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SAFETY DATA SHEET
Version
3.0 Revision Date
09/04/2017
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
1.1Product identifiers
Product name : Gadolinium(III) nitrate hexahydrate
Brand : SAM
CAS-No. : 19598-90-4
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
Stanford Advanced
Company : Materials
23661 Birtcher Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
USA
Telephone : +1 (949) 407-8904
Fax : +1 (949) 812-6690
1.4 Emergency telephone number
Emergency Phone # : +1 (949) 407-8904
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Oxidizing solids (Category 2), H272
Skin irritation (Category 2), H315
Eye irritation (Category 2A), 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 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statement(s)
P210 Keep away from heat.
P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials.
P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
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P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position
comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if
you feel unwell.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for
extinction.
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS - none
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1Substances
Formula : GdN3O9 · 6H2O
Molecular weight : 451.36 g/mol
CAS-No. : 19598-90-4
EC-No. : 233-437-2
Hazardous components
Component Classification Concentration
Gadolinium(III) nitrate hexahydrate
Ox. Sol. 2; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye 90 - 100 %
Irrit. 2A; STOT SE 3; H272,
H315, H319, H335
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.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.
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
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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 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
Sweep up and shovel. Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-
brushing 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 formation of dust and aerosols.Further processing of solid materials may result in
the formation of combustible dusts. The potential for combustible dust formation should be taken into consideration
before additional processing occurs.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
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.
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).
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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
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type
N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is
the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. 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.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: Crystals with lumps
Colour: white
b) Odour No data available
c) Odour Threshold No data available
d) pH No data available
e) Melting point/freezing Melting point/range: 91 °C (196 °F) - lit.
point
f) Initial boiling point and No data available
boiling range
g) Flash point Not applicable
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 2.406 g/cm3
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 The substance or mixture is classified as oxidizing with the category 2.
9.2 Other safety information
No data available
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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 reducing agents, Strong acids, Organic materials, Powdered metals
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Nitrogen oxides (NOx), gadolinium oxides
Other decomposition products - No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral - Rat - > 5,000 mg/kg
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Inhalation: 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 sensitisation
No data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available
Carcinogenicity
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
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
Inhalation - May cause respiratory irritation.
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
No data available
Aspiration hazard
No data available
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Additional Information
RTECS: LW4725000
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.,
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.
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
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this
material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact
a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT (US)
UN number: 1477 Class: 5.1 Packing group: II
Proper shipping name: Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s.
Reportable Quantity (RQ):
Poison Inhalation Hazard: No
IMDG
UN number: 1477 Class: 5.1 Packing group: II EMS-No: F-A, S-Q
Proper shipping name: NITRATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.
IATA
UN number: 1477 Class: 5.1 Packing group: II
Proper shipping name: Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA 302 Components
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components
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
Reactivity Hazard, Acute Health Hazard
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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) nitrate hexahydrate 19598-90-4 2007-03-01
New Jersey Right To Know Components
CAS-No. Revision Date
Gadolinium(III) nitrate hexahydrate 19598-90-4 2007-03-01
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
Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.
Eye Irrit. Eye irritation
H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Ox. Sol. Oxidizing solids
Skin Irrit. Skin irritation
STOT SE Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
HMIS Rating
Health hazard: 2
Chronic Health Hazard:
Flammability: 0
Physical Hazard 2
NFPA Rating
Health hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity Hazard: 2
Special hazard.I: OX
Further information
This material safety data sheet is offered solely for your information, consideration, and investigation. Stanford
Advanced Materials provides no warranties, either express or implied, and assumes no responsibility for the
accuracy or completeness of the data contained herein.
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