# Ytterbium\(III\) oxide SDS – Thermo Fisher Scientific / Acros Organics

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- **Document title:** Ytterbium\(III\) oxide SDS – Thermo Fisher Scientific / Acros Organics
- **Publisher:** Thermo Fisher Scientific / Acros Organics
- **Material:** Ytterbium\(III\) oxide
- **CAS number:** 1314\-37\-0
- **Product code / grade:** ACR26430
- **Document type:** SDS
- **Original language:** English
- **Region:** United Kingdom
- **Revision date:** 29\-Sep\-2023
- **Page count:** 10
- **Original filename:** fishersci\-ACR26430\-Ytterbium\-oxide\-EN\.pdf
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                 SAFETY DATA SHEET
                                                   according to Regulation UK SI 2019/758 and UK SI 2020/1577 as amended

Creation Date 05-Nov-2010                   Revision Date 29-Sep-2023                         Revision Number 4


      SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE
                       COMPANY/UNDERTAKING


1.1. Product identifier

Product Description:                 Ytterbium(III) oxide
Cat No. :                         264300000; 264300100
CAS No                           1314-37-0
Molecular Formula              O3Yb2


1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Recommended Use                 Laboratory chemicals.
Uses advised against           No Information available


1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company
                        UK entity/business name
                                      Fisher Scientific UK
                                  Bishop Meadow Road,
                                  Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

                         EU entity/business name
                              Thermo Fisher Scientific
                                 Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

E-mail address                    begel.sdsdesk@thermofisher.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number
                                   For information US call: 001-800-227-6701 / Europe call: +32 14 57 52 11
                               Emergency Number US:001-201-796-7100 / Europe: +32 14 57 52 99
                         CHEMTREC Tel. No. US:001-800-424-9300 / Europe:001-703-527-3887


                   SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION


2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture



   CLP Classification - According to GB-CLP Regulations UK SI 2019/720 and UK SI 2020/1567

    Physical hazards

   Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met


    Health hazards
   Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

   Environmental hazards

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                    SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ytterbium(III) oxide                                                                     Revision Date 29-Sep-2023
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   Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met



Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16


2.2. Label elements
None required





2.3. Other hazards

    In accordance with Annex XIII of the REACH Regulation, inorganic substances do not require assessment

    This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors

           SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS


3.1. Substances

           Component             CAS No        EC No          Weight %     CLP Classification - According to
                                                                        GB-CLP Regulations UK SI 2019/720 and
                                                                       UK SI 2020/1567
         Ytterbium oxide (Yb2O3)            1314-37-0    EEC No. 215-234-0       >95                                      -





Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16

                     SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES


4.1. Description of first aid measures

Eye Contact                       Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get
                                   medical attention.

Skin Contact                  Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention
                                    immediately if symptoms occur.

Ingestion                         Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if
                               symptoms occur.

Inhalation                    Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.

Self-Protection of the First Aider   No special precautions required.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

                             None reasonably foreseeable.


4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

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                    SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ytterbium(III) oxide                                                                     Revision Date 29-Sep-2023
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Notes to Physician                  Treat symptomatically.

                   SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES


5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. Water spray, carbon
dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.

Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons
No information available.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.


Hazardous Combustion Products
None under normal use conditions.

5.3. Advice for firefighters

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.

                SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES


6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid dust formation.


6.2. Environmental precautions

Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Avoid dust formation.


6.4. Reference to other sections

Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 8 and 13.

                   SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE


7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Avoid
ingestion and inhalation. Avoid dust formation.


Hygiene Measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do
not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before
re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.


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                    SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ytterbium(III) oxide                                                                     Revision Date 29-Sep-2023
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7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store under an inert atmosphere. Protect from moisture.

Technical Rules for Hazardous Substances (TRGS) 510      Class 13
Storage Class (LGK) (Germany)




7.3. Specific end use(s)

Use in laboratories

           SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION


8.1. Control parameters

Exposure limits
This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure limits established by the region
specific regulatory bodies


Biological limit values
This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with biological limits established by the region specific
regulatory bodies



Derived No Effect Level (DNEL)  / Derived Minimum Effect Level (DMEL)
No information available





Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC)
No information available.




8.2. Exposure controls

Engineering Measures
None under normal use conditions.


Personal protective equipment
   Eye Protection              Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) (European standard - EN 166)

   Hand Protection                  Protective gloves

    Glove material     Breakthrough time  Glove thickness   EU standard             Glove comments
      Natural rubber     See manufacturers               -          EN 374             (minimum requirement)
        Nitrile rubber       recommendations
       Neoprene
       PVC
   Skin and body protection      Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Inspect gloves before use.

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                    SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ytterbium(III) oxide                                                                     Revision Date 29-Sep-2023
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Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves.
(Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information)
Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g.
sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger
of cuts, abrasion.
Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

   Respiratory Protection        No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions.


