# Samarium\(III\) Oxide – Safety Data Sheet

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- **Document title:** Samarium\(III\) Oxide – Safety Data Sheet
- **Publisher:** Stanford Advanced Materials
- **Material:** Samarium\(III\) oxide
- **CAS number:** 12060\-58\-1
- **Product code / grade:** Version 3\.0
- **Document type:** SDS
- **Original language:** English
- **Region:** United States
- **Revision date:** 09/04/2017
- **Page count:** 6
- **Original filename:** sam\-sm2o3\.pdf
- **RESDS page:** https://resds\.com/document/samarium\-iii\-oxide\-en\-a0526a7535
- **Original PDF:** https://resds\.com/pdf/samarium\-iii\-oxide\-en\-a0526a7535\.pdf
- **Source URL:** https://www\.samaterials\.com/pdf/Samarium\-Oxide\-%28Sm2O3%29\-sds\.pdf
- **Description:** Collected by RESDS\. Original publisher PDF retained\. Original Stanford Advanced Materials SDS for samarium\(III\) oxide, CAS 12060\-58\-1\. Revision 4 September 2017, version 3\.0\. Publication authorization confirmed by the RESDS site owner on 14 September 2026\.

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                                                                                                                                                samaterials.com
                                     SAFETY DATA SHEET
                                                                                                                                  Version
                                                                                                                                 3.0 Revision Date
                                                                                                                              09/04/2017

  1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
  1.1   Product identifiers
        Product name                          : Samarium(III) oxide
       Brand                                      : SAM

       CAS-No.                                  : 12060-58-1
1.2   Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
          Identified uses                       :   Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

1.3   Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
                                       Stanford Advanced
      Company                                 :  Materials
                                 23661 Birtcher Dr.
                                 Lake Forest, CA 92630
                           USA
        Telephone                               : +1 (949) 407-8904
       Fax                                          : +1 (949) 812-6690
1.4   Emergency telephone number
       Emergency Phone #             :  +1 (949) 407-8904

  2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1   Classification of the substance or mixture
      Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
2.2  GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
      Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
2.3   Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS - none

  3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1   Substances
        Molecular weight                   :  348.70 g/mol
       CAS-No.                                :  12060-58-1
       EC-No.                                  :  235-043-6
     No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.




  4. FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1   Description of first aid measures
          If inhaled
           If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
       In case of skin contact
     Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
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       In case of eye contact
      Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
          If swallowed
      Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
4.2   Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
     The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11

4.3   Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
     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
     No data available

  6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1   Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
      Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas.
      For personal protection see section 8.
6.2   Environmental precautions
     Do not let product enter drains.
6.3   Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
     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 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. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed
     and kept upright to prevent leakage.
     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

  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
        General industrial hygiene practice.



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      Personal protective equipment
           Eye/face protection
          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
            Impervious clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and
          amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
           Respiratory protection
             Respiratory protection not required. For nuisance exposures use type OV/AG (US) or type ABEK (EU
        EN 14387) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under
             appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
           Control of environmental exposure
         Do not let product enter drains.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1   Information on basic physical and chemical properties
       a)  Appearance            Form: powder
       b)  Odour              No data available
       c)  Odour Threshold      No data available
       d)  pH                No data available
       e)  Melting point/freezing   No data available
            point
          f)    Initial boiling point and   No data available
            boiling range
       g)  Flash point          No data available
       h)  Evaporation rate       No data available
           i)   Flammability (solid, gas) No data available
           j)   Upper/lower          No data available
           flammability or
           explosive limits
       k)  Vapour pressure       No data available
           l)  Vapour density        No data available
     m)  Relative density         8.35 g/mL at 25 °C (77 °F)
       n)  Water solubility        No data available
       o)  Partition coefficient: n-   No data available
           octanol/water
       p)  Auto-ignition         No data available
          temperature
       q)  Decomposition        No data available
          temperature
         r)   Viscosity            No data available
        s)  Explosive properties    No data available
          t)   Oxidizing properties    No data available



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9.2   Other safety information
     No data available

  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
     No data available
10.5  Incompatible materials
      Strong oxidizing agents
10.6  Hazardous decomposition products
      Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Samarium Oxides
       In the event of fire: see section 5

  11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
  11.1  Information on toxicological effects
       Acute toxicity
     No data available
       Inhalation: 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 sensitisation
     No data available
     Germ cell mutagenicity
     No data available
        Carcinogenicity
       IARC:    No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified
                  as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
       ACGIH:   No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
                 a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.
       NTP:     No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
                 a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
       OSHA:    No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
                 a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.
      Reproductive toxicity
     No data available
     No data available
      Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
     No data available
      Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
     No data available

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      Aspiration hazard
     No data available
      Additional Information
     RTECS: Not available
     To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

  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

  13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste treatment methods
       Product
         Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
       Contaminated packaging
        Dispose of as unused product.

  14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
     DOT (US)
       Not dangerous goods

      IMDG
       Not dangerous goods

      IATA
       Not dangerous goods

  15. REGULATORY 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
     No SARA Hazards
     Massachusetts Right To Know Components
     No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
      Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
                                                           CAS-No.            Revision Date
        Samarium (III) oxide                                          12060-58-1

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   New Jersey Right To Know Components
                                                         CAS-No.            Revision Date
      Samarium (III) oxide                                          12060-58-1
     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.


16. OTHER INFORMATION
   HMIS Rating
      Health hazard:           0
      Chronic Health Hazard:
       Flammability:            0
       Physical Hazard          0
   NFPA Rating
      Health hazard:           0
       Fire Hazard:             0
       Reactivity Hazard:        0
      Further information
      This material safety data sheet is offered solely for your information, consideration, and investigation. Stanford
      Advanced Materials provides no warranties, either express or implied, and assumes no responsibility for the
      accuracy or completeness of the data contained herein.





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