Samarium (III) Bromide, hexahydrate – ProChem SDS PAGE 1 SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION PRODUCT NAME: Samarium (III) Bromide, hexahydrate PRODUCT NUMBER: 3077 CAS NUMBER: 13517-12-9 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 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. HMIS CLASSIFICATION: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0 NFPA RATING: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0 EYE CONTACT: Avoid contact with eyes. SKIN CONTACT: may cause allergic skin reaction. INHALATION: May cause irritation of respiratory tract. INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed. SAMARIUM BROMIDE PAGE 1 PAGE 2 SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Formula: SmBr3 ! 6H2O Molecular Weight: 498.16 CHEMICAL NAME CAS# % Samarium (III) Bromide 13517-12-9 100 SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES EYE EXPOSURE: In case of eye contact, flush the eye with plenty of water and seek medical attention if necessary. SKIN EXPOSURE: Rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. 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: Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If conscious, wash out mouth with water. Get medical attention if necessary. SECTION 5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES FLASH POINT: Not available. AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not available EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not available EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Use carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder, or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. 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 bromide and samarium oxides SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent spillage from entering drains or allowing to be released into the environment. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Sweep up and shovel and place into a suitable container for proper disposal. SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after using. Keep container closed when not in use. Avoid formation of dusts and aerosols. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values. EYE PROTECTION: Wear chemical safety glasses or goggles and face shield SKIN PROTECTION: Wear nitrile or rubber gloves, and a complete suit protecting against chemicals VENTILATION: Provide local exhaust, preferably mechanical. RESPIRATOR: Use an approved respirator SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES COLOR AND FORM: Yellow crystalline solid ODOR: No data available MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 498.16 BOILING POINT: No data available MELTING POINT: 640° C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.971 gm/ml SOLUBILITY: Insoluble SAMARIUM BROMIDE PAGE 2 PAGE 3 SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Exposure to air or moisture over prolonged periods. INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing agents. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen bromide and samarium oxide. 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: 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. 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: 08/14 SAMARIUM BROMIDE PAGE 3