Common Name
YTTERBIUM
Manufactured by
Sigma-Aldrich
CAS Number
7440-64-4
Revised
04/05/2004
Source of MSDS
Sigma-Aldrich (SAF$95770F)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Product and Company Information
Composition/Information on Ingredient
Hazards Identification
First Aid Measures
Fire Fighting Measures
Accidental Release Measures
Handling and Storage
Exposure Controls / PPE
Physical/Chemical Properties
Stability and Reactivity
Toxicological Information
Ecological Information
Disposal Considerations
Transport Information
Regulatory Information
Other Information
SIGMA-ALDRICH
2005.1
----------------------------------------------------------------------MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 12/21/2004
Date Updated: 04/05/2004
Version 1.2
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 1
Product and Company Information
----------------------------------------------------------------------Product Name
YTTERBIUM
Product Number
95770
Brand
FLUKA
Company
Street Address
City, State, Zip, Country
Sigma-Aldrich
3050 Spruce Street
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
USA
Technical Phone:
314 771 5765
Emergency Phone:
414 273 3850 Ext. 5996
Fax:
800 325 5052
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 2
Composition/Information on Ingredient
----------------------------------------------------------------------Substance Name
CAS #
SARA 313
YTTERBIUM
7440-64-4
No
Formula
Yb
RTECS Number:
ZG1925000
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 3
Hazards Identification
----------------------------------------------------------------------EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU). Harmful.
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 1
FLAMMABILITY: 3
REACTIVITY: 1
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 1
FLAMMABILITY: 3
REACTIVITY: 1
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 4
First Aid Measures
----------------------------------------------------------------------ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
INFORMATION FOR PHYSICIAN
Contamination of the eyes should be treated by immediate and
prolonged irrigation with copious amounts of water.
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 5
Fire Fighting Measures
----------------------------------------------------------------------FLAMMABLE HAZARDS
Flammable Hazards: Yes
EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Container explosion can occur under fire conditions. In advanced
or massive fires the area should be evacuated and the fire
should be fought from a remote explosion-resistant location.
FLASH POINT
N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Dry chemical powder.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Flammable solid. Emits toxic fumes under
fire conditions.
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 6
Accidental Release Measures
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area. Shut off all sources of ignition.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 7
Handling and Storage
----------------------------------------------------------------------HANDLING
User Exposure: Avoid contact and inhalation. Avoid prolonged or
repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks, and
open flame. Handle and store under nitrogen.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Moisture sensitive.
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 8
Exposure Controls / PPE
----------------------------------------------------------------------ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Use nonsparking tools. Mechanical
exhaust required.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Government approved respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before
reuse.
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 9
Physical/Chemical Properties
----------------------------------------------------------------------Appearance
Color: Slightly grey
Form: Coarse powder
Property
Value
Molecular Weight
pH
BP/BP Range
MP/MP Range
Freezing Point
Vapor Pressure
Vapor Density
Saturated Vapor Conc.
SG/Density
Bulk Density
Odor Threshold
Volatile%
VOC Content
Water Content
Solvent Content
Evaporation Rate
Viscosity
Surface Tension
Partition Coefficient
Decomposition Temp.
Flash Point
Explosion Limits
Flammability
Autoignition Temp
Refractive Index
Optical Rotation
Miscellaneous Data
Solubility
173.04 AMU
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
At Temperature or Pressure
N/A = not available
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 10
Stability and Reactivity
----------------------------------------------------------------------STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Protect from moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nature of decomposition products
not known.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 11
Toxicological Information
----------------------------------------------------------------------ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: Harmful if absorbed through skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material is irritating to
mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Species: Mouse
Route of Application: Implant
Dose: 25 GM/KG
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 12
Ecological Information
----------------------------------------------------------------------No data available.
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 13
Disposal Considerations
----------------------------------------------------------------------APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Material in the elemental state should be recovered for reuse or
recycling. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental
regulations.
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 14
Transport Information
----------------------------------------------------------------------DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Metal powders, flammable, n.o.s.
UN#: 3089
Class: 4.1
Packing Group: Packing Group II
Hazard Label: Flammable solid
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Metal powder, flammable, n.o.s.
IATA UN Number: 3089
Hazard Class: 4.1
Packing Group: II
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 15
Regulatory Information
----------------------------------------------------------------------EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: F Xn
Indication of Danger: Highly Flammable. Harmful.
R: 11 20/21/22
Risk Statements: Highly flammable. Harmful by inhalation, in
contact with skin and if swallowed.
S: 16 33 36
Safety Statements: Keep away from sources of ignition - no
smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Wear suitable protective clothing.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU).
Harmful.
Risk Statements: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and
if swallowed.
Safety Statements: Keep away from sources of ignition - no
smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Wear suitable protective clothing.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: Yes
NDSL: No
----------------------------------------------------------------------[TOP]
Section 16
Other Information
----------------------------------------------------------------------DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY
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. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2004 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.