MSDS Of Terbium Lump

1. Substance Identification
Product Information:
Trade Name: Terbium Lump, sublimed dendritically
Stock Number: ME65

Manufacturer/Supplier:
Stanford Advanced Materials
23661 Birtcher Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630 U.S.A.
Tel: (949) 407-8904, Fax: (949) 812-6690
E-Mail: sales@SAMaterials.com

2. Composition/Data on the Constituents
Chemical Characterisation:
Description: Terbium (CAS# 7440-27-9); 100%
Identification Number(s): EINECS Number: 231-137-6

3. Hazard Identification
Hazard Description: - Not applicable
Notes on Specific Hazards for Humans and the Environment: Fine powder: R 11, readily combustible

4. First-Aid Measures
General Advice: No special measures required.
After Inhalation: Provide fresh air. If necessary, administer artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.
After Skin Contact: Wash immediately with water and soap, rinsing thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.
After Eye Contact: Rinse eyes for several minutes under running water with the eyelids open. Then consult a doctor.
After Ingestion: Seek immediate medical advice.

5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing medium: Fire-fighting powder. Do not use water.
Medium not recommended for safety reasons: Water.
Protective Equipment: No special measures required.

6. Measures for Accidental Release
Personal Protective Precautions: Not required.
Environmental Precautions: Do not release material into the environment without proper authorisation.
Clean-up/Containment Measures: Collect mechanically.
Additional Information:
Refer to Section 7 for safe handling instructions, Section 8 for information on personal protective equipment, and Section 13 for disposal instructions.

7. Handling and Storage
Handling
Safety Handling Advice: Keep container tightly closed. Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry place. Provided that usage is proper, no special precautions are required.
Explosion and Fire Protection Advice: No specific measures are required.
Storage
Storage Requirements for Rooms and Vessels: No particular requirements.
Co-storage: Do not store with oxidising and acidic substances. Store separately from halogens.
Additional Storage Instructions: Store under dry inert gas.

8. Exposure Control/Monitoring and Personal Protective Equipment
Additional Technical Facility Design Information: None; refer to Section 7.
Components with workplace exposure limits: Not applicable.
Further Information: None
Personal Protective Equipment
General Safety and Hygiene Measures: Follow standard precautions when handling chemicals.
Respiratory Protection: Not necessary.
Hand Protection: Not required.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses.
Body Protection: Protective work clothing.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Form: Solid
Colour: Silvery grey
Odour: Odourless
Value/Range Unit Method
Change of State
Melting Point/Range: 1356 °C
Boiling Point/Range: 2800 °C
Sublimation Temperature/Onset: Not determined
Flash Point: Not applicable
Non-flammability: Non-flammable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: Not determined
Explosion Limits:
Lower: Not determined
Upper: Not determined
Vapour Pressure: Not determined
Density: at 20 °C, 8,27 g/cm³
Solubility/Miscibility in Water: Reacts

10. Stability and Reactivity
Thermal Decomposition / Conditions to Avoid: No decompositional changes occur provided that usage and storage are correct.
Substances to Avoid: Oxidising agents, acids, water/moisture
Hazardous Reactions: Contact with water results in the release of flammable gases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Metal oxide fumes

11. Toxicological Information
Acute Toxicity:
Primary Irritative Effects:
On Skin: Causes irritation to the skin and mucous membranes.
On Eyes: Causes irritation.
Sensitisation: No sensitising effects known.
Subacute to Chronic Toxicity:
Lanthanides may cause delayed blood coagulation, which can lead to bleeding. Exposure may also result in thermal sensitivity, itching, increased perception of odour and taste, and liver damage.
Additional Toxicological Information:
To the best of available knowledge, the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully documented. The EPA, IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH do not provide classification data concerning its carcinogenic properties.

12. Ecological Information
General Remarks: The material must not be released into the environment without the appropriate regulatory permissions.

13. Disposal Considerations
Product:
Recommendation: Observe state, local or national regulations for proper disposal.
Contaminated Packaging:
Recommendation: Disposal must be carried out in accordance with regulatory requirements.

14. Transport Information
Not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
DOT Regulations:
Hazard Class: Not applicable for land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID Class: None
Sea Transport IMDG: None
IMDG Class: None
Air Transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: None
Transport/Additional Information: Not hazardous as defined above.

15. Regulatory Information
Product-Related Hazard Warnings: General chemical safety regulations must be observed.
National Regulations: All components of this product are listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances Control Act chemical inventory.
Information on Usage Restrictions: For use only by technically qualified personnel.

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