Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate

CAS #:

Linear Formula:

GaF3 • 3H2O

MDL Number:

MFCD00149727

EC No.:

232-004-5

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(2N) 99% Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate
GA3-F-02-C.3HYD
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(3N) 99.9% Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate
GA3-F-03-C.3HYD
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(4N) 99.99% Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate
GA3-F-04-C.3HYD
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(5N) 99.999% Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate
GA3-F-05C.3HYD
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Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate Properties (Theoretical)

Compound Formula F3GaH6O3
Molecular Weight 180.76
Appearance White crystals
Melting Point N/A
Boiling Point N/A
Density N/A
Solubility in H2O N/A
Exact Mass 179.952477 g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass 179.952477 g/mol

Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate Health & Safety Information

Signal Word Warning
Hazard Statements H315-H335-H320
Hazard Codes Xn
Risk Codes 20/21/22
Safety Statements 36
RTECS Number N/A
Transport Information N/A
WGK Germany 3

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SAFETY DATA SHEET

Date Accessed: 03/29/2024
Date Revised:01/15/2022

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate

Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. GA3-F-02-C.3HYD , GA3-F-03-C.3HYD , GA3-F-04-C.3HYD , GA3-F-05C.3HYD

CAS #: 22886-66-4

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

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SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS07
Skin Irrit. 2 H315 Causes skin irritation.
STOT SE 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Eye Irrit. 2B H320 Causes eye irritation.
GHS label elements The product is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
Hazard pictograms

Exclamation Mark - GHS07

GHS07
Signal word Warning
Hazard statements
H315+H320 Causes skin and eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements
P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102 Keep out of reach of children.
P103 Read label before use.
P231 Handle under inert gas.
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international
regulations.
Classification system:
NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4)
Health = 1
Fire = 0
Reactivity = 0
HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4)
HEALTH
FIRE
REACTIVITY
Health = 1
Fire = 0
Reactivity = 0
Other hazards
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT: N/A
vPvB: N/A


SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical characterization: Mixtures
Description: Mixture of the substances listed below with nonhazardous additions.
Dangerous components: not applicable


SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measures
If inhaled: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.
In case of skin contact: Generally the product does not irritate the skin.
In case of eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Consult a physician.
If swallowed: If symptoms persist consult doctor.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
No data available
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available


SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing agents:
CO2, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture No data available
Advice for firefighters
Protective equipment: No special measures required.


SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Not required.
Environmental precautions: No special measures required.
Methods and materials for containment and cleanup: Pick up mechanically.
Reference to other sections
See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for disposal information.


SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling No special precautions are necessary if used correctly.
Information about protection against explosions and fires: No special measures required.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements.
Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required.
Further information about storage conditions: None.
Specific end use(s) No data available


SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Additional information about design of technical systems: No further data; see item 7.
Control parameters
Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be monitored at
the workplace.
Additional information: The lists that were valid during the creation were used as basis.
Exposure controls
Personal protective equipment:
General protective and hygienic measures: Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Breathing equipment: Not required.
Protection of hands:
Protective gloves
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the
chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation
Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and
varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As the product is a preparation of several substances, the resistance
of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to be checked prior to the application.
Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be
observed.
Eye protection: Safety glasses


SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance:
Form: Crystalline
Color: White
Odor: Odorless
Odor threshold: No data available.
pH: N/A
Melting point/Melting range: Undetermined.
Boiling point/Boiling range: 0 °C (32 °F)
Flash point: 0 °C (32 °F)
Flammability (solid, gas): No data available.
Ignition temperature:
Decomposition temperature: No data available.
Autoignition: Product is not selfigniting.
Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard.
Explosion limits:
Lower: No data available.
Upper: No data available.
Vapor pressure: N/A
Density: No data available.
Relative density No data available.
Vapor density N/A
Evaporation rate N/A
Solubility in / Miscibility with
Water: Insoluble.
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): No data available.
Viscosity:
Dynamic: N/A
Kinematic: N/A
Solvent content:
Organic solvents: 0.0 %
Other information No data available


SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity
Chemical stability
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known.
Conditions to avoid No data available
Incompatible materials: No data available
Hazardous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known.


SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
Primary irritant effect:
on the skin: No irritant effect.
on the eye: No irritating effect.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
Additional toxicological information:
Carcinogenic categories
IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer)
None of the ingredients is listed.
NTP (National Toxicology Program)
None of the ingredients is listed.
OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety & Health Administration)
None of the ingredients is listed.


SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity
Aquatic toxicity: No data available
Persistence and degradability No data available
Bioaccumulative potential No data available
Mobility in soil No data available
Additional ecological information: Not known to be hazardous to water.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT: N/A
vPvB: N/A
Other adverse effects No data available


SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods
Recommendation:
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to enter drains, sewage systems, or other water courses system.
Uncleaned packagings:
Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.


SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN-Number
DOT, ADN, IMDG, IATA not regulated
UN proper shipping name
DOT, ADN, IMDG, IATA not regulated
Transport hazard class(es)
DOT, ADN, IMDG, IATA
Class not regulated
Packing group
DOT, IMDG, IATA not regulated
Environmental hazards:
Marine pollutant: No
Special precautions for user N/A
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of
MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code N/A
UN "Model Regulation": -


SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Sara
Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances):
None of the ingredients is listed.
Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings):
None of the ingredients is listed.
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
None of the ingredients is listed.
Proposition 65
Chemicals known to cause cancer:
None of the ingredients is listed.
Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for females:
None of the ingredients is listed.
Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for males:
None of the ingredients is listed.
Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity:
None of the ingredients is listed.
Carcinogenic categories
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
None of the ingredients is listed.
TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH)
None of the ingredients is listed.
NIOSH-Ca (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
None of the ingredients is listed.
GHS label elements The product is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
Hazard pictograms
GHS07
Signal word Warning
Hazard statements
H315+H320 Causes skin and eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements
P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102 Keep out of reach of children.
P103 Read label before use.
P231 Handle under inert gas.
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international
regulations.
Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.


SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.

About Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate

Gallium Fluoride Trihydrate is a water insoluble Gallium source for use in oxygen-sensitive applications, such as metal production. Hydrate or anhydrous forms may be purchased. Fluoride compounds have diverse applications in current technologies and science, from oil refining and etching to synthetic organic chemistry and the manufacture of pharmaceuticals. Magnesium Fluoride, for example, was used by researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics in 2013 to create a novel mid-infrared optical frequency comb composed of crystalline microresonators, a development that may lead to future advances in molecular spectroscopy. Fluorides are also commonly used to alloy metals and for optical deposition. Gallium Fluoride Trihydrate is generally immediately available in most volumes in hydrated or anhydrous forms. Ultra high purity and high purity compositions improve both optical quality and usefulness as scientific standards. Nanoscale elemental powders and suspensions, as alternative high surface area forms, may be considered. American Elements produces to many standard grades when applicable, including Mil Spec (military grade); ACS, Reagent and Technical Grade; Food, Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Grade; Optical Grade, USP and EP/BP (European Pharmacopoeia/British Pharmacopoeia) and follows applicable ASTM testing standards. Typical and custom packaging is available. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement.

Gallium(III) Fluoride Trihydrate Synonyms

Gallium trifluoride trihydrate, Gallium fluoride trihydrate, Gallium(3+) trifluoride trihydrate

Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula GaF3 • 3H2O
MDL Number MFCD00149727
EC No. 232-004-5
Beilstein/Reaxys No. N/A
Pubchem CID 71587050, 71587050
IUPAC Name trifluorogallane; trihydrate
SMILES O.O.O.F[Ga](F)F
InchI Identifier InChI=1S/3FH.Ga.3H2O/h3*1H;;3*1H2/q;;;+3;;;/p-3
InchI Key IMYYPQCEHWCDMD-UHFFFAOYSA-K

Packaging Specifications

Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Shipping documentation includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 440 gallon liquid totes, and 36,000 lb. tanker trucks.

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