9 · xH2O Molecular Weight : 494.53 g/mol

CAS-No. EC-No. Index-No. Concentration

Gadolinium(III) carbonate hydrate 38245-36-2 227-583-6 - -

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.Move out of dangerous area.

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.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

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

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.

Environmental precautions Do not let product enter drains.

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.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

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. Normal measures for preventive fire protection.

Conditions for safe storage Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Keep in a dry place.

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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (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).

Hand 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.

Eye 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 and 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.

Hygiene measures Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance

Form powder

Safety data

pH no data available

Melting point no data available

Boiling point no data available

Flash point no data available

Ignition temperature no data available

Lower explosion limit no data available

Upper explosion limit no data available

Water solubility no data available

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Conditions to avoid no data available

Materials to avoid acids

Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides, gadolinium oxides

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute toxicity no data available

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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

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.

ACGIH: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.

NTP: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.

OSHA: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.

Reproductive toxicity no data available

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Globally Harmonized System) Inhalation - May cause respiratory irritation.

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Globally Harmonized System) no data available

Aspiration hazard no data available

Potential health effects

Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. Eyes May cause eye irritation.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure Rare earth compounds may cause delayed blood clotting leading to hemorrhages. Inhalation of rare earths may cause sensitivity to heat, itching, and increased awareness of odor and taste., Blood disorders, To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

Additional Information

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity

no data available

Persistence and degradability no data available

Bioaccumulative potential no data available

Mobility in soil no data available

PBT and vPvB assessment no data available

Other adverse effects

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no data available

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Product Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.

Contaminated packaging Dispose of as unused product.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT (US) Not dangerous goods

IMDG Not dangerous goods

IATA Not dangerous goods

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

OSHA Hazards Target Organ Effect

DSL Status This product contains the following components listed on the Canadian NDSL list. All other components are on the Canadian DSL list. CAS-No. Gadolinium(III) carbonate hydrate 38245-36-2

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 Chronic Health Hazard

Massachusetts Right To Know Components No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.

Pennsylvania Right To Know Components CAS-No. Revision Date Gadolinium(III) carbonate hydrate 38245-36-2

New Jersey Right To Know Components CAS-No. Revision Date Gadolinium(III) carbonate hydrate 38245-36-2

California Prop. 65 Components This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Further information Copyright 2010 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited paper copies for internal use only. 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. Sigma-Aldrich Co., shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.

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