Yttrium, chips SDS

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Yttrium, chips

PRODUCT NO: 3823

CAS NO: 7440-65-5

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

Not a dangerous substance according to the GHS

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

EYE CONTACT: May cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes. SKIN CONTACT: 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: No specific information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion.

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: Y

Molecular Weight: 88.9

CHEMICAL NAME CAS# % ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)

Yttrium chips 7440-65-5 100 1 mg/m3 (as Y) 1 mg/m3 (as Y)

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.

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SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES (Cont.)

INHALATION: Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases, seek immediate medical assistance. 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 applicable EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not applicable EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Special powder for metal fires. Do NOT use water. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Yttrium oxide

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear approved personal protective equipment Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing dust, vapors, mist, or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Do not let product enter drains or allow to be released into the environment. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: In case of a spill, sweep up the 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 personal protective equipment. Handle under dry protective gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store material in a tightly sealed container under an inert atmosphere of argon. Store away from water, moisture, oxidizing agents, halogens, and acid chlorides.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

EYE PROTECTION: Always wear approved safety glasses with side shields, safety goggles, or face shield when handling a chemicals substance in the laboratory. SKIN PROTECTION: Chemical resistant gloves. VENTILATION: If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. RESPIRATOR: If in form of fine dust and ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 19-10.134.

SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

COLOR AND FORM: Grey chips MELTING POINT: 1522° C BOILING POINT: 3338° C MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 88.9 ODOR: Odorless SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 4.47 gm/ml VAPOR PRESSURE: Not applicable SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble

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SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Air sensitive, moisture sensitive solid HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: No hazardous polymerization CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Contact with hot water. Fine dust mixed with air. INCOMPATIBILITY: Water, alcohols, oxidizers, oxygen, halogens, halocarbons, and mineral acids. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Yttrium oxide

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: No data TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: 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

Non-hazardous material

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA: Listed in the TSCA Inventory SARA 302 COMPONENTS: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302. SARA (TITLE 313): This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313. SARA 311/312 HAZARDS: No SARA Hazards MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENETS: Yttrium PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Yttrium NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Yttrium CALIFORNIA PROP. 65 COMPONENTS: This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

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 SDS DEPT.

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