Praseodymium (III) Nitrate Hexahydrate 2974 SDS

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Praseodymium (III) Nitrate Hexahydrate

PRODUCT NUMBER: 2974

CAS NUMBER: 15878-77-0

SYNONYMS: Nitric acid, praseodymium(3+) salt, hexahydrate

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SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

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Hazard Statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer. H315 Causes skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Phrases

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces.-No Smoking P220 Keep/store away from clothing/combustible material P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with waster for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. 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.

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SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Cont.)

HMIS CLASSIFICATION: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 1 NFPA RATING: Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 1 Specific Hazard: OX

EYE CONTACT: May cause slight to mild irritation to the eyes. SKIN CONTACT: May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin. INHALATION: May be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes, and respiratory tract. INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may lead to dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and convulsions

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: Pr(NO3)3 ! 6H2O

Molecular Weight: 435.01

CHEMICAL NAME CAS# %

Praseodymium Nitrate Hexahydrate 15878-77-0 100

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

EYE EXPOSURE: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure flushing under eyelids. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eyelids open. Get immediate medical attention. SKIN EXPOSURE: Wash affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. 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: Not available AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not available EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not available EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Carbon dioxide, dry powder, or foam. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained, approved breathing apparatus and full protective clothing, including eye protection and boots. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Nitrogen oxides and praseodymium oxides.

This product is an oxidizer and its heat of reaction with reducing agents or combustibles may cause ignition.

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent spillage from entering drains or allowing to be released into the environment. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.

SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat sources of ignition. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Store away from flammable substances, reducing agents, and metal powders. Hygroscopic.

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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: Light green solid ODOR: None MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 435.01 BOILING POINT: No data available MELTING POINT: No data available SPECIFIC GRAVITY: No data available VAPOR DENSITY: No data available SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Contact with strong reducing agents or organic matter. High temperature (some nitrates can explode if heated to high temperature). INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong reducing agents, powdered metals, strong acids, bases, flammable substances, organic materials, sulfur, and phosphorus. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Nitrogen oxides and praseodymium oxide.

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY: LD50 Oral – rat – 3,500mg/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: TU1400000

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

SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL DATA

TOXICITY TO FISH: LC50-Onorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout)-0.7 mg/l – 96h TOXICITY TO DAPHNIA AND OTHER AQUATIC INVERTEBRATES: EC50-Daphnia 0 <1 mg/l – 48h TOXICITY TO ALGAE: IC50-algae - < 1 mg/l – 72 h

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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

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SECTION 14 TRANSPORTATION DATA

UN1477 Marine Pollutant: No Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s. (Praseodymium Nitrate) CLASS 5.1 PG III

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory SARA 302/304: Not Listed

SARA 311/312: Reactivity Hazard SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Praseodymium (III) Nitrate Hexahydrate PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Praseodymium (III) Nitrate Hexahydrate

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 REVISED: 03/22 SDS DEPT.

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