# Cerium \(III\) chloride, anhydrous – ProChem SDS Text extracted from the original PDF. Tables, images, symbols and OCR may differ. Check the original PDF for safety information. - **Document title:** Cerium \(III\) chloride, anhydrous – ProChem SDS - **Publisher:** ProChem, Inc\. - **Material:** Cerium \(III\) chloride, anhydrous - **CAS number:** 7790\-86\-5 - **Product code / grade:** 1417 - **Document type:** SDS - **Original language:** English - **Region:** United States - **Revision date:** 02/24 - **Page count:** 4 - **Original filename:** prochem\-ceriumiiichlorideanhydrous\-1417\.pdf - **RESDS page:** https://resds\.com/document/cerium\-iii\-chloride\-anhydrous\-prochem\-en\-d1c925135c - **Original PDF:** https://resds\.com/pdf/cerium\-iii\-chloride\-anhydrous\-prochem\-en\-d1c925135c\.pdf - **Source URL:** https://prochemonline\.com/wp\-content/uploads/2021/06/1417\.CeriumIIIChlorideAnhydrous\-1\.pdf - **Description:** Collected by RESDS\. Original publisher PDF retained\. Original ProChem SDS for Cerium \(III\) chloride, anhydrous\. Product number 1417; revision 02/24\. Publication authorized by the user on 2026\-09\-14\. ## Page 1 ```text SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION PRODUCT NAME: Cerium (III) chloride, anhydrous PRODUCT NUMBER: 1417 CAS NUMBER: 7790-86-5 SYNONYMS: Cerium trichloride, Cerous chloride 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 Pictogram Signal Word Warning Hazard Statements H303 May be harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. Precautionary Phrases P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas//mist/vapors/spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P304+P340+P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. HMIS CLASSIFICATION: Health: 3 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 NFPA RATING: Health: 3 Fire: 0 Instability: 1 CERRIUM (III) CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS PAGE 1 ``` ## Page 2 ```text SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Cont.) EYE CONTACT: Causes mild irritation to the eyes. SKIN CONTACT: Causes slight irritation of the skin. INHALATION: Inhalation of dust leads to irritation of the respiratory tract. INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed. SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Formula: CeCl3 Molecular Weight: 246.48 CHEMICAL NAME CAS# % Cerium (III) chloride, anhydrous 7790-86-5 100 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 the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, and 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: Product is not flammable. AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: None EXPLOSION LIMITS: None EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Use fire fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive self-contained breathing apparatus, flame and chemical resistant clothing, hats, boots, and gloves. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride gas and cerium oxide. SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, dust, 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: Without creating dust sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store material in a tightly sealed container away from moisture. Avoid contact with air/oxygen. Hygroscopic. Handle and store under inert gas. 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 chemical substance in the laboratory. SKIN PROTECTION: Chemical resistant gloves. VENTILATION: Handle in an efficient chemical 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 1910.134. CERIUM (III) CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS PAGE 2 ``` ## Page 3 ```text SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION (Cont.) ADDITIONAL PROTECTION: Safety shower and eyewash in area. Use in a controlled environment. Do not drink, eat, or smoke in area. SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES COLOR AND FORM: White powder ODOR: Odorless MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 246.48 BOILING POINT: 1727° C MELTING POINT: 848° C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 3.92 VAPOR PRESSURE: No data SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY STABILITY: Hygroscopic. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: No hazardous polymerization. CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Contact with moisture. INCOMPATIBILITY: Active metals, strong oxidizing agents, and strong acids. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride gas and cerium oxide. SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA ACUTE TOXICITY: LD50 Oral – Rat – male and female – 2,800 mg/kg CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a confirmed carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, and OSHA. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: No data TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: No data RTECS DATA: FK5075000 To the best of our knowledge the toxicological effects of this compound have not been fully investigated. SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL DATA TOXICITY TO FISH: LC50 – Oncorhynchus mykiss – 0.3 mg/l – 96 h. TOXICITY TO DAPHNIA AND OTHER AQUATIC INVERTEBRATES: EC50 – Daphia Magna – 6.9 mg/l – 48 h TOXICITY TO ALGAE: ErC50 – Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata – 1.1 mg/l – 72 h. TOXICITY TO BACTERIA: EC50- Activated Sludge – 767 mg/l – 3 h. 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. CERIUM (III) CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS PAGE 3 ``` ## Page 4 ```text SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION (Cont.) 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. MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENETS: No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act. PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Cerium trichloride. NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Cerium trichloride. 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 REVISED: 02/24 SDS DEPT. CERIUM (III) CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS PAGE 4 ```