Europium (Eu)

Physical hazards

Pyrophoric solids Category 1

Health hazards

Not classified.

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. Toxic in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Do not allow contact with air. Wear eye/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see this label). If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Store contents under appropriate liquid or inert gas.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise The Safety Information Sheet Chemicals of hazardous chemical can be obtained through phone,

Classified (HNOC)

email or on the company website.

Additional information

None.