# Germanium Isotope SDS — Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide

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- **Document title:** Germanium Isotope SDS — Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide
- **Publisher:** Neonest AB
- **Material:** Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide
- **CAS number:** 1310\-53\-8
- **Product code / grade:** Enriched isotope
- **Document type:** SDS
- **Original language:** English
- **Region:** Sweden
- **Revision date:** 11\-Jan\-2020
- **Page count:** 9
- **Original filename:** germanium\-oxide\-safety\-data\-sheet\-germanium\-sds\-germanium\-isotope\-germanium\-enriched\-germanium\.pdf
- **RESDS page:** https://resds\.com/document/germanium\-oxide\-enriched\-germanium\-oxide\-sds\-37fbe17aa4
- **Original PDF:** https://resds\.com/pdf/germanium\-oxide\-enriched\-germanium\-oxide\-sds\-37fbe17aa4\.pdf
- **Source URL:** https://www\.buyisotope\.com/sds/germanium\-oxide\-safety\-data\-sheet\-germanium\-sds\-germanium\-isotope\-germanium\-enriched\-germanium\.pdf
- **Description:** Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide, published by Neonest AB\.

## Page 1

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Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide,
Enriched Germanium Oxide 
According to ISO 11014:2010
First Print Date: 05-March-2015
Revision Date: 11-Jan-2020
Version: 1.1.1. 
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide   https://www.buyisotope.com   Page 1/9 
Section 1:   Identification of the Substance/Mixture and of the Company/Undertaking 
Product Identifier: 
Identification as on the label/Trade name:   Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide. 
Molecular weight:   104.59 
Chemical formula:   GeO 2 
Synonyms:   Germanium Dioxide, Germanium (IV) Oxide, Germania, Germanic Acid. 
Details of the supplier of the Safety Data Sheet: 
Neonest AB 
Storgatan 70C, Solna 
SE-17152 
Sweden 
Contact details: 
+46-76-219-9731 
24-hour Emergency Contact: 
Swedish Poisons Centre 
Phone: 112 - Ask for Poisons Information, 112   –   begär Giftinformation . 
Other International Contacts: 
CHEMTREC 24-hour: +1-703-741-5500 (US + Worldwide) 
NHS: 111 (UK) 
Charite: +49 30 450 531 000 (Netherlands) 
INTCF: +34 917689800 (Spain) 
CapTv: +33 1 40 05 48 48 (France) 
Section 2: Hazards Identification 
Classification of the substances or mixture: 
The mixture is classified according to:   Regulation EC 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP] 
Hazard classes/Hazard categories:   Hazard statement: 
Reproductive Toxicity (Category 2)   H361 
STOT RE (Category 2)   H373 
Aquatic Acute (Category 1)   H400 
Aquatic Chronic (Category 3)   H412 
Label elements: 
Hazard pictograms: 
Signal Words:   Warning.
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Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide,
Enriched Germanium Oxide 
According to ISO 11014:2010
First Print Date: 05-March-2015
Revision Date: 11-Jan-2020
Version: 1.1.1. 
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide   https://www.buyisotope.com   Page 2/9 
Hazard Statements: 
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. 
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. 
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. 
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. 
Precautionary Statements: 
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. 
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. 
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. 
P273 Avoid release to the environment. 
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. 
P391 Collect spillage. 
P405 Store locked up. 
Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients 
Substance/Mixture:   Substance. 
Ingredients: 
Substance   name   (IUPAC/EC)   CAS - No.   Concentration 
% by weight 
Classification 
EC1272/2008 EC - No. 
Germanium dioxide 
1310-53-8 
>99.9% 
Repr. 2   H361 
STOT RE 2   H373
Aquatic Acute 1   H400 
Aquatic Chronic 3H412 
215-180-8 
For explanation of abbreviations see Section 16. 
Section 4: First - Aid Measures 
Description of first aid measures: 
General information:   In case of persisting adverse effects, consult a physician. Remove contaminated clothing and
shoes immediately, and launder thoroughly before reusing. 
After inhalation:   Ensure supply of fresh air. 
After skin contact:   In case of contact with skin wash off with soap and water. 
After eye contact:   Remove contact lenses. Rinse eye thoroughly under running water keeping eyelids wide open and
protecting the unaffected eye (at least 10 to 15 min.). In case of irritation consult an ophthalmologist. 
