Material Safety Data Sheet of Erbium (III) fluoride

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
1.1 Product identifiers
Product name    :    Erbium(III) fluoride
Product Number    :    432156
Brand:    Aldrich
CAS-No.:    13760-83-3
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses:    Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company:    Stanford Advanced Materials
72 Fairbanks Suite 100, Irvine CA 92618
Telephone:    +(949) 407 8904
Fax:    +(949) 812 6690

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3), H301
Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 3), H331
Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3), H311
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram    
Signal word    Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H301 + H311 + H331    Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled Precautionary statement(s)
P261    Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P264    Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270    Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271    Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280    Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing.
P301 + P310    IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P302 + P352    IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P304 + P340    IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P312    Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell.
P322    Specific measures (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label).
P330    Rinse mouth.
P361    Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
P363    Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P403 + P233    Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405    Store locked up.
P501    Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS
Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Substances
Formula:    ErF3
Molecular weight:    224.25 g/mol
CAS-No.:    13760-83-3
EC-No.:    237-356-3
Hazardous components

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16

4. FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.Move out of dangerous area.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available

5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Dry powder
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hydrogen fluoride, Erbium oxides
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information
No data available

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear respiratory protection. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.
For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Do not flush with water. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Never allow product to get in contact with water during storage. Do not store near acids.
Keep in a dry place.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters

Biological occupational exposure limits

8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Full contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type
N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and
approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance                               Form: powder
b) Odour                                    No data available
c) Odour Threshold                          No data available
d) pH                                       No data available
e) Melting point/freezing point             No data available
f) Initial boiling point and boiling range  No data available
g) Flash point                        Not applicable
h) Evaporation rate                No data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas)              No data available
j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits  No data available
k) Vapour pressure                       No data available
l) Vapour density                           No data available
m) Relative density                         No data available
n) Water solubility                         No data available
o) Partition coefficient: n- octanol/water  No data available
p) Auto-ignition temperature            No data available
q) Decomposition temperature                No data available
r) Viscosity                                No data available
s) Explosive properties                     No data available
t) Oxidizing properties                     No data available
9.2 Other safety information
No data available

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Reactivity
No data available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Avoid moisture.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong reducing agents
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
No data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
No data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
No data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
No data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC: 3 - Group 3: Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Erbium trifluoride)
NTP: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.
Reproductive toxicity
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
No data available
Aspiration hazard
No data available
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available
Salivation, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Vomiting, Fever, Rapid respiration, Fluoride ion can reduce serum calcium levels possibly causing fatal hypocalcemia., burning sensation, Cough, wheezing, laryngitis, Shortness of breath, Headache

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1 Toxicity
No data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
No data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
12.6 Other adverse effects
No data available

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT (US)
UN number: 3288    Class: 6.1    Packing group: III Proper shipping name: Toxic solid, inorganic, n.o.s. (Erbium trifluoride)
Poison Inhalation Hazard: No
IMDG
UN number: 3288    Class: 6.1    Packing group: III    EMS-No: F-A, S-A Proper shipping name: TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (Erbium trifluoride)
IATA
UN number: 3288    Class: 6.1    Packing group: III Proper shipping name: Toxic solid, inorganic, n.o.s. (Erbium trifluoride)

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION SARA
302 Components
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components
This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold (De
Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.
SARA 311/312 Hazards
Acute Health Hazard
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Erbium trifluoride    CAS-No. 13760-83-3    Revision Date 2008-06-01
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Erbium trifluoride    CAS-No. 13760-83-3    Revision Date 2008-06-01
California Prop. 65 Components
This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

16. OTHER INFORMATION
Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.
Acute Tox.    Acute toxicity
H301            Toxic if swallowed.
H301 + H311 + H331  Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H311    Toxic in contact with skin.
HMIS Rating
Health hazard:    2
Chronic Health Hazard:
Flammability:    0
Physical Hazard:  0
NFPA Rating
Health hazard:    2
Fire Hazard:    0
Reactivity Hazard:    0