Material Safety Data Sheet Of Europium Oxide

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

PRODUCT NAME: Europium(III) Oxide
CAS NUMBER: 1308-96-9
SUPPLIER: Stanford Advanced Materials
PHONE: (949) 407-8904
ADDRESS: 72 Fairbanks Suite 100
Irvine, CA 92618
FAX: (949) 812-6690

SECTION 2 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE: Not classified as hazardous under the GHS
EYE CONTACT: May cause slight to moderate irritation of the eyes.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause slight to moderate irritation of the skin.
INHALATION: May irritate the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed.

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

FORMULA: Eu2O3
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 351.92

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

EYE EXPOSURE: Immediately flush the eyes with plenty of water (preferably lukewarm). Ensure water is rinsed under the eyelids. Assistance may be required to hold the eyelids open. Obtain immediate medical advice.
SKIN EXPOSURE: Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothing if necessary. Seek medical advice if irritation persists.
INHALATION: Move the person to fresh air. Monitor for signs such as shortness of breath, cough, wheezing or pain. In such cases, seek immediate medical assistance.
INGESTION: Obtain immediate medical advice. Keep the person calm. If conscious, provide water. Only induce vomiting on the instructions of medical personnel.

SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLASH POINT: The substance is non-flammable.
SELF‑IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable.
EXPLOSION LIMITS: None.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use extinguishing agents appropriate to the surrounding fire.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Firefighters should utilise a NIOSH‑approved, supplied‑air respirator and wear fire‑ and chemical‑resistant clothing, hats, boots and gloves.
HARMFUL COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None.

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear approved personal protective equipment. Avoid the formation of dust. Prevent inhalation of dust, fumes, mist or gas by ensuring adequate ventilation.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Do not allow the substance to enter sewers or the wider environment.
METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Small spills may be absorbed by mixing with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and then swept up.

SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Wear approved personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Minimise dust formation and ensure adequate ventilation.
CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Keep the container tightly closed and store in a cool, dry and well‑ventilated area. The substance is hygroscopic.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE PROTECTION: When handling chemicals in the laboratory, always wear approved protective goggles with side shields, a face shield or equivalent protection.
SKIN PROTECTION: Wear chemical‑resistant gloves.
VENTILATION: Handle in an efficient chemical fume cupboard.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If dust is generated and ventilation is insufficient, wear a suitable respiratory mask. The use of respiratory protective equipment requires a respiratory protection programme compliant with 29 CFR 19‑10.134.

SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE AND FORM: White powder
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 351.92
BOILING POINT: No data available
MELTING POINT: 2 350°C
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 7.42 g/ml
VAPOUR PRESSURE: Not applicable
SOLUBILITY: Insoluble

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable in air and moisture.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERISATION: No hazardous polymerisation occurs.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: No data available.
INCOMPATIBILITIES: Reactive metals, strong acids, oxidising agents, water and moisture.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ACUTE TOXICITY: LD50 Oral – rat – 5 000 mg/kg
CANCER HAZARD: No components present at concentrations of 0.1% or more have been confirmed as carcinogenic by IARC, ACGIH, NTP or OSHA.
MUTAGENICITY: Not available
TERATOGENICITY: Not available
According to the best available data, the toxic effects of this compound have not been fully investigated.

SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No information available.

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Dispose of this substance in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Non‑hazardous substance

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory
MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Europium(III) Oxide
NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Europium(III) Oxide
CALIFORNIA PROP. 65 WARNINGS: This substance does not contain any chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION

The information provided above has been prepared to the best of SAM’s knowledge. However, SAM makes no express or implied warranty regarding this information and assumes no liability for its use.