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 Transport Information
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Rhodium(III) sulfate(10489-46-0)

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 Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
Rhodium(III) sulfate
Synonyms
Dirhodium trisulfate
Sulfuric acid, rhodium(3+) salt (3:2)
CAS
10489-46-0
Formula
O12Rh2S3
Molecular Weight
500.05
EINECS
234-014-5
Beilstein/Gmelin
32529 (G)

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Red-yellow solid
Solubility in water
Slightly soluble
Density
1.217 g/cm3 (25 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with substance, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.
Eyes
Assure adequate flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with fingers.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place. Unsuitable: Do not store near, nor allow contact with, clothing and other combustible material. Incompatible Materials: Do not allow contact with water

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
Vapors may cause injury, burns, death.
Skin
Contact may result in injury, burns and death.
Eyes
See Skin.
Ingestion
May be fatal if swallowed.
Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. May accelerate combustion. Contact with other material may cause fire.
EC Risk Phrase
49 8 23/24/25 34
EC Safety Phrase
53 23 36/37/39 45
UN (DOT)
3098

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing. Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
Respirators
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Exposure Effects
May cause cancer by inhalation. Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Extinguish using Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Fire Potential
May accelerate combustion.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Cover with dry lime or soda ash, pick up, keep in a closed container, and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Water, Strong oxidizing agents, Organic materials, Finely powdered metals.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Sulfur oxides.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
3098
Hazard Class
5.1
Packing Group
III
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