Scandium (III) Nitrate, Hydrate 3140 SDS

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Scandium (III) Nitrate, Hydrate

PRODUCT NUMBER: 3140

CAS NUMBER: 107552-14-7

MANUFACTURER:

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SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

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Signal Word Danger

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 P220 Keep/store away from clothing/combustible material P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with waster for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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

EYE CONTACT: Causes eye irritation. SKIN CONTACT: Causes skin irritation

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SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Cont.)

INHALATION: Causes respiratory tract irritation. INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: Sc(NO3)3 ! XH2O

Molecular Weight: 230.97

CHEMICAL NAME CAS# %

Scandium (III) Nitrate hydrate 107552-14-7 100

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

EYE EXPOSURE: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water. Assure adequate flushing under eyelids. Seek medical attention. SKIN EXPOSURE: Was affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation or redness 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: Use carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder, or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant 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 scandium oxides.

This substance 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. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent spillage from entering drains or allowing it to be released into the environment. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Avoid raising dust. Sweep up and place in a well-marked container for proper 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. Keep away from sources of ignition – No smoking. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Store away from flammable substances, reducing agents, organic materials, and metal powders. 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

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SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION (Cont.)

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: White solid ODOR: No data available ODOR THRESHOLD: No data available MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 230.97 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: Exposure to moisture (hygroscopic) INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong reducing agents, strong acids, flammable substances, organic materials, and metal powders. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Scandium oxides and nitrogen oxides.

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY: Not available CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: According to ACGIH, NTP, and OSHA, No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified a carcinogen. According to IARC, this substance is probably carcinogenic to humans 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 data available.

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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

SECTION 14 TRANSPORTATION DATA

UN1477 Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s.

(Scandium (III) nitrate tetrahydrate) CLASS 5.1

PG III

Marine Pollutant: No/

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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: Reactivity Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed WHMIS CANADA: Class C: Oxidizing materials. Class D-2B: Toxic material causing other toxic effects

NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Scandium trinitrate PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Scandium trinitrate

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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