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Check the original PDF for safety information. - **Document title:** Lanthanum \(III\) fluoride, anhydrous SDS – ProChem, Inc\. - **Publisher:** ProChem, Inc\. - **Material:** Lanthanum \(III\) fluoride, anhydrous - **CAS number:** 13709\-38\-1 - **Product code / grade:** Not stated - **Document type:** SDS - **Original language:** English - **Region:** United States - **Revision date:** 11/25 - **Page count:** 4 - **Original filename:** prochem\-2128\.LanthanumIIIFluoride\-1\.pdf - **RESDS page:** https://resds\.com/document/lanthanum\-iii\-fluoride\-anhydrous\-sds\-prochem\-en\-f4e299f4f1 - **Original PDF:** https://resds\.com/pdf/lanthanum\-iii\-fluoride\-anhydrous\-sds\-prochem\-en\-f4e299f4f1\.pdf - **Source URL:** https://prochemonline\.com/wp\-content/uploads/2021/06/2128\.LanthanumIIIFluoride\-1\.pdf - **Description:** Collected by RESDS\. Original publisher PDF retained\. Original manufacturer safety data sheet for Lanthanum \(III\) fluoride, anhydrous\. Product number: Not stated\. Original revision: 11/25\. Published under the file\-level authorization confirmed by the user for the frozen 1,125\-file manifest\. ## Page 1 ```text SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION PRODUCT NAME: Lanthanum (III) fluoride, anhydrous PRODUCT NO: 2128 CAS NO: 13709-38-1 SYNONYMS: Lanthanum trifluoride MANUFACTURER: ProChem, Inc. PHONE: 815-398-1788 826 Roosevelt Road TOLL FREE: 800-795-8788 Rockford, IL 61109 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/vapours/spray P302 + P352 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 water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present P405 Store locked up HMIS CLASSIFICATION: Health: 0 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 NFPA RATING: Health: 0 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0 EYE CONTACT: Causes severe irritation of the eyes. SKIN CONTACT: Causes irritation, with redness and pain. Soluble fluoride may be corrosive. Effects may not appear immediately. INHALATION: Irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. LANTHANUM (III) FLOURIDE PAGE 1 ``` ## Page 2 ```text SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Cont.) INGESTION: May cause salivation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS: Prolonged exposure to water soluble fluorine compounds can cause deterioration of bone and tooth structure. ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS: Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Fluoride poisoning may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, coma, and respiratory paralysis. SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Formula: LaF3 Molecular Weight: 195.9 CHEMICAL NAME CAS# % Lanthanum (III) fluoride 13709-38-1 100 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 attention. INHALATION: Remove 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: Not applicable AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: None EXPLOSION LIMITS: None EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: None. Material if not flammable. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen fluoride, Lanthanum oxides SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES PERSONAL PRECAUATIONS: Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Do not let products enter drains. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Small spills can be mixed with powdered sodium bicarbonate, lime, or calcium carbonate and swept up. SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation. Normal measures for preventive fire protection. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in a tightly sealed container away from moisture. Handle under a dry atmosphere of air or nitrogen. Prolonged exposure to the atmosphere may degrade the product. SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION EYE PROTECTION: Always wear approved safety glasses with side shields, or safety goggles, face shield when handling a chemicals substance in the laboratory. SKIN PROTECTION: Chemical resistant gloves. LANTHANUM (III) FLOURIDE PAGE 2 ``` ## Page 3 ```text SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION (Cont.) VENTILATION: If possible, handle the material in an efficient 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. SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES COLOR AND FORM: White powder MELTING POINT: No data available BOILING POINT: No data available MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 195.9 ODOR: None SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 5.936 VAPOR PRESSURE: No data available VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1): No data available SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Slightly soluble SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY STABILITY: Stable under recommended storage conditions HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: No hazardous CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Contact with moisture INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing agents and strong acids DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen fluoride, Lanthanum oxides SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: May cause adverse reproductive effects (fetotoxicity) based on animal data. TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: No data TOXICITY DATA: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. RTECS DATA: No information available in the RTECS files. To the best of our knowledge the toxicological effects of this compound have not been fully investigated. SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL DATA Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits. Do allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course, or sewage system. SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Dispose of in according to local, state and federal regulations. SECTION 14 TRANSPORTATION DATA Non-hazardous material SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION TSCA: Listed in the TSCA Inventory LANTHANUM (III) FLOURIDE PAGE 3 ``` ## Page 4 ```text SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION (Cont.) OSHA HAZARDS: No known OSHA hazards SARA 302 COMPONENTS: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302. SARA (TITLE 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 HAZARD: No SARA hazards MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENETS: No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act. PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Lanthanum fluoride NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Lanthanum fluoride 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: 11/25 SDS DEPT. 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