Ytterbium (III) Chloride Hydrate 3801 SDS

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Ytterbium (III) Chloride Hydrate

PRODUCT NUMBER: 3801

CAS NUMBER: 19423-87-1

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

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

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

EYE CONTACT: May be a mild irritant to the eyes. SKIN CONTACT: May cause slight irritation of the skin. INHALATION: Inhalation of dust can lead to irritation of the respiratory tract. INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed.

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SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: YbCl3 ! xH2O

Molecular Weight: 279.4 (anhy.)

CHEMICAL NAME CAS# %

Yttberium (III) Chloride Hydrate 19423-87-1 100

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: 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: 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 and ytterbium oxides.

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep unprotected persons away. 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. Use with adequate ventilation. Handle under dry protective gas. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Store under dry inert gas. Hygroscopic. Store away from water, moisture, and oxidizing agents.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit value. 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.

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SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

COLOR AND FORM: White solid ODOR: None MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 279.4 (anhy.) BOILING POINT: Not available MELTING POINT: 150-155°C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.575 gm/ml VAPOR DENSITY: No data available SOLUBILITY: Soluble

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Exposure to water and moisture INCOMPATIBILITY: Water, moisture, and oxidizing agent DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride and 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

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: Not listed in the TSCA inventory

DSCL (EEC): Listed on the DSCL inventory SARA 302/304: Not Listed

SARA 311/312: Not Listed SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed

CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed WHMIS CANADA: Class D-2B: Toxic material causing other toxic effects.

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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: 09/14

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