Large scale/emergency use       Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits
                                    are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced
                           Recommended Filter type: Particle filter

Small scale/Laboratory use         Maintain adequate ventilation



Environmental exposure controls  No information available.

              SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES


9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical State                        Solid

Appearance                       White
Odor                              Odorless
Odor Threshold               No data available
Melting Point/Range                2346.00 °C  / 4254.8 °F
Softening Point                No data available
Boiling Point/Range            No information available
Flammability (liquid)               Not applicable                         Solid
Flammability (solid,gas)         No information available
Explosion Limits               No data available

Flash Point                   No information available           Method - No information available
Autoignition Temperature        No data available
Decomposition Temperature      No data available
pH                         No data available
Viscosity                         Not applicable                         Solid
Water Solubility               No information available
Solubility in other solvents       No information available
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water)
Vapor Pressure                No data available
Density  / Specific Gravity        No data available
Bulk Density                  No data available
Vapor Density                     Not applicable                         Solid
Particle characteristics          No data available


9.2. Other information

Molecular Formula              O3Yb2
Molecular Weight                  394.08
Evaporation Rate                  Not applicable  - Solid


                  SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY


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                    SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ytterbium(III) oxide                                                                     Revision Date 29-Sep-2023
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10.1. Reactivity
                             None known, based on information available


10.2. Chemical stability
                                    Hygroscopic.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous Polymerization         Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Hazardous Reactions            None under normal processing.

10.4. Conditions to avoid
                                     Incompatible products. Excess heat. Avoid dust formation. Exposure to moist air or water.

10.5. Incompatible materials
                                   Strong oxidizing agents.


10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
                              None under normal use conditions.

                 SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION


11.1. Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008


Product Information            No acute toxicity information is available for this product

(a) acute toxicity;
   Oral                     No data available
   Dermal                   No data available
    Inhalation                 No data available

           Component                    LD50 Oral                LD50 Dermal             LC50 Inhalation
         Ytterbium oxide (Yb2O3)                                   -                                            -              LC50 > 1.31 mg/L  ( Rat ) 4 h



(b) skin corrosion/irritation;       No data available


(c) serious eye damage/irritation;   No data available


(d) respiratory or skin sensitization;
   Respiratory                No data available
   Skin                     No data available

(e) germ cell mutagenicity;       No data available

(f) carcinogenicity;             No data available

                                 There are no known carcinogenic chemicals in this product



(g) reproductive toxicity;         No data available


(h) STOT-single exposure;        No data available



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Ytterbium(III) oxide                                                                     Revision Date 29-Sep-2023
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(i) STOT-repeated exposure;      No data available

   Target Organs              No information available.


(j) aspiration hazard;               Not applicable
                                       Solid

Other Adverse Effects            The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

Symptoms  / effects,both acute and No information available.
delayed


11.2. Information on other hazards


Endocrine Disrupting Properties    Assess endocrine disrupting properties for human health. This product does not contain any
                              known or suspected endocrine disruptors.

                  SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION


12.1. Toxicity
Ecotoxicity effects                               .





12.2. Persistence and degradability No information available
    Degradability                  Not relevant for inorganic substances.


12.3. Bioaccumulative potential    No information available



12.4. Mobility in soil            No information available


12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB       In accordance with Annex XIII of the REACH Regulation, inorganic substances do not
assessment                          require assessment.

12.6. Endocrine disrupting
properties
Endocrine Disruptor Information    This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors



12.7. Other adverse effects
Persistent Organic Pollutant        This product does not contain any known or suspected substance
Ozone Depletion Potential           This product does not contain any known or suspected substance

                  SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS


13.1. Waste treatment methods

Waste from Residues/Unused      Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a
Products                         hazardous waste. Consult local, regional, and national hazardous waste regulations to
                                  ensure complete and accurate classification.

Contaminated Packaging          Empty remaining contents. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Do not re-use
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                    SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ytterbium(III) oxide                                                                     Revision Date 29-Sep-2023
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                                empty containers.

European Waste Catalogue (EWC)  According to the European Waste Catalog, Waste Codes are not product specific, but
                                        application specific.

Other Information                Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product
                             was used.



