Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium(III)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H261, H315, H319, H335

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) Emergency Overview

Appearance/Odor

Yellow brown powder, odor not available.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE SOLID – Category 1, H228 SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES WHICH, IN CONTACT WITH WATER, EMIT FLAMMABLE GASES – Category 3, H261 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION; - Category 2, H315 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A, H319 SPECIFIC ORGAN TOXICITY, SINGLE EXPOSURE; RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION; - Category 3, H335

Signal word

DANGER.

Hazard statements

H228: Flammable solid. H261: In contact with water releases flammable gas. H315: Causes skin irritation. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. P223: Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. P231 + P232: Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P240: Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. P241: Use explosion proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/processing equipment. P261: Avoid breathing dust. P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water P304 + P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present. Continue rinsing. P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. P334 + P335: Brush off loose particles from skin and immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention. P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 IN case of fire Use CO2, dry chemical or foam for extinction.

Storage

P402 + P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P403 + P233: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405: Store locked up.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved wasted disposal plant. OSHA/HCS status: This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.3 Other hazards

Reacts violently with water.