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PRODUCT NAME : INDIUM METAL SEALS
1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Indium metal seals
Synonyms: None
Item Numbers : D154- 25-011, D154-25-012, D154-25-013, D154-25-014, C055-01-001
European Contact Details US Contact Details
BOC Edwards, Manor Royal, Crawley, BOC Edwards, 301 Ballardvale Street,
West Sussex, RH10 2LW, England Wilmington, MA 01887
General enquiries General enquiries
UK : +44 (0)1293 528844 +(1) 978-658-5410
France : +(33) 1 47 98 24 01 Toll Free: 1-800-848-9800
Germany : +(49) 89-991918-0
Italy : +(39) 0248-4471 24 h Emergency telephone number:
Chemtrec : 1-800-424-9300
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient % Weight CAS No Hazard class* Risk phrase*
Indium 100 7440-74-6 Not applicable Not applicable
*Hazard class & Risk phrase. These columns are only completed for ingredients which are classified as hazardous
under EU Directive (67/548/EEC, as amended) and are present in sufficient concentration to make the overall
substance hazardous. In all other situations, the column will be completed as 鈥淣ot applicable鈥?.
3. Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Indium metal is not toxic through skin contact. Ingestion and inhalation of solid metal is unlikely.
Inhalation of indium dusts and oxides which may be released from mechanical operations can adversely affect the
lungs.
For short and long term exposure effects see Section 11 Toxicological data
Eye Effects: No irritant effect.
Skin Effects: No irritant effect.
Ingestion/ Oral Not established.
Effects:
Inhalation Effects: None for intact seals. Inhalation of dusts and fumes from welding, grinding and other
operations may cause swelling and fluid retention in the lungs (edema). Recurrent acute
pneumonitis, infections, and associated chronic respiratory insufficiency following exposure
may result in death.
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PRODUCT NAME : INDIUM METAL SEALS
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: None for intact seals. Dusts/fumes may aggravate pre-
existing respiratory conditions.
NFPA Hazard codes HMIS Hazard codes Rating System
Health 0 Health 0 0 = No Hazard
Flammability 0 Flammability 0 1 = Slight hazard
Instability 0 Reactivity 0 2 = Moderate Hazard
3 = Serious Hazard
4 = Severe hazard
4. First Aid Measures
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If irritation persists, seek
Eyes:
medical attention.
Wash exposed area with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin:
Drink lots of water. Induce vomiting if patient is conscious. If substantial quantities are
Ingestion/Oral:
ingested or symptoms occur, seek medical attention.
Not anticipated under normal working conditions. If dusts or fumes are released, remove to
Inhalation:
fresh air. If breathing problems occur, a qualified individual should administer oxygen or
artificial respiration as indicated. Seek medical attention.
None.
Other Information:
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media: Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment. For safety reasons, do not
use water.
Fire and Explosion Hazard: No specific hazards. No dangerous decomposition products known.
Special Protective Equipment Fire fighters should wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) which
for Fire Fighters: meets appropriate standards operated in positive pressure mode and full turn out
gear.
For Flammability Properties - see Section 9
6. Accidental Release Measures
No special measures required. However, avoid causing dust. Collect mechanically. Note that no dangerous
materials are released.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling : see section 8 Personal Protection.
Storage : store in clean, dry conditions. Store in original containers/packaging.
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PRODUCT NAME : INDIUM METAL SEALS
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Exposure Limits
Ingredient ACGIH - TLV - OSHA - PEL Occupational Exposure
Limits EH40 (UK)
0.1mg/m3 - 8 H TWA 0.1mg/m3 -8 H TWA
Indium None Established
0.3 mg/m3 - STEL
Personal Protection:
Engineering Measures: None required under conditions of normal use of seals.
Respiratory Protection: None required under conditions of normal use of seals.
Hand/Skin Protection: None required under conditions of normal use of seals. However, the wearing of
gloves is recommended.
Eye/Face Protection: None required under conditions of normal use of seals. However, the wearing of
Safety glasses is recommended.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks, and at the end of work. DO NOT smoke, eat or drink
in the work area.
Other/General Protection: None.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
0
C/ 0F
Appearance and Odour Silver coloured solid in various Boiling Point 2080/3776
forms : sheet, wire. No odour.