After ingestion:   Rinse out mouth and give plenty of water to drink. Induce vomiting if patient is conscious, seek
medical advice. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a doctor immediately. 
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: 
None known. 
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:   Treat symptomatically.
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Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide,
Enriched Germanium Oxide 
According to ISO 11014:2010
First Print Date: 05-March-2015
Revision Date: 11-Jan-2020
Version: 1.1.1. 
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide   https://www.buyisotope.com   Page 3/9 
Section 5: Fire - Fighting Measures 
Extinguisher media: 
Suitable extinguishing media:   Product itself is non-combustible; adapt fire extinguishing measures to surrounding
areas. 
Unsuitable extinguishing media:   High power water jet. 
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:   None known. 
Advice for firefighters:   No special measures necessary. 
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures 
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: 
For non-emergency personnel:   Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 (Handling and storage) and 8
(Exposure controls/personal protection). Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation. 
For emergency responders:   No data available. Personal protective equipment (PPE) - see Section 8 (Exposure
controls/personal protection). 
Environmental precautions:   Do not discharge into the drains/surface waters/groundwater. 
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: 
Take up mechanically. Avoid raising dust. Send in suitable containers for recovery or disposal. 
Section 7: Handling and Storage 
Precautions for safe handling: 
Advice on safe handling:   Provide good ventilation of working area (local exhaust ventilation, if necessary). Avoid the
formation and deposition of dust. 
General protective and hygiene measures:   Do not eat, drink or smoke during work time. Keep away from foodstuffs
and beverages. Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately. Wash hands before breaks and after work. Do not
inhale dust. 
Advice on protection against fire and explosion:   No special measures necessary. 
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: 
Technical measures and storage conditions:   Keep container tightly closed, well-ventilated place. Store in a dry place. 
Requirements for storage rooms and vessels:   Containers which are opened must be carefully closed and kept upright
to prevent leakage. 
Advice on storage assembly:   None known. 
Specific end use(s):   No data available. 
Section 8: Exposure Controls/ Perso nal Protection 
Control parameters: 
Occupational exposure limits:   No exposure limits established. 
Exposure controls: 
Appropriate engineering controls:   Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
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Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide,
Enriched Germanium Oxide 
According to ISO 11014:2010
First Print Date: 05-March-2015
Revision Date: 11-Jan-2020
Version: 1.1.1. 
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide   https://www.buyisotope.com   Page 4/9 
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment: 
Respiratory protection:   If workplace exposure limits are exceeded, a respiratory protection approved for this
particular job must be worn. In case of dust formation, take appropriate measures for breathing protection in the
event workplace threshold values are not specified. Respirator P3. 
Eye / face protection:   Safety glasses (EN 166). 
Hand protection:   Use protective gloves (DIN EN 374). Before use, the protective gloves should be tested in any case
for its specific work-station suitability (i.e. mechanical resistance, product compatibility and antistatic properties).
Adhere to the manufacturer's instructions and information relating to the use, storage, care and replacement of
protective gloves. Protective gloves shall be replaced immediately when physically damaged or worn. Design
operations thus to avoid permanent use of protective gloves. 
Other:   Chemical-resistant work clothes. 
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties 
Information on basic physical and chemical properties 
Appearance (form):   Solid. 
Colour:   White. 
Odour:   Odourless. 
Odour threshold:   No data available. 
pH (concentration):   No data available. 
Melting point/range (° C):   1,115   °C 
Boiling point/range (° C):   No data available. 
Flash point (° C):   No data available. 
Evaporation rate:   No data available. 
Flammability (solid, gas):   Non-flammable. 
Ignition temperature (° C):   No data available. 
Upper/lower flammability/explosive limits:   No data available. 
Vapour pressure (20   ° C):   No data available. 
Vapour density:   No data available. 
Relative densi ty (25 ° C):   4.228 
Water solubility (g/L) at 25   ° C:   4.53 mg/L 
n-Octanol/Water partition coefficient : No data available. 
Auto-ignition temperature:   No data available. 
Decomposition temperature:   No data available. 
Viscosity, dynamic (mPa s):   No data available. 
Explosive properties:   The substance or mixture is not classified as explosive. 
Oxidising properties:   The substance or mixture is not classified as oxidizing. 
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity 
Reactivity:   No data available. 
Chemical stability:   Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (See section 7 Handling and storage). 