                  SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION


IMDG/IMO                        Not regulated

14.1. UN number
14.2. UN proper shipping name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
14.4. Packing group


ADR                             Not regulated

14.1. UN number
14.2. UN proper shipping name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
14.4. Packing group


IATA                             Not regulated

14.1. UN number
14.2. UN proper shipping name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
14.4. Packing group


14.5. Environmental hazards      No hazards identified

14.6. Special precautions for user  No special precautions required.

14.7. Maritime transport in bulk     Not applicable, packaged goods
according to IMO instruments

                  SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION


15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture



International Inventories
Europe (EINECS/ELINCS/NLP), China (IECSC), Taiwan (TCSI), Korea (KECL), Japan (ENCS), Japan (ISHL), Canada (DSL/NDSL), Australia
(AICS), New Zealand (NZIoC), Philippines (PICCS). US EPA (TSCA) - Toxic Substances Control Act, (40 CFR Part 710)

        Component          CAS No     EINECS  ELINCS    NLP    IECSC    TCSI    KECL    ENCS     ISHL
     Ytterbium oxide (Yb2O3)        1314-37-0    215-234-0        -               -       X       X     KE-35456    X       X

        Component          CAS No     TSCA    TSCA Inventory     DSL    NDSL    AICS    NZIoC    PICCS
                                                                     notification -
                                                                 Active-Inactive
     Ytterbium oxide (Yb2O3)        1314-37-0      X         ACTIVE         X              -       X       X              -


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Ytterbium(III) oxide                                                                     Revision Date 29-Sep-2023
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Legend: X - Listed  '-' - Not Listed      KECL - NIER number or KE number (http://ncis.nier.go.kr/en/main.do)


Authorisation/Restrictions according to EU REACH         Not applicable

         Component              CAS No        REACH (1907/2006) -   REACH (1907/2006) -   REACH Regulation (EC
                                               Annex XIV - Substances Annex XVII - Restrictions  1907/2006) article 59  -
                                                        Subject to Authorization  on Certain Dangerous      Candidate List of
                                                                               Substances      Substances of Very High
                                                                                               Concern (SVHC)
      Ytterbium oxide (Yb2O3)             1314-37-0                             -                                    -                                    -


Seveso III Directive (2012/18/EC)

      Component            CAS No           Seveso III Directive (2012/18/EC) -      Seveso III Directive (2012/18/EC) -
                                                      Qualifying Quantities for Major Accident  Qualifying Quantities for Safety Report
                                                                        Notification                        Requirements
  Ytterbium oxide (Yb2O3)          1314-37-0                     Not applicable                          Not applicable

Regulation (EC) No 649/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 concerning the export and
import of dangerous chemicals
Not applicable


Contains component(s) that meet a 'definition' of per & poly fluoroalkyl substance (PFAS)?
Not applicable



Take note of Directive 98/24/EC on the protection of the health and safety of workers from the risks related to chemical agents at
work  .


National Regulations

UK - Take note of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002 and 2005 Amendment

WGK Classification              See table for values

        Component           Germany - Water Classification (AwSV)                Germany - TA-Luft Class
    Ytterbium oxide (Yb2O3)                WGK2





15.2. Chemical safety assessment

A Chemical Safety Assessment/Report (CSA/CSR) has not been conducted

                     SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION


Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3

                                              Legend

CAS - Chemical Abstracts Service                          TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b)
                                                                       Inventory
EINECS/ELINCS - European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical
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                    SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ytterbium(III) oxide                                                                     Revision Date 29-Sep-2023
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Substances/EU List of Notified Chemical Substances               DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic
                                                              Substances List
PICCS - Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances  ENCS - Japanese Existing and New Chemical Substances
IECSC - Chinese Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances          AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
KECL - Korean Existing and Evaluated Chemical Substances         NZIoC - New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals


WEL - Workplace Exposure Limit                        TWA - Time Weighted Average
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists   IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer
DNEL - Derived No Effect Level                                       Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC)
RPE - Respiratory Protective Equipment                        LD50 - Lethal Dose 50%
LC50 - Lethal Concentration 50%                            EC50 - Effective Concentration 50%
NOEC - No Observed Effect Concentration                 POW - Partition coefficient Octanol:Water
PBT - Persistent, Bioaccumulative, Toxic                       vPvB - very Persistent, very Bioaccumulative


ADR - European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of    ICAO/IATA - International Civil Aviation Organization/International Air
Dangerous Goods by Road                                           Transport Association
IMO/IMDG - International Maritime Organization/International Maritime  MARPOL - International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from
Dangerous Goods Code                                            Ships
OECD - Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development    ATE - Acute Toxicity Estimate
BCF - Bioconcentration factor                           VOC - (Volatile Organic Compound)
Key literature references and sources for data
https://echa.europa.eu/information-on-chemicals
Suppliers safety data sheet, Chemadvisor - LOLI, Merck index, RTECS

Training Advice
Chemical hazard awareness training, incorporating labelling, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and
hygiene.

Creation Date                     05-Nov-2010
Revision Date                     29-Sep-2023
Revision Summary                Not applicable.

  This safety data sheet complies with Regulation UK SI 2019/758 and UK SI 2020/1577 as
                                amended.     .

                                                                                     .

                                                    Disclaimer
 The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the
 date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage,
   transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information
relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
                                 materials or in any process, unless specified in the text

                    End of Safety Data Sheet





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