Lanthanum nitrate SDS – ProChem, Inc.

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SECTION 1 Product Identification

CHEMICAL NAME: Lanthanum nitrate

CAS#: 10277 -43-7

FORMULA: La(NO3)3.6H20

SYNONYM: Nitric acid, lanthanum(3+) salt, hexahydrate

SECTION 2 Composition and Information on Ingredients

INGREDIENT: CAS# % ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)

Title Compound 10277-43-7 100 no data no data

SECTION 3 Hazards Identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: No particular hazard associated with this material.

PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: Ingestion

EYE CONTACT: May cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes.

SKIN CONTACT: May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin.

INHALATION: May be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.

INGESTION: Ingestion may lead to dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and
convulsions.

CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS: No information available on long-term chronic effects.

ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS: May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
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 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.


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SECTION 5 Firefighting Measures
FLASH POINT: not applicable
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: none
EXPLOSION LIMITS: none
EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: If involved ina 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: If involved ina fire this material may
emit irritating fumes.
UNUSUAL FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Metal nitrates can be oxidizers. Contact with strong reducing
agents could lead to fires and/or explosions.
SECTION 6 Accidental Release Measures 1
SPILL AND LEAD PROCEDURES: Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept
up.
SECTION 7 Handling and Storage
HANDLING AND STORAGE: Store material in a tightly sealed container. Keep away from heat and direct
sunlight.
SECTION 8 Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
EYE PROTECTION: Always wear approved safety glasses w/side shields, or safety goggles, face shield when
handling a chemicals substance in the laboratory.
SKIN PROTECTION: Chemical-resistant.
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: white xtl.
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 324.93
MELTING POINT (DEG. C.): none
BOILING POINT: 126°
VAPOR PRESSURE: no data
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: no data
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: 151.19/100cc
SECTION 10 Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY: hygroscopic


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HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: no hazardous polymerization

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Contact with strong reducing agents or organic matter. Some nitrates can explode if
heated to high temperatures.

INCOMPATIBILITY: reducing agents, organic matter, phosphorus and sulfur.

DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: nitrogen oxides and lanthanum salts.

SECTION 11 Toxicological Information

RTECS DATA: Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 410 mg/kg.

MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: no data

TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: no data

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: no data

To the best of our knowledge the toxicological effects of this compound have _ not been fully investigated.
SECTION 12 Ecological Information

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: No information available

SECTION 13 Disposal Considerations

DISPOSAL: Dispose of in according to local state and federal regulations.

SECTION 14 Transportation Information

Nitrates, inorganic, N.O.S., Class 5.1, UN 1477, PG I

SECTION 15 Regulatory Information

TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory

SARA (TITLE 313): Title compound: See Category Code for N511 for reporting.

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: 06/05