Possibility of hazardous reactions:   Dangerous reactions are not to be expected when handling product according to
its intended use. 
Conditions to avoid:   None, if handled according to order. 
Incompatible materials:   None known. 
Hazardous decomposition products:   No hazardous decomposition products known.
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Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide,
Enriched Germanium Oxide 
According to ISO 11014:2010
First Print Date: 05-March-2015
Revision Date: 11-Jan-2020
Version: 1.1.1. 
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide   https://www.buyisotope.com   Page 5/9 
Section 11: Toxicological Information 
Information on toxicological effects: 
Not classified based on available information. 
Classification according to GHS (1272/2008/EG, CLP) 
Skin corrosion/irritation: 
Not classified based on available information. 
Serious eye damage/eye irritation: 
Not classified based on available information. 
Respiratory or skin sensitisation: 
Not classified based on available information. 
Germ cell mutagenicity: 
Not classified based on available information. 
Carcinogenicity: 
Not classified based on available information. 
Reproductive toxicity: 
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. 
Specific target organ toxicity   –   single exposure (STOT): 
Not classified based on available information. 
Specific target organ toxicity (STOT)   –   repeated exposure: 
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. 
Aspiration toxicity: 
Not classified based on available information. 
Section 12: Ecological Information 
Toxicity:   No data available. 
Persistence and degradability:   No data available. 
Bioaccumulative potential:   No data available. 
Mobility in soil:   No data available. 
Results of PBT& vPvB assessment:   No data available. 
Other adverse effects:   No data available. 
Section 13: Disposal Considerations 
Product:   Allocation of a waste code number, according to the European Waste Catalogue, should be carried out in
agreement with the regional waste disposal company. Dispose of according to all applicable regulations upon
consultation of the local competent authorities and the disposer in a suitable and authorised disposal facility. 
Packaging:   Residuals must be removed from packaging and when emptied completely disposed of in accordance with
the regulations for waste removal. Incompletely emptied packaging must be disposed of in the form of disposal
specified by the regional disposer.
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Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide,
Enriched Germanium Oxide 
According to ISO 11014:2010
First Print Date: 05-March-2015
Revision Date: 11-Jan-2020
Version: 1.1.1. 
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide   https://www.buyisotope.com   Page 6/9 
Sec tion 14: Transport Information 
UN number:   Not regulated as a dangerous good. 
UN proper shipping name:   Not regulated as a dangerous good. 
Transport hazard class(es):   Not regulated as a dangerous good. 
Packing group:   Not regulated as a dangerous good. 
Environmental hazards:   Not regulated as a dangerous good. 
Special precautions for user:   Not dangerous goods in the meaning of ADR/RID, ADN, IMDG-Code, ICAO/IATA-DGR. 
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of Marpol and the IBC Code:   Not applicable. 
Section 15: Regulatory Information 
EU regulations: 
Regulation (EC) No. 1005/2009 on substances that deplete the ozone layer, Annex I and II, as amended 
Not listed. 
Regulation (EC) No. 850/2004 on persistent organic pollutants, Annex I 
Not listed. 
Regulation (EU) No. 649/2012 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex I, Part 1 as
amended 
Not listed. 
Regulation (EU) No. 649/2012 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex I, Part 2 as
amended 
Not listed. 
Regulation (EU) No. 649/2012 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex I, Part 3 as
amended 
Not listed. 
Regulation (EU) No. 649/2012 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex V as amended 
Not listed. 
Regulation (EC) No. 166/2006 Annex II Pollutant Release and Transfer Registry 
Not listed. 
Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, REACH Article 59(10) Candidate List as currently published by ECHA 
Not listed. 
Authorisations: 
Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, REACH Annex XIV Substances subject to authorization, as amended 
Not listed. 
Restrictions on use: 
Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 Annex XVII Substances subject to restriction on marketing and use 
Not regulated. 
Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, REACH Annex XVII Substances subject to restriction on marketing and use as
amended 
Not listed. 
Directive 2004/37/EC on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens and mutagens
at work 
Not regulated.
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Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide,
Enriched Germanium Oxide 
According to ISO 11014:2010
First Print Date: 05-March-2015
Revision Date: 11-Jan-2020
Version: 1.1.1. 
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide   https://www.buyisotope.com   Page 7/9 
Directive 92/85/EEC: on the safety and health of pregnant workers and workers who have recently given birth or
are breastfeeding. 
