Lanthanum (III) Bromide Anhydrous 2112 SDS

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Lanthanum (III) Bromide Anhydrous

PRODUCT NUMBER: 2112

CAS NUMBER: 13536-79-3

MANUFACTURER:

ProChem, Inc. PHONE: 815-398-1788 826 Roosevelt Road TOLL FREE: 800-795-8788 Rockford, IL 61109

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SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

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Hazard Statements

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

Precautionary Phrases

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. 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 comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor 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. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

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SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Cont.)

EYE CONTACT: Causes serious eye irritation. SKIN CONTACT: Causes skin irritation. INHALATION: May cause respiratory tract irritation. INGESTION: May cause irritation.

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: LaBr3

Molecular Weight: 378.62

CHEMICAL NAME CAS# %

Lanthanum bromide 13536-79-3 100

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

EYE EXPOSURE: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water (lukewarm if possible) for several minutes. Remove contact lenses. Contact a ophthalmologist. SKIN EXPOSURE: Rinse skin with water/shower. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases, seek immediate medical assistance. INGESTION: After swallowing: Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Seek medical assistance immediately.

SECTION 5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

FLASH POINT: Product is not flammable AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not applicable EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Use firefighting measures that are appropriate for surrounding environments. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive self-contained breathing apparatus, flame and chemical resistant clothing, hats, boots, and gloves. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen Bromide and lanthanum oxide.

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear approved personal protective equipment. Avoid inhalation of dusts. Ensure adequate ventilation. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Do not let product enter drains or allow to be released into the environment. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Vacuum or sweep up and place in a well-marked container for disposal. Avoid raising dust.

SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust. Ensure adequate ventilation. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Keep in a tightly sealed container. Moisture sensitive. Handle and store under inert gas.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

EYE PROTECTION: Always wear approved safety glasses with side shields, safety goggles, or face shield when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. SKIN PROTECTION: Chemical resistant gloves. VENTILATION: Handle in an efficient chemical fume hood. RESPIRATOR: If in form of fine dust and ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 19-10.134.

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SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

COLOR AND FORM: Solid ODOR: No data available MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 378.62 BOILING POINT: No data available MELTING POINT: 783° C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 5.06 VAPOR PRESSURE: No data available SOLUBILITY IN WATER: No data available

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Moisture INCOMPATIBILITY: No data available DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen Bromide and lanthanum oxide.

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a confirmed carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, and OSHA. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

To the best of our knowledge the toxicological effects of this compound have not been fully investigated.

SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL DATA

No information available

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Dispose of in according to local, state, and federal regulations.

SECTION 14 TRANSPORTATION DATA

Non-hazardous material

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

SARA 313 COMPONENTS: This material does not contain any chemical components with know CAS numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313. SARA 302 COMPONENTS: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302. SARA 311/312 HAZARDS: Acute Health Hazard MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right To Know Act. PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Lanthanum tribromide NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Lanthanum tribromide 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.

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SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION

DISCLAIMER: The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, ProChem, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information in this document or any use of the product based on the information. DATE PREPARED: 10/24 SDS DEPT.

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