# Thulium \(III\) Chloride Hydrate – ProChem SDS

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- **Document title:** Thulium \(III\) Chloride Hydrate – ProChem SDS
- **Publisher:** ProChem, Inc\.
- **Material:** Thulium \(III\) Chloride Hydrate
- **CAS number:** 19423\-86\-0
- **Product code / grade:** 3598
- **Document type:** SDS
- **Original language:** English
- **Region:** United States
- **Revision date:** 10/14
- **Page count:** 3
- **Original filename:** prochem\-thuliumchloride\-3598\.pdf
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- **Description:** Collected by RESDS\. Original publisher PDF retained\. Original ProChem SDS for Thulium \(III\) Chloride Hydrate\. Product number 3598; revision 10/14\. Publication authorized by the user on 2026\-09\-14\.

## Page 1

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 SECTION 1     PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

 PRODUCT NAME:    Thulium (III) Chloride Hydrate

 PRODUCT NUMBER:  3598

 CAS NUMBER:        19423-86-0

 SYNONYMS:         Thulium Trichloride Hydrate

 MANUFACTURER:


 Prochem, Inc.                                         PHONE:        815-398-1788
 826 Roosevelt Road                                          FAX:           815-398-1810
 Rockford, IL  61109                                     TOLL FREE:    800-795-8788

                    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/vapors/spray.
 P302+P352            IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
 P305+P351+P338      IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with waster for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to
                        do. Continue rinsing.
 P501                Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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

 EYE CONTACT: May cause mild irritation to the eyes.
 SKIN CONTACT: May cause slight irritation of the skin.
 INHALATION: May cause irritation of the respiratory tract.
 INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed.




THULIUM (III) CHLORIDE HYDRATE                                                          PAGE 1
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## Page 2

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SECTION 3      COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

 Formula: TmCl3  XH2O

 Molecular Weight: 275.29 (anhy.)


 CHEMICAL NAME                                           CAS#                               %


 Thulium (III) Chloride Hydrate                                             19423-86-0                                              100

SECTION 4   FIRST AID MEASURES

 EYE EXPOSURE: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. A victim may need
 assistance in keeping their eyelids open. Get immediate medical attention.
 SKIN EXPOSURE: Wash the affected area with copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical
 assistance if irritation persists.
 INHALATION: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest.  If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.  If not breathing, give artificial
 respiration. Get medical attention if necessary.
 INGESTION: Seek medical attention 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 available
 EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not available
 EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Use fire fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.
 SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained, approved breathing apparatus and full protective clothing,
 including eye protection and boots.
 HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride gas and thulium oxides

SECTION 6   ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

 PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep unprotected
 persons away.
 ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent spillage from entering drains or allowing to be released into the environment.
 METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium
 carbonate and swept up.

SECTION 7   HANDLING AND STORAGE

 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep
 container tightly closed.
 CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Hygroscopic. Store under dry inert gas. Protect
 from humidity and water.

SECTION 8  EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

 EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
 EYE PROTECTION: Wear chemical safety glasses or goggles.
 SKIN PROTECTION: Wear nitrile or rubber gloves, apron, or lab coat.
 VENTILATION: Provide local exhaust, preferably mechanical.
 RESPIRATOR: Use an approved respirator.
 ADDITIONAL PROTECTION: Provide eyewash stations, quick-drench showers and washing facilities accessible to areas of use and
 handling.





THULIUM (III) CHLORIDE HYDRATE                                                          PAGE 2
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## Page 3

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SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

 COLOR AND FORM: Green crystals
 ODOR: None
 MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 275.29 (anhy.)
 BOILING POINT: Not available
 MELTING POINT: Not available
 SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Not available
 SOLUBILITY: Soluble

SECTION 10  STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

 STABILITY: Stable
 HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
 CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Moisture
 INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases, and active metals.
 DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride gas and thulium oxides


SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA


 ACUTE TOXICITY: Not available
 CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified a carcinogen.
 MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
 TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
 RTECS: XP0525000

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

SECTION 12  ECOLOGICAL DATA

 No data available.

SECTION 13  DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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

SECTION 14  TRANSPORTATION DATA

 Not a dangerous good.


SECTION 15  REGULATORY INFORMATION

 TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory

 SARA 302/304: Not Listed

 SARA 311/312: Not available

 SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed

 CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed


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 PREPARED: 10/14



THULIUM (III) CHLORIDE HYDRATE                                                          PAGE 3
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