Not regulated. 
Other EU regulations: 
Directive 2012/18/EU on major accident hazards involving dangerous substances 
Not listed. 
Directive 98/24/EC on the protection of the health and safety of workers from the risks related to chemical agents
at work. 
Always applicable. 
Directive 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at work 
Not listed. 
Additional Information: 
SARA 302 Components:   No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III,
Section 302. 
SARA 313 Components:   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. 
SARA 311/312 Hazards:   Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard. 
Massachusetts Right to Know Components:   No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act. 
Pennsylvania Right to Know Components:   Germanium dioxide / CAS No. 1310-53-8 
New Jersey Right to Know Components:   Germanium dioxide / CAS No. 1310-53-8 
California Prop. 65 Components:   This product does not contain any chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm. 
Chemical safety assessment:   No Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out. 
Section 16: Other Information 
List of abbreviations: 
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists 
ADR European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road 
ALARA As Low As Is Reasonably Achievable 
AMU Atomic Mass Unit 
ANSI American National Standards Institute 
BLS Basic Life Support 
CAM Continuous Air Monitor 
CAS Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society) 
CEN European Committee for Standardization 
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act 
CLP Classification, Labelling and Packaging (European Union) 
CPR Controlled Products Regulations (Canada) 
CWA Clean Water Act (USA) 
DAC Derived Air Concentration (USA) 
DOE United States Department of Energy (USA) 
DOT United States Department of Transportation (USA) 
DSL Domestic Substances List (Canada) 
EC50 Half Maximal Effective Concentration
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Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide,
Enriched Germanium Oxide 
According to ISO 11014:2010
First Print Date: 05-March-2015
Revision Date: 11-Jan-2020
Version: 1.1.1. 
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide   https://www.buyisotope.com   Page 8/9 
EINECS European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances 
EHS Environmentally Hazardous Substance 
ELINCS European List of Notified Chemical Substances 
EMS Emergency Response Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods 
EPA Environmental Protection Agency (USA) 
EPCRA Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) of 1986 
GHS Globally Harmonized System 
HMIS Hazardous Materials Identification System (USA) 
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer 
IATA International Air Transport Association 
IBC Intermediate Bulk Containers 
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization 
IDLH Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health 
IMDG International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods 
LC50 Lethal concentration, 50 percent 
LD50 Lethal dose, 50 percent 
LDLO Lethal Dose Low 
LOEC Lowest-Observed-Effective Concentration 
MARPOL International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships 
MSHA Mine Safety and Health Administration (USA) 
NCRP National Council on Radiation Protection & Measurements (USA) 
NDSL Non-Domestic Substances List (Canada) 
NFPA National Fire Protection Association (USA) 
NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (USA) 
NOEC No Observed Effect Concentration 
N.O.S. Not Otherwise Specified 
NRC Nuclear Regulatory Commission (USA) 
NTP National Toxicology Program (USA) 
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration (USA) 
PBT Persistent Bioaccumulative and Toxic Chemical 
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit 
PIH Poisonous by Inhalation Hazard 
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (USA) 
RCT Radiation Control Technician 
REACH Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (Europe) 
RID Regulations Concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail 
RTECS Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances 
SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (USA) 
TDG Transportation of Dangerous Goods (Canada) 
TIH Toxic by Inhalation Hazard 
TLV Threshold Limit Value 
TPQ Threshold Planning Quantity 
TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act 
TWA Time Weighted Average 
UN United Nations (Number) 
VOC Volatile Organic Compound 
vPvB Very Persistent Very Bioaccumulative Chemical
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Safety Data Sheet for Germanium Oxide,
Enriched Germanium Oxide 
According to ISO 11014:2010
First Print Date: 05-March-2015
Revision Date: 11-Jan-2020
Version: 1.1.1. 
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Germanium Oxide, Enriched Germanium Oxide   https://www.buyisotope.com   Page 9/9 
WGK Wassergefährdungsklassen (Germany: Water Hazard Classes) 
WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System 
References: 
Not available. 
Full text of any H-statements not written out in full under Sections 2 to 15: 
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. 
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. 
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. 
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. 
Revision information: 
None. 
Training information: 
Follow training instructions when handling this material. 
Further Information: 
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at
the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing,
storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The
information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in
combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.
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