Gadolinium(III) Hydroxide Hydrate

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Gadolinium(III) Hydroxide Hydrate

Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. GD-OH-02-C.XHYD , GD-OH-025-C.XHYD , GD-OH-03-C.XHYD , GD-OH-035-C.XHYD , GD-OH-04-C.XHYD , GD-OH-05-C.XHYD

CAS #: 100634-91-1

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

Classification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2
Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3
Target Organs - Respiratory system.
Label Elements
Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
Causes skin irritation
Causes serious eye irritation
May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Statements
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Inhalation
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Skin
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Eyes
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
None identified

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component: Gadolinium(III) hydroxide hydrate
CAS-No: 100634-91-1
Weight %: <=100

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General Advice If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention.
Skin Contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists,
call a physician.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if
symptoms occur.
Ingestion Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if
symptoms occur.
Most important symptoms and
effects
None reasonably foreseeable.
Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media Not combustible.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media No information available
Flash Point No information available
Method - No information available
Autoignition Temperature No information available
Explosion Limits
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No information available
Sensitivity to Static Discharge No information available
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.
Hazardous Combustion Products
Gadolinium oxide.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.
NFPA
Health - 2
Flammability - 0
Instability - 0
Physical hazards -

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid dust
formation.
Environmental Precautions Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional Ecological
Information. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Do not flush into
surface water or sanitary sewer system.
Methods for Containment and Clean
Up
Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Keep in suitable, closed
containers for disposal.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not
get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid dust formation.
Storage Protect from moisture.

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Guidelines This product does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure
limitsestablished by the region specific regulatory bodies.
Engineering Measures Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/face Protection
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by
OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin and body protection Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respiratory Protection Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard
EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if
exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Hygiene Measures Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State Solid
Appearance White
Odor Odorless
Odor Threshold No information available
pH No information available
Melting Point/Range No data available
Boiling Point/Range No information available
Flash Point No information available
Evaporation Rate Not applicable
Flammability (solid,gas) No information available
Flammability or explosive limits
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Vapor Pressure No information available
Vapor Density Not applicable
Specific Gravity No information available
Solubility No information available
Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available
Autoignition Temperature No information available
Decomposition Temperature No information available
Viscosity Not applicable
Molecular Formula Gd(OH)3. xH2 O
Molecular Weight 208.27(anhy)

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactive Hazard None known, based on information available
Stability Moisture sensitive.
Conditions to Avoid Incompatible products.
Incompatible Materials Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition ProductsGadolinium oxide
Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Toxicity
Product Information
Component Information
Toxicologically Synergistic
Products
No information available
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure
Irritation No information available
Sensitization No information available
Carcinogenicity The table below indicates whether each agency has listed any ingredient as a carcinogen.
Mutagenic Effects No information available
Reproductive Effects No information available.
Developmental Effects No information available.
Teratogenicity No information available.
STOT - single exposure Respiratory system
STOT - repeated exposure None known
Aspiration hazard No information available
Symptoms / effects,both acute and
delayed
No information available
Endocrine Disruptor Information No information available
Other Adverse Effects The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity
May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.
Persistence and Degradability Insoluble in water May persist
Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation No information available.
Mobility Is not likely mobile in the environment due its low water solubility.

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Methods Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a
hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and
national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT Not regulated
TDG Not regulated
IATA Not regulated
IMDG/IMO Not regulated

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 313 Not applicable
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories See section 2 for more information
CWA (Clean Water Act) Not applicable
Clean Air Act Not applicable
OSHA - Occupational Safety and
Health Administration
Not applicable
CERCLA Not applicable
California Proposition 65 This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.
U.S. State Right-to-Know
Regulations
Not applicable
U.S. Department of Transportation
Reportable Quantity (RQ): N
DOT Marine Pollutant N
DOT Severe Marine Pollutant N
U.S. Department of Homeland
Security
This product does not contain any DHS chemicals.
Other International Regulations
Mexico - Grade No information available

SECTION 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.