SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers: All applicable American Elements product codes for CAS #17829-86-6
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
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Emergency telephone number:
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SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
OSHA Hazards
No known OSHA hazards
Not a dangerous substance according to GHS.
HMIS Classification
Health hazard: 0
Flammability: 0
Physical hazards: 0
NFPA Rating
Health hazard: 0
Fire: 0
Reactivity Hazard: 0
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Eyes: May cause eye irritation.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Formula: C6H9O6Sm
Molecular Weight: 327.49
No ingredients are hazardous according to OSHA criteria.
CAS-No. EC-No. Index-No. Concentration
Samarium Acetate Trihydrate
17829-86-6 - - -
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Hazardous combustion products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Carbon oxides, samarium oxides
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Normal measures for preventive fire
protection.
Conditions for safe storage
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Hygroscopic. Store at room temperature.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type N95
(US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate
government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Hand protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching
glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in
accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Immersion protection
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: > 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
Splash protection
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: > 30 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 873000, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method:
EN374
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the
supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an
Industrial Hygienist familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be
construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Eye protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH
(US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin and body protection
Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to
the specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and
amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Hygiene measures
General industrial hygiene practice.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form solid pH no data available
Melting point/freezing point no data available Boiling point no data available
Flash point no data available Ignition temperature no data available
Autoignition temperature no data available Lower explosion limit no data available
Upper explosion limit no data available Vapor pressure no data available
Density no data available Water solubility no data available
Relative vapor density no data available Odor no data available
Odor Threshold no data available Evaporation rate no data available
Partition coefficient: no data available
n-octanol/water
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
Conditions to avoid
no data available
Materials to avoid
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Carbon oxides, samarium oxides
Other decomposition products
no data available
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity
Oral LD50: no data available
Inhalation LC50: no data available
Dermal LD50: no data available
Other information on acute toxicity: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
ACGIH: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.
NTP: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Teratogenicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Globally Harmonized System)
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Globally Harmonized System)
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Potential health effects
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Eyes: May cause eye irritation.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Synergistic effect
no data available
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity Persistence and degradability
no data available no data available
Bioaccumulative potential Mobility in soil
no data available no data available
PBT and vPvB assessment Other adverse effects
no data available no data available
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT (US) IMDG IATA
Not dangerous goods Not dangerous goods Not dangerous goods
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA Hazards
No known OSHA hazards
SARA 302 Components
SARA 302: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components
SARA 313: This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the
threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.
SARA 311/312 Hazards
No SARA Hazards
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Samarium Acetate Trihydrate
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Samarium Acetate Trihydrate CAS-No.: 17829-86-6
California Prop. 65 Components
This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any
other reproductive harm.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). 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. American Elements 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 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.