EMS CATALOG NO: 22400
EMS PRODUCT: Uranyl Acetate
DATE: 08/12/2001
PAGE NUMBER: One of 3
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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HEALTH HAZARDS: Very toxic by ingestion and if inhaled as
dust. Toxic by skin contact if skin is cut
or abraded. Danger of cumulative effects.
TOXICITY DATA: LD50 oral rat: 204 mg/kg (solid)
CARCINOGENICITY: Should be treated as a suspected carcinogen.
MUTAGENICITY/
TERATOGENISITY: May cause adverse mutageneic or teratogenic
effects.
EYES: Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 10
minutes. If discomfort persists obtain medical
attention.
LUNGS: Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. In
severe cases obtain medical attention.
SKIN: Wash off skin thoroughly with water. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. In
severe cases, OBTAIN MEDICAL ATTENTION.
MOUTH: Wash out mouth thoroughly with water and give
plenty of water to drink. OBTAIN MEDICAL
ATTENTION.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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STABILITY: Stable.
REACTION WITH WATER: None.
OTHER KNOWN HAZARDS: No data.
AVOID CONTACT WITH: Water: No.
Acids: No.
Bases: No.
Oxidizers: Yes.
Combustibles: No.
NFPA RATINGS: Never rated - depleted/low radioactive.
Mix with sand, transfer carefully to container and arrange removal by
disposal company. Wash site of spillage thoroughly with water and
detergent. For large spillages liquids should be contained with sand
or earth and both treated as for small spillages. If material has
entered surface drains it may be necessary to inform local
authorities, including fire service if flammable.
DISPOSAL: Disposal of through local authorities if appropriate
facilities are available, otherwise pass to chemical
disposal company.
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UK Exposure Limits: OES, mg/m3 (Long Term 8hr TWA) - 0.2
Respirator: Dust respirator.
Ventilation: Extraction hood.
Gloves: Rubber or plastic.
Eye Protection: Goggles or face shield.
Other Measures: Plastic apron, sleeves, boots - if handling
large quantities.
ECOLOGICAL DATA: Not implemented.
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STORAGE AND HANDLING
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Special Requirements:
As required by the Ionizing Radiations Regulations 1985 and the
Radioactive Substances Act 1960. Keep in metal outer container.
Users must give at least 28 days notice to the Health and Safety
Executive before working for the first time with more than 260g
(as U).
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