General Information
Product name
Rhodium powder
Chemical name
Rhodium
CAS No.
7440-16-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Manufacture of Rhodium chemicals for use in catalysts, as
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Company Information
company name
Impala Platinum Limited
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
jamie.welman@implats.co.za
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Low toxicity WARNING Harmful - if swallowed, - in contact with skin, - if inhaled The product may cause adverse health effects with high-level dust generation, inhalation or prolonged skin contact. May form rhodium salts on contact with acids. If dissolved, ensure adequate enclosure or ventilation; do not breathe mists and avoid solution contact with eyes, skin and clothing – may cause sensitization or allergic reaction If melted do not breathe furnace fume
