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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Yttrium Lanthanides
Trade Name: Chem ical Nature:
Y 7440-6 5-5
Molecu lar F orm ula: CAS #:
II HAZAR DOUS INGRED IENTS
Haz ardous C omp onents % OSHA/PEL ACGIH/TLV
Yttrium 0-100 N/E N/E
III PHYSICAL DATA
2927 oC 1509 oC
Boiling Point 760 mm Hg: Melting Point:
4.47 N/A
Specific Gravity: Vapo r Density:
N/A N/A
Vapor Pressure: % V olatiles:
Steel gray metal, no odor. Negligible
Appearance and Odor: Solubility in H 2O:
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION H AZARDS DATA
Flash Point (Method used): N/A Autoignition Temperature: N/E or N /A
Flam mab le Limits: Lower: N/A Upper: N/A
Extingu ishing Media: CO 2 or metal fire agent
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing
to preve nt contac t with skin an d eyes.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard: Fine turning s and p owders can burn with intense heat. Store under an oil with a h igh flash
poin t.
V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Threshold Limit Value: Not establish ed, low o ral toxicity: LD 50 o rally> 100 0 m g chloride /kg rat.
Effects of Exposure:
To the best of o ur know ledge the chem ical, ph ysical and toxicolog ical pro perties of yttrium have not been thoro ugh ly
investigated and reported.
Inhalation: No data
Ingestion: No data
Skin : Can cause slight skin irritation.
Eyes: Can cause particle irritation .
EMERG ENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Remove victim from exposure. Seek medical attention.
INGESTION: Seek medical attention.
SK IN: Flush with water.
EYES: Flush with water.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Co nditio ns to Av oid: No data
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Heat, Strong Acids
Haz ardous D ecomposition Produc ts: None
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROC EDURES
Steps to be Taken if Spilled or Released: Scoop or vacuum up spill using a high efficiency particulate absolute (HEPA ) air filter
and place in a closed container fo r proper d isposal. Tak e care not to raise dust.
Waste Disposal Method: In accord ance w ith Loca l, State and Federal W aste Dispo sal Regu lations.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): Particle mask.
Ventilation: Use lo cal exhau st und er du sting cond itions to ma intain c onc entration at low exposure levels.
Protective Gloves: Recommend ed Eye/Face Protection: Safety glasses
Other Protective Equipment: None
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage: Finely divid ed m etal can oxid ize rap idly. Store in a tightly sealed container in
a cool, dry area. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Wo rk Practices: Implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain concentration of exposure. Use good
housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. Do not
blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air. Maintain eyewash capable of sustained flushing, safety drench shower and
facilities for washing.
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 2002
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