General Information
Revision date
2016-04-07
Product name
Rubidium
CAS No.
7440-17-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Scientific Research
supplier name
ESPI Metals
Emergency telephone
800-535-5053 (US) or 352-323-3500 (24 hour
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Company Information
company name
ESPI Metals
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sales@espimetals.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H260, H314
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H260
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
Section 2
OSHA HCS Classification
Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases, category 1, Skin corrosion/irritation, category 1B, Eye damage/irritation, category 1.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously, H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary statements
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, P260 Do not breath dust or fume, P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling, P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection, P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting, P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower, P335+P334 Brush off loose particles from skin and immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages, 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 and easy to do. Continue rinsing, P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician, P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse, P370+P378 In case of fire: Use class D metal extinguishing agent for extinction, do not use water, P402+P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container, P405 Store locked up, P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, state or federal regulations.
