ELECTRONIC SPACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL

1050 Benson Way, Ashland, OR 97520

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E-Mail: sales@espimetals.com

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I            PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Trade Name:      Samarium Oxide                                                                         Chemical Nature:             Lanthanides

Formula:            Sm₂O₃

II HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

TLV (Units): None

III PHYSICAL DATA

Boiling Point 760 mm Hg:             N/A                                                                 Melting Point:                  N/A

Specific Gravity (H₂O=1):             7.50                                                                 Vapor Density (air=1):    N/A

% Volatiles by Weight:                  N/A                                                                 Solubility in H₂O:            Insoluble

Appearance and Odor:                  Tan odorless powder

IV         FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA

Flash Point (Method Used): N/A                                                                          Autoignition Temperature: N/A

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

Extinguishing Media: Oxide does not burn

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: N/A

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard: N/A

V           HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Threshold Limit Value: Not established, non-toxic, LD50 rat, orally >1000 mg/kg

Effects of Over Exposure: Can cause slight skin irritation.

Eyes: Can cause particle irritation. Ingestion is unknown.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

EYES: Flush with water.

SKIN: Flush with water.

INHALATION/INGESTION: Seek medical attention.

VI         REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Stable

Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Strong acids

Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

VII        SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Sweep or wipe up and dispose.

Waste Disposal Method: In accordance with Local, State and Federal Waste Disposal Regulations.

VIII      SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): Particle mask.

Ventilation: None- Local if dusting occurs.

Protective Gloves: Not required but recommended.                                              Eye Protection: Safety Glasses

Other Protective Equipment: None

IX         SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

Other Handling and Storage Conditions: Store in closed container. It will absorb moisture and CO₂.

              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

Issue Date: November 1995