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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I            PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Trade Name:      Lutetium Chloride                                                                       Formula:            LuCl₃ x H₂O

CAS #:                10099-66-8

II           HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Lutetium Chloride %: 100                          TLV: No data                                 OSHA PEL: No data

TSCA: Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory

III         PHYSICAL DATA

Boiling Point:                   No data                                                                         Melting Point:                  892 ^oC

Molecular Weight:           389.42                                                                           Density (gm/cc):               N/A

% Volatiles by Weight:   N/A                                                                               Reaction with H₂O:         None

Solubility in H₂O:            Soluble                                                                          Appearance and Odor:    Colorless crystals.

IV         FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA

Flash Point (Method used): Not Flammable                                                        Autoignition Temperature: N/A

Flammability: N/A                                                                                                Flammable Limits: Upper: N/A  Lower: N/A

Extinguishing Media: N/A

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: N/A

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard: Minimal hazard, materials that are normally stable and will not burn unless heated.

V           HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Toxicity Data: orl-mus LD50: 7074 mg/kg; ipr-mus LD50: 315 mg/kg; ipr-gpg LD50: 161 mg/kg

Effects of Over Exposure: Poison by intraperitoneal route. Mildly toxic by ingestion. Irritation or minor health injury possible.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

EYE: Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

SKIN: Flush with copious amounts of water at least 5 minutes.

INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention if necessary.

INGESTION: No information available, however one should seek prompt medical attention.

VI         REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Stable

Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): No data

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Cl

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Conditions to Avoid: None known

VII        SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Wearing protective clothing and NIOSH/MSHA approved dust mist mask, cover spill with dry sand or dry vermiculite. Mix well and transfer to a container for disposal.

Waste Disposal Method: Consult Federal, State and Local regulations for proper disposal.

VIII      SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): Wear NIOSH-approved dust/mist mask.

Ventilation: Local Exhaust-Fume hood.                                                                Mechanical: Acceptable

Protective Gloves: Rubber or vinyl.                                                                      Eye Protection: ANSI Approved safety goggles

Other: Lab coat and apron,. chemical resistant coveralls.

IX         SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

Special Note: Safety drench shower and eyewash capable of sustained flushing.

              The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.

Issued By:           S. Dierks

Dated:                  October 1993