# Yttrium \(III\) chloride, anhydrous – ProChem SDS

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- **Document title:** Yttrium \(III\) chloride, anhydrous – ProChem SDS
- **Publisher:** ProChem, Inc\.
- **Material:** Yttrium \(III\) chloride, anhydrous
- **CAS number:** 10361\-92\-9
- **Product code / grade:** 3844
- **Document type:** SDS
- **Original language:** English
- **Region:** United States
- **Revision date:** 07/26
- **Page count:** 4
- **Original filename:** prochem\-yttriumchlorideanhydrous\-3844\.pdf
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 SECTION 1     PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME:    Yttrium (III) chloride, anhydrous

PRODUCT NUMBER:  3844

CAS NUMBER:        10361-92-9

SYNONYMS:           Yttrium trichloride

MANUFACTURER:

ProChem, Inc.                                        PHONE:        815-398-1788
826 Roosevelt Road                                     TOLL FREE:    800-795-8788
Rockford, IL 61109

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SECTION 2    HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE



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Signal Word         Warning

Hazard Statements

H315              Causes skin irritation.
H319              Causes serious eye irritation.
H335             May cause serious respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Phrases

P261                Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P280              Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
P302+P352            IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P304+P340            IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P305+P351+P338     IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy
                         to do. Continue rinsing.
P333+P313                   If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention

HMIS CLASSIFICATION:
Health: 1            Flammability: 0                  Reactivity: 0
NFPA RATING:
Health: 1              Fire: 0                           Reactivity Hazard: 0

EYE CONTACT: Causes serious irritation to the eyes.
SKIN CONTACT: Causes slight irritation of the skin.



YTTRIUM (III) CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS                                                             PAGE 1
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  INHALATION: Inhalation of dust leads to irritation of the respiratory tract.
  INGESTION: No information available on long-term chronic effects.


  SECTION 3      COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

   Formula: YCl3

   Molecular Weight: 195.26


   CHEMICAL NAME                                                 CAS#                          %


    Yttrium (III) chloride, anhydrous                                                     10361-92-9                                     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, 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: Product is not flammable.
  AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable
  EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not applicable
  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 yttrium oxide

  SECTION 6   ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

  PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear approved personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing dust, vapors, 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: To avoid raising dust, small spills may be mixed with
   diatomaceous earth, sand, vermiculite, or other suitable inert material and swept up.

  SECTION 7   HANDLING AND STORAGE

  PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Wear personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of
   dust. Ensure adequate ventilation.
  CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store solid in a tightly sealed container away from moisture, water, and oxidizing agents.
   Handle under a dry atmosphere of air or nitrogen. Prolonged exposure to the atmosphere may degrade the product. Hygroscopic.

  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 19-10.134.





YTTRIUM (III) CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS                                                             PAGE 2
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SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

COLOR AND FORM: White powder
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 195.26 (anhy.)
BOILING POINT: 1507°C
MELTING POINT: 721°C
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.67
VAPOR PRESSURE: No data
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble

SECTION 10  STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: No hazardous polymerization
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Contact with moisture
INCOMPATIBILITY: Water, moisture, and oxidizing agents.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride gas and yttrium oxide


SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY: Intraperitoneal (rat); LD50: 45 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 88 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (guinea pig);
LD50: 8 mg/kg. LD50 Oral – Rat – female - >=2,000 mg/kg. LD50 Dermal – Rat – male and female - >2,000 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: Not available
TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: No data available
RTECS: ZG3150000

To the best of our knowledge the toxicological effects of this compound have not been fully investigated.

SECTION 12  ECOLOGICAL DATA

TOXICITY: Toxicity to fish: Semi-static test LC50 – Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) – 0.62 mg/l – 96h.

SECTION 13  DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

 Dispose of in according to local, state, and federal regulations.


SECTION 14  TRANSPORTATION DATA

 Non-hazardous material




YTTRIUM (III) CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS                                                             PAGE 3
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SECTION 15  REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA 313 COMPONENTS: This material does not contain any chemical components with know CAS numbers that exceed the
threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.
SARA 302 COMPONENTS: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 311/312 HAZARDS: No SARA hazards.

MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right To Know Act.
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: 07/26
REVISION SUMMARY: Fax number removed. Updated the following Sections #2- Precautionary Phrases. Section #11 – Added to
Acute Toxicity. Section #12 – Added Toxicity statement. All other details in the document about the product remain unchanged. –
Revised by EHS 7/26
Reviewed/Approved 6/26
SDS DEPT.





YTTRIUM (III) CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS                                                             PAGE 4
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