Yttrium (III) Fluoride 3850 SDS

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Yttrium (III) Fluoride

PRODUCT NUMBER: 3850

CAS NUMBER: 13709-49-4

SYNONYMS: Yttrium trifluoride

MANUFACTURER:

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

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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Hazard Statements

H302+H312+H332 Harmful if swallowed or if in contact with skin, or if inhaled. H331 Toxic 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. P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. 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. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

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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: Causes irritation of the eyes. SKIN CONTACT: Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin. INHALATION: Irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. INGESTION: Toxicity reduced to the extent that this compound is relatively insoluble. In large amounts may cause vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: YF3

Molecular Weight: 145.90

CHEMICAL NAME CAS# %

Yttrium (III) Fluoride 13709-49-4 100

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: 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 Fluoride and Yttrium Oxides Hydrogen fluoride.

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing dust. 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 powdered sodium bicarbonate, lime, or calcium carbonate and swept up.

SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust. Handle under a dry atmosphere of air and nitrogen. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Hygroscopic. Store in tightly sealed container.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

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EXPOSURE CONTROLS Component Exposure Limits Basis Entity Yttrium 2.5 mg/m3 TLV ACGIH 2.5 mg/m3 PEL OSHA Fluoride 1 mg/m3 REL NIOSH 1 mg/m3 TLV ACGIH 1 mg/m3 PEL OSHA 3mg/g* BEI-U ACGIH 10mg/g** BEI-U ACGIH

TLV: Threshold Limit Value over 8 hours of work. REL: Recommended Exposure Limit PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit BEI-U: Biological Exposure Indices in Urine.

STEL: 7.5 mg/m3 15 min TWA: 2.5 mg/m3 8 hr

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: White to off white. ODOR: None MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 145.90 BOILING POINT: 2230° C MELTING POINT: 1387°C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 4.01 VAPOR DENSITY: No data available SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

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STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Moisture INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong acids DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen fluoride and Yttrium oxides.

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY: Intraperitoneal (mammal-species unspecified); LD50: 10 mg/kg. Oral (Rat); TDLo: 44 gm/kg/31 D-I. 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 RTECS: ZG3417500

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: Listed in the TSCA inventory SARA 302/304: Not Listed SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: 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 REVISED: 07/26 REVISION SUMMARY: Fax number removed. Updates to the following Sections #2 Hazard Statement added H302+H312+H332 & Precautionary Phrases removed P330. Section #5 – Updated Hazardous Combustion Statement. Section #9 – Updated Color & Form Statement. All other details in the document about the product remain unchanged. – Revised by EHS 7/26 Reviewed/Approved 6/26 SDS DEPT.

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