Gadolinium Boride Powder — Safety Data Sheet — US Research Nanomaterials PAGE 1 Gadolinium Boride Powder US Research Nanomaterials, Inc. www.us-nano.com SAFETY DATA SHEET Revised Date 4/25/2022 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 1.1 Product identifiers Product name: Gadolinium Boride Powder Product Number : US8329 CAS#: 12008-06-9 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Identified uses : Research, synthesis of nanomaterial dispersions, Laboratory chemicals 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Company: US Research Nanomaterials, Inc. 3302 Twig Leaf Lane Houston, TX 77084 USA Telephone: +1 832-460-3661 Fax: +1 281-492-8628 1.4 Emergency telephone number Emergency Phone # : (832) 359-7887 PAGE 2 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Eye irritation (Category 2A), H319 2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements Pictogram Signal word Warning Hazard Statement(s) H315 Causes skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation H335 May cause respiratory irritation Precautionary statement(s) P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautious with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. 2.3 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS None PAGE 3 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 3.1 Substances Formula : GdB6 EC No.: 234-530-0 Molecular weight : 222.12 g/mol Hazardous components For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1 Description of first aid measures General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician. In case of skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician. In case of eye contact Flush eyes with water as a precaution. If swallowed Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labeling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed PAGE 4 no data available 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture No data available 5.3 Advice for firefighters Wear self contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary. 5.4 Further information Use water spray to cool unopened containers. PAGE 5 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. For personal protection see section 8. 6.2 Environmental precautions Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Sweep up and shovel. Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wetbrushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. 6.4 Reference to other sections For disposal see section 13. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1 Precautions for safe handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist. Use explosion-proof equipment. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Take measures to prevent the buildup of electrostatic charge. For precautions see section 2.2. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Handle and store under inert gas. Air-, heat-, and moisture-sensitive. Keep in a dry place. 7.3 Specific end use(s) Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated PAGE 6 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1 Control parameters Components with workplace control parameters Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values 8.2 Exposure controls Appropriate engineering controls Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. Personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Skin protection Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. Body Protection Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Control of environmental exposure Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. PAGE 7 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties a) Appearance: Form: solid b) Odor: No data available c) Odor Threshold: no data available d) pH: no data available e) Melting point/freezing point: Melting point/range: no data available f) Initial boiling point and boiling range: no data available g) Flash point: No data available h) Evaporation rate: no data available i) Flammability (solid, gas): no data available j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available k) Vapor pressure: No data available l) Vapor density: no data available m) Relative density: no data available n) Water solubility: no data available o) Partition coefficient - noctanol/water: No data available p) Auto-ignition temperature: No data available q) Decomposition temperature: no data available r) Viscosity: no data available s) Explosive properties: no data available t) Oxidizing properties: no data available 9.2 Other safety information PAGE 8 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1 Reactivity no data available 10.2 Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions. 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions No data available 10.4 Conditions to avoid Exposure to moisture Heat, flames and sparks. Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight. 10.5 Incompatible materials Acids, Oxygen, Strong oxidizing agents, Halogens, Phosphorus 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products No data available In the event of fire: see section 5 PAGE 9 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 11.1 Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity no data available Dermal: No data available No data available Skin corrosion/irritation No data available Serious eye damage/eye irritation No data available Respiratory or skin sensitization No data available Germ cell mutagenicity No data available Carcinogenicity no data available PAGE 10 Reproductive toxicity No data available Aspiration hazard No data available Additional Information no data available 12.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 12.1 Toxicity no data available 12.2 Persistence and degradability No data available 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential No data available 12.4 Mobility in soil no data available 12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted 12.6 Other adverse effects no data available PAGE 11 13.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 13.1 Waste treatment methods Product no data available Contaminated packaging Dispose of as unused product. 14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION DOT (US) Poison Inhalation Hazard: No IMDG no data available 15.REGULATORY INFORMATION SARA 302 Components SARA 302: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302. SARA 313 Components SARA 313: 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 No SARA Hazards PAGE 12 16.OTHER INFORMATION Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3. Further information The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them, and should make independent judgment of suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the health and safety of employees. This information is furnished without warranty, and any use of the product not in conformance with this Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product or process, is the responsibility of the user.