0
C/ 0F
pH (as supplied) Not applicable Freezing Point 156/312
0
C/ 0F
Solubility in Water Not Soluble Auto Ignition Not applicable
0
C/ 0F
Volatile Content by Volume Not applicable Flash Point Not applicable
7.31 @ 20oC
Specific Gravity
< 10-11 < 10-11
Vapour Pressure (mbar) Vapour Pressure (Torr)
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: The product is stable under normal conditions of use.
Material/Conditions to Avoid: Mercury bromide, sulphur
Hazardous Decomposition: None
11. Toxicological Information
For a comprehensive description for the various toxicological (health) effects which may arise if the user comes
into contact with the substance or preparation refer to Section 3 Hazards Identification.
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PRODUCT NAME : INDIUM METAL SEALS
Human Data:
Workers exposed to indium compounds have complained of tooth decay, pains in the joints and bones, nervous
and gastrointestinal disorders, heart pains and general weakness. No information was available for duration of
exposure or air concentrations.
Reproductive:
Although indium nitrate has been demonstrated to be an unequivocal teratogen via injection in rodents, data is
difficult to relate to human health risk assessment for workplace exposure to indium compounds.
Animal Data:
LD50 value: 10 g/kg (oral/mouse -as indium oxide)
LC50 value: No data available.
Carcinogenicity:
No information available.
12. Ecological Information
Not known to be hazardous to water.
13. Disposal Considerations
Hand over to disposers of hazardous waste. Waste disposal key number according to the European waste
catalogue, 12 01 03, 12 01 04.
14. Transport Information
This product is not regulated as dangerous under transport regulations.
PARAMETER EUROPEAN CANADIAN TDG UNITED STATES DOT
Proper Shipping Name Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Hazard Class Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Identification Number Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Shipping Label Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
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15. Regulatory Information
European Regulatory Information
This product has been classified in accordance with the Dangerous Substances Directive (67/548/EEC, as
amended) and the Preparations Directive (88/379/EEC, as amended), implemented in the UK as the Chemical
(Hazard Information and Packing) Regulations 1994 (CHIP, as amended).
Classified as dangerous to supply : No
Risk Phrases : Not applicable
Safety Phrases : Not applicable
Symbols : None
United States Regulatory Information
Product is a manufactured article not subject to TSCA listing.
SARA TITLE III - SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION:
This product constitutes an 鈥渁rticle鈥? and, as such is exempt from SARA 313 reporting requirements (40 CFR Part
372.38, Paragraph B).
California Proposition 65: This product does not contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
or reproductive toxicity.
Canadian Regulatory Information
WHMIS Classification: Product is a manufactured article not subject to WHMIS regulations.
Product is a manufactured item not subject to DSL listing.
16. Other Information
This MSDS is compiled in accordance with ANSI Z400.1 and the EU Safety Data Sheet Directive 91/155/EEC.
Sources of information for this data sheet:
鈥? Johnson Mathey PLC Alpha Material Safety Data Sheet for Indium. Review date : 17 June 1993
鈥? National Library of Medicine (NLM) electronic databases (HSDB, RTECS, CHEMID, Toxline)
鈥? ACGIH Documentation of TLVs and BEIs, 6th Edition with Supplements
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Glossary : CAS, Chemical Abstracts Service; NFPA, National Fire Protection Association; HMIS, Hazardous
Material Information Service; LD, Lethal Dose; LC, Lethal Concentration; ACGIH, American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists; TLV, threshold limit value; OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health
Administration, US department of Labour; PEL, Permissible exposure limit; EH40 (UK), HSE Guidance Note EH40
Occupational exposure limits; PPM, parts per million; TWA, Time-Weighted Average; STEL, Short Term Exposure
Limit; Canadian TDG, Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods; US DOT, US Department of Transportation.
HSDB, Hazardous Substances Data Bank; RTECS, Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances; CHEMID,
Chemical Identification; DSL, Domestic Substances List ; TSCA, Toxic Substances Control Act Public Law 94-469:
CERCLA, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; EPCRA. Emergency Planning
and Community Right-to-Know Act; CAA, Clean Air Act; US, SARA (Title III), Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act.; SARA 313, Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act, Section 313; EHS, Extremely
Hazardous Substance; WHMIS, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.
Revisions
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Although the information and recommendations in this data sheet are to the best of our knowledge correct, it is recommended that
you make your own determination of the material鈥檚 suitability for your purpose before you use it. The information contained in this
data sheet has been reproduced from the manufacturers data, the accuracy of this information is the responsibility of the
manufacturer. BOC Edwards accept no responsibility for damage of any nature resulting from the use of, or the reliance upon this
data sheet.
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