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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Ruthenium Ruthenium Metal Pro duc ts
Trade Name: Synonym:
Metallic Element Ru
Chem ical Nature: Form ula:
7440-1 8-8
CAS N umber:
II HAZAR DOUS INGRED IENTS
Hazardous Component % OSHA/PEL ACGIH/TLV
Ruthenium 0-100 N/E N/E
NFPA H azard Classification: Hea lth: 1 Flam mab ility: 1 Reactivity: 0
HM IS Hazard Classification: Hea lth: 1 Flam mab ility: 1 Reactivity: 0 Special: B
III PHYSICAL DATA
3900 oC 12.45 g/cm 3
Boiling Point: Specific Gravity (H 2O=1):
N/A N/A
Vapor Density (Air=1): % V olatiles by Weight:
2310 oC
Insoluble
Solubility in H 2O: Melting Point:
N/A N/A
Evap oration R ate: Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
Grey Powder, no odor
Appearance and Odor:
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION H AZARDS DATA
Flash Point: N/A Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Explosive Lim its: Lower: N/A Upper: N/A
Extingu ishing Media: Use dry sand, soda ash, dolomite or other suitable dry powder. Do not apply water directly to burning
ma terial. Use water to k eep fire-ex posed co ntainers co ol.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: If involved in a fire wear NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus, flame and
chemical resistant protective clothing, hat, gloves and boots. If without risk move material out of fire area. As with any metal upon
heating will melt, with continued heating metallic vapors will form.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard: Not a fire or explosion hazard in solid form. Dust, powder or fume may be flammable or
exp losive when ex posed to heat o r flam e.
V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Effects of Exposure:
Inhalation: May cause irritation if exposure is prolonged or excessive.
Ingestion: No adverse effects expected.
Skin : May cause irritation.
Eye: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause irritation.
Chro nic Effects: None known.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None known.
Carcino genicity: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
EMERG ENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration; if breathing is difficult, oxygen should be
administered by qualified personnel. Call a physician.
INGESTION: Procedures normally not needed. If large quantities are ingested, seek medical advice.
SK IN: Imm ediately wash skin with soap and plenty of water. If irritation persists, call a physician.
EYE: Flush eyes with plenty of water. If irritation develops or persists, contact a physician.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Co nditio ns to Av oid: Sparks o r ignition sou rces.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): None expected.
Haz ardous D ecomposition Produc ts: Therm al decom position w ill produce metal oxides fum es.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROC EDURES
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Wearing respiratory protection and protective clothing, vacuum or
scoo p the spilled ma terial into a con tainer for reclam ation or disp osal.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose o f in accord ance w ith Federal, State, and Lo cal regulation s.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): NIOSH/MS HA approv ed
Ventilation: Local if dusting present
Protective Gloves: None required
Eye Protection: Safety goggles with side shields
Other Protective Equipment: Lab coat and apron
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage: Wa sh tho roughly after hand ling. K eep container tightly closed . Avoid
inhalation o f dust. Store in a cool dry place. Av oid con tact with eye s, skin and clothing. A void g enerating or breath ing du st. Use
only with adequate ventilation. Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area.
The abo ve inform ation is believ ed to be co rrect, but do es no t purp ort to b e all inclu sive an d sha ll be used only as a gu ide.
ESPI shall not be held liab le for any d am age resulting from h and ling o r from contact with the abov e pro duc t.
Issued By: S. Dierks
Date: November 1995
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