LU1148 Lutetium(III) Sulfate Octahydrate Powder (CAS No. 13473-77-3)

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Lutetium(III) Sulfate Octahydrate

CAS #: 13473-77-3

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:

Stanford Advanced Materials

E-mail: sales@samaterials.com

Tel: (949) 407-8904

Address: 23661 Birtcher Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630 U.S.A.

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR

1910.1200)

Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2

Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Target Organs - Respiratory system.

Label Elements

Precautionary Statements

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray

Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area

Inhalation

IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathingCall a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

Skin

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water

If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention

Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse

Eyes

IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and

easy to do. Continue rinsing

If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Store locked up

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)

None identified

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component

Lutetium (III) sulfate

CAS-No

13473-77-3

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General Advice If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

Get medical attention.

Skin Contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation

persists, call a physician.

Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if

symptoms occur.

Ingestion Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if

symptoms occur.

Most important symptoms and effects

None reasonably foreseeable.

Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media No information available

Flash Point No information available

Method - No information available

Autoignition Temperature No information available

Explosion Limits

Upper No data available

Lower No data available

Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No information available

Sensitivity to Static Discharge No information availableSpecific Hazards Arising from the Chemical

Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Hazardous Combustion Products

Lutetium oxide. Sulfur oxides.

Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or

equivalent) and full protective gear.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required.

Avoid dust formation.

Environmental Precautions Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional

Ecological

Information.

Methods for Containment and Clean Up

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Keep in suitable, closed

containers for disposal.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not

get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid dust formation.

Storage Store under an inert atmosphere. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated

place. Protect from moisture.

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Guidelines This product does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational

exposure limitsestablished by the region specific regulatory bodies.

Engineering Measures Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation

location.

Personal Protective Equipment

Eye/face Protection Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described

by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.

Skin and body protection Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respiratory Protection Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European

Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure

limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Hygiene Measures

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State Solid Crystalline

Appearance No information available

Odor No information available

Odor Threshold No information available

pH No information availableMelting Point/Range No data available

Boiling Point/Range No information available

Flash Point No information available

Evaporation Rate Not applicable

Flammability (solid,gas) No information available

Flammability or explosive limits

Upper No data available

Lower No data available

Vapor Pressure No information available

Vapor Density Not applicable

Specific Gravity No information available

Solubility No information available

Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available

Autoignition Temperature No information available

Decomposition Temperature No information available

Viscosity Not applicable

Molecular Formula Lu2 (SO4)3.8H2 O

Molecular Weight 782.24 (683.12anhy)

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactive Hazard None known, based on information available

Stability Hygroscopic.

Conditions to Avoid Exposure to moist air or water.

Incompatible Materials Oxidizing agent

Hazardous Decomposition Products Lutetium oxide, Sulfur oxides

Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Toxicity

Product Information

Component Information

Toxicologically Synergistic

Products

No information available

Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure

Irritation No information available

Sensitization No information available

Mutagenic Effects No information available

Reproductive Effects No information available.

Developmental Effects No information available.

Teratogenicity No information available.

STOT - single exposure Respiratory system

STOT - repeated exposure None known

Aspiration hazard No information available

Symptoms / effects,both acute and delayed

No information available

Endocrine Disruptor Information No information available

Other Adverse Effects The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity

Do not empty into drains.

Persistence and Degradability Soluble in water Persistence is unlikely based on information available.

Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation No information available.

Mobility Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility.

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Methods Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is

classified as a hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and

national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT Not regulated

TDG Not regulated

IATA Not regulated

IMDG/IMO Not regulated

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA 12(b) - Notices of Export Not applicable

U.S. Federal Regulations

SARA 313 Not applicable

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories See section 2 for more information

CWA (Clean Water Act) Not applicable

Clean Air Act Not applicable

OSHA - Occupational Safety and

Health Administration

Not applicable

CERCLA Not applicable

California Proposition 65 This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.

U.S. State Right-to-Know

Regulations

Not applicable

U.S. Department of Transportation

Reportable Quantity (RQ): N

DOT Marine Pollutant N

DOT Severe Marine Pollutant N

U.S. Department of Homeland

Security

This product does not contain any DHS chemicals.

Other International Regulations

Mexico - Grade No information available

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is

believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The

information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the

product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the

properties of the product.