SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: None
Precautionary Statements: None
HMIS Health Ratings (0-4):
Health: 1
Flammability: 0
Physical: 0

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Family: Ceramic
Additional Names: Neodymium(III) nitride
Neodymium nitride (NdN):
Percentage: 100 wt%
CAS #: 25764-11-8
EC #: 247-246-7

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General Treatment: Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Special Treatment: None
Important Symptoms: None
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. Supply oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Ingestion: Seek Medical Attention.
Skin: Wash affected area with mild soap and water. Remove any
contaminated clothing.
Eyes: Flush eyes with water, blinking often for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Flammability: Non-flammable, except as powder
Extinguishing Media: Do not use water for metal fires – use CO2, sand, extinguishing powder.
Spec. Fire Fighting Procedure: Use full-face, self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective
clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. See section 10 for
decomposition products.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

f Material Is Released/Spilled: Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in
special protection information. Isolate spill area and provide
ventilation. Vacuum up spill using a high efficiency particulate
absolute (HEPA) air filter and place in a closed container for disposal.
Take care not to raise dust.
Environmental Precautions: Isolate runoff to prevent environmental pollution

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Conditions: Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool dry place in a tightly sealed container. Store apart from
materials and conditions listed in section 10.
Work/Hygienic Maintenance: Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before
eating and smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with
compressed air.
Ventilation: Provide sufficient ventilation to maintain concentration at or below
threshold limit.

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Permissible Exposure Limits: N/A
Threshold Limit Value: N/A
Special Equipment: None
Respiratory Protection: Dust Respirator
Protective Gloves: Rubber gloves
Eye Protection: Safety glasses or goggles
Body Protection: Protective work clothing. Wear close-toed shoes and long
sleeves/pants.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Color Black
Form: Powder
Odor: Ammonia odor
Water Solubility: Insoluble
Boiling Point: N/A
Melting Point: N/A
Flash Point: N/A
Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Density: N/A
Molecular weight: 158.25 g/mol

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reacts With: Oxidizing agents
Incompatible Conditions: None
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Metal oxide fume, Nitrogen oxides, Ammonia

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: May cause irritation
Skin: May cause irritation
Ingestion: May cause irritation
Inhalation: May cause irritation
Chronic: Lanthanons can cause delayed blood clotting leading to hemorrhages.
Exposure may also lead to sensitivity to heat, itching, increased
awareness of odor and taste, and liver damage.
Signs & Symptoms: N/A
Aggravated Medical Conditions: N/A
Median Lethal Dose: N/A
Carcinogen: N/A

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Aquatic Toxicity: Low
Persistent Bioaccumulation Toxicity: No
Very Persistent, Very Bioaccumulative: No
Notes: N/A

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Dispose of in accordance with local, state, national, and international regulations.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Hazardous: Not hazardous for transportation.
Hazard Class: N/A
Packing Group: N/A
UN Number: N/A
Proper Shipping Name: N/A

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Sec 302 Extremely Hazardous: No
Sec 304 Reportable Quantities: N/A
Sec 313 Toxic Chemicals: No