Matrix Scientific
PO BOX 25067
COLUMBIA, SC 29224-5067
Telephone: 803-788-9494 Fax: 803-788-9419
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Transportation Emergency: 3E Co. (5025) 800-451-8346
1. Product Identification
Name Gadolinium(III) trifluoromethanesulfonate
Catalog Number 167959
CAS Registry Number [52093-29-5]
Company Matrix Scientific
Physical Address 131 Pontiac Business Center Drive
Elgin, SC 29045
USA
Telephone/Fax (803)788-9494/(803)788-9419
2. Hazard Identification
Hazardous Ingredients Gadolinium(III) trifluoromethanesulfonate
GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Signal word WARNING
Hazard statement(s)
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statement(s)
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.
3. Composition, Information or Ingredients
Name Gadolinium(III) trifluoromethanesulfonate
4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush
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eyes with clean, running water for at least 15 minutes while keeping eyes
open. Cool water may be used. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: After contact with skin, wash with generous quantities of running water.
Gently and thoroughly wash affected area with running water and non-
abrasive soap. Cool water may be used. Cover the affected area with
emollient. Seek medical attention. Wash any contaminated clothing prior to
reusing.
Inhalation: Remove the victim from the source of exposure to fresh, uncontaminated
air. If victim's breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Seek medical
attention.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. Give water to victim to drink. Seek medical
attention.
5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Extinguishing media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, alcohol or polymer foam.
Special fire fighting
procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent
contact with skin and eyes.
Unusual fire and
explosion hazards/
decomposition of
product: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be taken if material is spilled or otherwise released into the environment - Wear Appropriate
respirator, impervious boots and heavy rubber (or otherwise impervious) gloves. Scoop up solid
material or absorb liquid material and place into appropriate container. Ventilate area and wash
affected spill area after pickup is complete. Wash skin immediately with plenty of water. Place solid
or absorbed material into containers and close for disposal.
7. Handling and Storage
Avoid prolonged exposure.
Use caution when handling.
Exposure to any chemical should be limited.
Do not breath dust or vapor.
Have safety shower and eye wash available.
Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing.
Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place.
Ensure adequate ventilation during use.
Use only in a chemical fume hood.
To the best of our knowledge, the health hazards of this product have not been fully investigated.
This product is provided solely for the purpose of research and development.
8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
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Wear Protective safety goggles.
Wear chemical-resistant gloves.
Wear protective clothing and chemical resistant boots.
Ensure ventilation during use.
After contact with skin, wash immediately.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Molecular Formula: C3F9GdO9S3
Molecular Weight: 604.46
10. Stability and Reactivity
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents
Strong acids and bases
Hazard Decomposition Products
Carbon carbon monoxide
carbon dioxide
Fluorine hydrogen fluoride
Sulfur oxides of sulfur
11. Toxicological Information
Acute effects:
Irritant
May be harmful by ingestion and inhalation.
Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties of this product have not been fully
investigated or determined.
12. Ecological Information
Mobility: Data not known
Persistence and
degradability: No data available
Cumulative potential: No data available
Other adverse effects: No data available
13. Disposal Considerations
Absent other actions demanded by federal or local regulations - Dissolve or mix the material with a
combustible solvent and burn in a requlated, chemical incinerator equipped with after burner and
scrubber.
Observe all federal, state and local laws.
14. Transport Information
Shipping Name Classed non-hazardous for shipment
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15. Regulatory Information
Adhere to all Federal, State and local regulations.
16. Other Information
The information contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but is not meant to be
complete and is included only as a guide. The end user is responsible for any damage
resulting from handling or from contact with this product.
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