SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers: All applicable American Elements product codes for CAS #89559-65-9
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351
Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America +1 800-424-9300
International +1 703-527-3887
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
OSHA Hazards
No known OSHA hazards
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
Composition (wt%)
Cr: 5
V: 95
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.
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.
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.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
Environmental precautions
No special environmental precautions required.
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.
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.
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
Appearance
Form Solid in various forms (powder, pieces, target)
Colour grey
Safety data
pH no data available
Melting point: no data available
Boiling point: no data available
Flash point no data available
Ignition 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
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Conditions to avoid
no data available
Materials to avoid
Strong acids, Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Vanadium/vanadium oxides
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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
Carcinogenicity - rat - Intramuscular
Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria. Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
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
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (GHS)
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (GHS)
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Potential health effects
Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed.
Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Eyes May cause eye irritation.
Additional Information
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
no data available
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
Mobility in soil
no data available
PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
Other adverse effects
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)
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA Hazards
No known OSHA hazards
DSL Status
All components of this product are on the Canadian DSL list.
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
Vanadium
CAS-No.
7440-62-2
Revision Date
2007-03-01
SARA 311/312 Hazards
No SARA Hazards
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Vanadium
CAS-No.
7440-62-2
Revision Date
2007-03-01
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Vanadium
CAS-No.
7440-62-2
Revision Date
2007-03-01
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Vanadium
CAS-No.
7440-62-2
Revision Date
2007-03-01
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.