Dysprosium (III) Chloride – ProChem SDS PAGE 1 SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION PRODUCT NAME: Dysprosium (III) Chloride PRODUCT NUMBER: 1642 CAS NUMBER: 10025-74-8 SYNONYMS: Dysprosium trichloride 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. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. 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. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. HMIS CLASSIFICATION: Health: 2 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0 NFPA RATING: Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0 DYSPROSIUM (III) CHLORIDE PAGE 1 PAGE 2 SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Cont.) EYE CONTACT: May be a mild irritant to the eyes. SKIN CONTACT: May cause slight irritation of the skin. INHALATION: Inhalation of dust can lead to irritation of the respiratory tract. INGESTION: May cause irritation. SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Formula: DyCl3 Molecular Weight: 268.86 CHEMICAL NAME CAS# % Dysprosium (III) chloride 10025-74-8 100 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: Immediately wash with plenty of water and wash soap for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. Get medical attention if necessary. 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: 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 chloride gas and dysprosium oxide 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. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent spillage from entering drains or allowing to be released into the environment. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and keep in suitable, closed containers for 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 protective gas. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry well ventilated area. Hygroscopic. Store away from water, moisture, and oxidizing agents. 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. DYSPROSIUM (III) CHLORIDE PAGE 2 PAGE 3 SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES COLOR AND FORM: White to yellow powder ODOR: None MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 268.86 BOILING POINT: 1530° C MELTING POINT: 718°C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 3.67 gm/ml VAPOR DENSITY: No data available SOLUBILITY: Soluble SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid moisture. INCOMPATIBILITY: Active metals, strong oxidizing agents, water, and moisture. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride gas and dysprosium oxide SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA ACUTE TOXICITY: LD50 Oral – mouse – 5443mg/kg. LD50 Intraperitoneal – mouse – 343mg/kg. LD50 Intraperitoneal – Guinea Pig – 196mg/kg. 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 CHRONIC TOXICITY: Not available RTECS: JW0700000 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 311/312: Acute Health 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: Dysprosium (III) Chloride PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Dysprosium (III) Chloride DYSPROSIUM (III) CHLORIDE PAGE 3 PAGE 4 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: 12/14 DYSPROSIUM (III) CHLORIDE PAGE 4