Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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Digold trioxide(1303-58-8)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity

Product Identification

Product Name
Digold trioxide
Synonyms
Auric oxide
Digold trioxide
Gold sesquioxide
Gold trioxide
CAS
1303-58-8
Formula
Au2O3
Molecular Weight
441.93
EINECS
215-122-1
Merck
12,4545

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Odorless, brown powder.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
150
Density
3.6 g/cm3 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Seek medical treatment.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.
Skin
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.
Eyes
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store in the dark

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Impervious gloves. Safety glasses. Protective work clothing.
Exposure Effects
Gold compounds may cause irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract. Aplastic anemia may result from damage to the blood forming organs. Gold has caused tumors and reproductive effects in laboratory animals via implant, intraperitoneal and subcutaneous routes.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Product is not flammable. Use fire fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire. Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Pick up mechanically.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.
Incompatibilities
Gold can form explosive compounds with ammonia, ammonium hydroxide + aqua regia, and hydrogen peroxide.
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