Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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Terbium(III) chloride hexahydrate(13798-24-8)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
Terbium(III) chloride hexahydrate
Synonyms
Terbium trichloride hexahydrate
Terbium(III) chloride hexahydrate
CAS
13798-24-8
Formula
Cl3H12O6Tb
Molecular Weight
373.39
EINECS
233-132-4
RTECS
WY9110000
RTECS Class
Mutagen
Merck
12,9300
Beilstein/Gmelin
8934 (G)

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Hygroscopic crystals
Solubility in water
Soluble
Melting Point
145
Density
4.35 g/cm3 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin
May cause skin irritation.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
EC Risk Phrase
R 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Respirators
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Substance is noncombustible. Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents, moisture.
Decomposition
Hydrogen chloride.
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