Ytterbium, Chips SDS

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Ytterbium, Chips

PRODUCT NUMBER: 3781

CAS NUMBER: 7440-64-4

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 Warning

Hazard Statements

H302+H312+H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin, or if inhaled. 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. P270 Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P302+P352+P312 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P304+P340+P312 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician 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. 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.)

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

EYE CONTACT: Causes serious eye irritation. SKIN CONTACT: Causes skin irritation. INHALATION: May cause respiratory irritation. INGESTION: Harmful if swallowed.

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: Yb

Molecular Weight: 173.04

CHEMICAL NAME CAS# %

Ytterbium 7440-64-4 100

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. INGESTION: Seek medical assistance immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

SECTION 5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

FLASH POINT: Not applicable AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not available EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not available EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Use dry chemical or Class D metal fire agent. Do not use water, water containing agents, carbon dioxide, halocarbon extinguishers. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained, approved breathing apparatus and full protective clothing, including eye protection and boots. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Ytterbium oxides.

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid the formation of dust. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, gas, or dust. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent spillage from entering drains or allowing to be released into the environment. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Cover spills with sodium carbonate or dolomite. Sweep up and place in suitable 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. Avoid formation of dusts and aerosols. Handle under dry argon. Keep away from ignition – no smoking. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from incompatible materials. Store under dry 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 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: Gray chips ODOR: None MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 173.04 BOILING POINT: 1194°C MELTING POINT: 824°C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 6.97 gm/ml VAPOR DENSITY: No data available SOLUBILITY: Insoluble

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Air sensitive, moisture sensitive. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Moisture, contact with hot water, and mixtures of fine dust with air. INCOMPATIBILITY: Water, alcohols, oxidizers, oxygen, halogens, ammonia, and halocarbons. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Ytterbium 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 CHRONIC TOXICITY: Not available RTECS: No data

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

Not a dangerous good.

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SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory

SARA 302/304: Not Listed

SARA 311/312: Acute Health Hazard

SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed

CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed

MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.

NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: No components are subject to the New Jersey Right to Know Act.

PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: No components are subject to the Pennsylvania Right to Know Act.

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: 05/15 SDS DEPT.

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