Thulium 3586 SDS

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Thulium

PRODUCT NUMBER: 3586

CAS NUMBER: 7440-30-4

MANUFACTURER:

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

IN CASE OF TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY CONTACT CHEM-TREC: 1-800-424-9300

SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

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Signal Word Danger

Hazard Statements

H228 Flammable solid H319 Causes serious eye irritation H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Phrases

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

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. P312 Call a POISON CNTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

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.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Cont.)

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

EYE CONTACT: Dust, if present, may cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes. SKIN CONTACT: Dust, if present, may cause slight to mild irritation of the skin. INHALATION: Inhalation of any fine dust may be irritating to the nasal cavity, mucous membranes, and respiratory tract. INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: Tm

Molecular Weight: 168.93

CHEMICAL NAME CAS# %

Thulium 7440-30-4 100

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 competent 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: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. Use water to spray unopened containers. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained, approved breathing apparatus and full protective clothing, including eye protection and boots. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Thulium oxide. UNUSUAL FURE OR EXPLSION HAZARDS: May burn with intense heat. Dust may form explosive mixtures with air. Evolves hydrogen with hot water.

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. Remove all 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: Sweep up mixture and place in a closed container. Do not mix with water or other incompatible materials.

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. Take measures to prevent the build-up of electrostatic charge. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Air and moisture sensitive. Store and handle under an inert atmosphere of argon.

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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. SKIN PROTECTION: Wear nitrile or rubber gloves, apron, or lab coat. 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: Grey chips ODOR: None MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 168.93 BOILING POINT: 1950° C MELTING POINT: 1545° C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 9.332 gm/ml VAPOR DENSITY: No data available SOLUBILITY: Insoluble

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: No hazardous polymerization. CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Contact with hot water, fine dust mixed with air. Heats, flames, and sparks. Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing agents, water, alcohols, oxygen, halogens, halocarbons, and strong acids. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Thulium oxides

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY: Not available 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

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.

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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: Acute Health Hazard

SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed

PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENETS: Thulium

NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Thulium

CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed

WHMIS CANADA: Not Listed

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: 07/14

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