Praseodymium (III) Chloride, Anhydrous 2968 SDS

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Praseodymium (III) Chloride, Anhydrous

PRODUCT NUMBER: 2968

CAS NUMBER: 10361-79-2

SYNONYMS: Praseodymium trichloride

MANUFACTURER:

Prochem, Inc. PHONE: 815-398-1788 826 Roosevelt Road FAX: 815-398-1810 Rockford, IL 61109 TOLL FREE: 800-795-8788

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SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

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Signal Word Warning

Hazard Statements

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Phrases

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with waster for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

HMIS CLASSIFICATION: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 1 NFPA RATING: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 1

EYE CONTACT: May cause eye irritation. SKIN CONTACT: May cause skin irritation. INHALATION: May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Dusts may cause asthma attacks and lung damage such as lung granulomas. Large doses may cause immediate defecation, writhing, loss of muscle coordination, labored respiration, sedation, hypotension, and cardiovascular failure. INGESTION: May cause gastrointestinal irritation.

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SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: PrCl3

Molecular Weight: 247.24

CHEMICAL NAME CAS# %

Praseodymium (III) Chloride, anhydrous 10361-79-2 100

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

EYE EXPOSURE: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention. SKIN EXPOSURE: Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek medical attention. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if necessary. INGESTION: Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If conscious, wash out mouth with water. Get medical attention if necessary.

SECTION 5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

FLASH POINT: Product is not flammable AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not available EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not available EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Use fire fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained, approved breathing apparatus and full protective clothing, including eye protection and boots. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride gas and praseodymium oxide

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent spillage from entering drains. Any release to the environment may be subject to federal/national or local reporting requirements. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Without raising dust, sweep up and place in proper container for disposal.

SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after using. Keep container closed when not in use. Avoid formation of dusts and aerosols. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from incompatible materials. Store away from water, moisture, and oxidizing agents. Product is hygroscopic.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values. EYE PROTECTION: Wear chemical safety glasses or goggles and face shield SKIN PROTECTION: Wear nitrile or rubber gloves, and a complete suit protecting against chemicals VENTILATION: Provide local exhaust, preferably mechanical. RESPIRATOR: Use an approved respirator ADDITIONAL PROTECTION: Provide eyewash stations, quick-drench showers and washing facilities accessible to areas of use and handling.

SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

COLOR AND FORM: Green solid ODOR: None MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 247.24 BOILING POINT: 1700° C

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SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES (Cont.)

MELTING POINT: 786°C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 4.02 gm/ml VAPOR DENSITY: No data available SOLUBILITY: Soluble

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid moisture INCOMPATIBILITY: Oxidizing agents, water, and moisture DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride and praseodymium chloride

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY: LD50 Intraperitoneal – rat – 1,318mg/kg. skn – rbt 500mg/24H MLD eye – rbt 50mg. scu-rat LDLO: 5000mg/kg. ivn- rat LD50:3500µg/kg orl-mus LD50: 2987mg/kg. ipr-mus LD50: 359mg/kg scu-mus LD50: 1659mg/kg. scu-rbt LD50 351mg/kg ivn-rbt LDLO 200mg/kg. ipr-gpg LD50: 125mg/kg ivn-gpg LDLO: 440mg/kg. scu-frg LD50: 879mg/kg. CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified a carcinogen. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available RTECS: TU0175000

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

SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL DATA

No data available.

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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

SECTION 14 TRANSPORTATION DATA

Not a dangerous good.

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory

DSCL (EEC): Listed on the DSCL inventory

SARA 302/304: Not Listed

SARA 311/312: Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard

SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed

CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed

NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Praseodymium trichloride

PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Praseodymium trichloride

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: 08/14

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