General Information
Version
6.5
Revision date
2024-12-21
Product name
Dysprosium
CAS No.
7429-91-6
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
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H228, H251, H315, H319, H413
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H228
Flammable solid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) GHS classification in accordance with the
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
in accordance with the
Long term hazards
Category 4 aquatic hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H228 Flammable solid. H251 Self-heating; may catch fire. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P235 + P410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ light- ing/ equipment. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face pro- tection.
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 ad- vice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical ad- 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.
Storage
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P407 Maintain air gap between stacks/ pallets. P420 Store away from other materials.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards
None known
