General Information
Version
8.5
Revision date
2026-08-21
Product name
Praseodymium nitrate hexahydrate, 99.99% trace rare earth metals basis
CAS No.
15878-77-0
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H315, H319, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Long term hazards
Category 1 aquatic hazard
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat. P220 Keep/ Store away from clothing/ combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Oxidizing solids : Category 3 Skin irritation : Category 2 Eye irritation : Category 2A Short-term (acute) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Other hazards
