Holmium (III) Nitrate, Pentahydrate – ProChem SDS PAGE 1 SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION PRODUCT NAME: Holmium (III) Nitrate, Pentahydrate PRODUCT NUMBER: 1989 CAS NUMBER: 14483-18-2 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 Danger Hazard Statements H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. Precautionary Phrases P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. P220 Keep/store away from clothing/combustible material. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. 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. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. HOLMIUM (III) NITRATE, PENTAHYDRATE PAGE 1 PAGE 2 SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Cont.) HMIS CLASSIFICATION: Health: 0 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 2 NFPA RATING: Health: 0 Flammability: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 2 Special: OX EYE CONTACT: Causes irritation of they eyes. SKIN CONTACT: Causes irritation of the skin. INHALATION: Causes irritation to respiratory systems. INGESTION: Irritation. SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Formula: Ho(NO3)3 Ÿ 5H2O Molecular Weight: 441.02 CHEMICAL NAME CAS# % Holmium (III) Nitrate, Pentahydrate 14483-18-2 100 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 soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest. 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 available AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not available EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not available EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder, or water spray. Fight large 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: Nitrogen oxides and holmium oxides SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid the formation of dust. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, gas, or dust. Acts as an oxidizing agent on organic materials such as wood, paper, and fats. 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 place in 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. Avoid formation of dusts and aerosols. Handle under dry argon. Keep away from sources of ignition – no smoking. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Store under dry argon. Hygroscopic. Store away from flammable substances, reducing agents, organic materials, and metal powders. HOLMIUM (III) NITRATE, PENTAHYDRATE PAGE 2 PAGE 3 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. 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: Yellow-orange solid ODOR: None MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 441.02 BOILING POINT: No data available MELTING POINT: No data available SPECIFIC GRAVITY: No data available VAPOR DENSITY: No data available SOLUBILITY: Soluble SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Keep away from heat and combustible materials. Avoid moisture and water. INCOMPATIBILITY: Reducing agents, organic materials, flammable materials, aluminum/aluminum alloys, metal powders, and strong acids DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Holmium oxides and nitrogen oxides 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 RTECS: No data Small doses of nitrates may cause weakness, general depression, headache and mental impairment. Larger doses may cause dizziness abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, convulsions, and collapse. Lanthanons can cause delayed blood clotting leading to hemorrhages. Exposure may also lead to sensitivity heat, itching, increased awareness of odor and taste, and liver damage. 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. HOLMIUM (III) NITRATE, PENTAHYDRATE PAGE 3 PAGE 4 SECTION 14 TRANSPORTATION DATA UN1477 Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s. (holmium nitrate) CLASS 5.1 PG III Marine Pollutant: No SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory SARA 302/304: Not Listed SARA 311/312: Reactivity Hazard SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act. NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Holmium (III) nitrate pentahydrate PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Holmium (III) nitrate pentahydrate 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: 01/15 SDS DEPT. HOLMIUM (III) NITRATE, PENTAHYDRATE PAGE 4