SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Physical hazards
Category 1A
Skin corrosion/irritation
Health hazards
Category 1
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Category 2
Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure
Not classified.
Environmental hazards
Not classified.
OSHA defined hazards
Label elements

Signal word
Danger
Hazard statement
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. May cause damage to
organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary statement
Prevention
Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face
protection.
Response
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all
contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. 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. Immediately call a POISON
CENTER or doctor/physician. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Storage
Store locked up.
Disposal
Not available.
Hazard(s) not otherwise classified (HNOC)
None known.
Supplemental information
None.

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

CAS No. / Substance Name:
Gallium (III) nitrate solution
13494-90-1

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Call a physician if symptoms develop or persist.
Skin contact
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Call a physician or
poison control center immediately. Chemical burns must be treated by a physician. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
Eye contact
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a physician or poison control center immediately.
Ingestion
Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. If
vomiting occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs.
Most important
symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Burning pain and severe corrosive skin damage. Causes serious eye damage. Symptoms may
include stinging, tearing, redness, swelling, and blurred vision. Permanent eye damage including
blindness could result. Prolonged exposure may cause chronic effects.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically. Chemical burns: Flush with water
immediately. While flushing, remove clothes which do not adhere to affected area. Call an
ambulance. Continue flushing during transport to hospital. Keep victim under observation.
Symptoms may be delayed.
General information
If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Ensure that medical
personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves.

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable extinguishing media
Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.
Special protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
Fire fighting equipment/instructions
Move containers from fire area if you can do so without risk.
Specific methods
Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials.
General fire hazards
No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Keep out of
low areas. Wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-up. Do not breathe
mist or vapor. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate
protective clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Local authorities should be advised if significant
spillages cannot be contained. For personal protection, see section 8 of the SDS.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Large Spills: Stop the flow of material, if this is without risk. Dike the spilled material, where this is
possible. Cover with plastic sheet to prevent spreading. Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers. Prevent entry into waterways, sewer, basements or confined areas. Following product recovery, flush area with water.
Small Spills: Wipe up with absorbent material (e.g. cloth, fleece). Clean surface thoroughly to
remove residual contamination.
Never return spills to original containers for re-use. For waste disposal, see section 13 of the SDS.
Environmental precautions
Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling
Do not breathe mist or vapor. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid prolonged
exposure. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Observe
good industrial hygiene practices.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store locked up. Store in original tightly closed container. Store away from incompatible materials
(see Section 10 of the SDS).

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Biological limit values
No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Appropriate engineering controls
Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be used. Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If exposure limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level. Eye wash facilities and emergency shower must be available when handling this product.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles).
Skin protection
Hand protection
Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.
Other
Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing. Use of an impervious apron is recommended.
Respiratory protection
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Thermal hazards
Wear appropriate thermal protective clothing, when necessary.
General hygiene considerations
Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to remove contaminants.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance
Physical state
Liquid.
Form
Liquid.
Color
Colorless.
Odor
Odorless.
Odor threshold
Not available.
pH
Not available.
Melting point/freezing point
32 °F (0 °C) estimated
Initial boiling point and
boiling range
212 °F (100 °C) estimated
Flash point
Not available.
Evaporation rate
Not available.
Flammability (solid, gas)
Not available.
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits
Flammability limit - lower (%)
Not available.
Flammability limit - upper (%)
Not available.
Explosive limit - lower (%)
Not available.
Explosive limit - upper (%)
Not available.
Vapor pressure
Not available.
Vapor density
Not available.
Relative density
Not available.
Solubility(ies)
Solubility (water)
Miscible.
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water)
Not available.
Auto-ignition temperature
Not available.
Decomposition temperature
Not available.
Viscosity
Not available.
Other information
Density
1.02 g/cm3 estimated
Percent volatile
< 95 %
Specific gravity
1.02 estimated

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity
The product is stable and non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.
Chemical stability
Material is stable under normal conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Conditions to avoid
Contact with incompatible materials.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous decomposition
products
No hazardous decomposition products are known.

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on likely routes of exposure
Inhalation
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure by inhalation. May cause
irritation to the respiratory system. Prolonged inhalation may be harmful.
Skin contact
Causes severe skin burns.
Eye contact
Causes serious eye damage.
Ingestion
Causes digestive tract burns.
Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics
Burning pain and severe corrosive skin damage. Causes serious eye damage. Symptoms may
include stinging, tearing, redness, swelling, and blurred vision. Permanent eye damage including
blindness could result.
Skin corrosion/irritation
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Causes serious eye damage.
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Respiratory sensitization
Not available.
Skin sensitization
This product is not expected to cause skin sensitization.
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available to indicate product or any components present at greater than 0.1% are
mutagenic or genotoxic.
Carcinogenicity
This product is not considered to be a carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA.
IARC Monographs. Overall Evaluation of Carcinogenicity
Not available.
US. National Toxicology Program (NTP) Report on Carcinogens
Not available.
Reproductive toxicity
This product is not expected to cause reproductive or developmental effects.
Specific target organ toxicity- single exposure
Not classified.
Specific target organ toxicity- repeated exposure
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Aspiration hazard
Not available.
Chronic effects
Prolonged inhalation may be harmful. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity
The product is not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the
possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.
Persistence and degradability:
No data is available on the degradability of this product.
Bioaccumulative potential:
No data available.
Mobility in soil:
No data available.
Other adverse effects
No other adverse environmental effects (e.g. ozone depletion, photochemical ozone creation
potential, endocrine disruption, global warming potential) are expected from this component.

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Disposal instructions
Collect and reclaim or dispose in sealed containers at licensed waste disposal site. Dispose of
contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Local disposal regulations
Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Hazardous waste code
The waste code should be assigned in discussion between the user, the producer and the waste
disposal company.
Waste from residues / unused products
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe manner (see: Disposal instructions).
Contaminated packaging
Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.
Since emptied containers may retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is
emptied.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT
UN3264
Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Gallium nitrate)
UN proper shipping name
8
Transport hazard class(es)
Subsidiary risk
8
Label(s)
III
Packing group
Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
Special precautions for user
IB3, T7, TP1, TP28
Special provisions
154
Packaging exceptions
203
Packaging non bulk
241
Packaging bulk
IATA
UN3264
Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Gallium nitrate)
UN proper shipping name
8
Class
Transport hazard class(es)
Subsidiary risk
III
Packing group
No.
Environmental hazards
8L
ERG Code
Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
Special precautions for user
Allowed.
Passenger and cargo aircraft
Other information
Allowed.
Cargo aircraft only
IMDG
UN3264
CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (Gallium nitrate)
UN proper shipping name
8
Class
Transport hazard class(es)
Subsidiary risk
III
Packing group
No.
Marine pollutant
Environmental hazards
F-A, S-B

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
National regulations
All components of this product are listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances Control Act Chemical substance Inventory.
SARA Section 313 (specific toxic chemical listings)
Gallium (III) nitrate solution
California Proposition 65
Prop 65 - Chemicals known to cause cancer
Substance is not listed.
Prop 65 - Developmental toxicity
Substance is not listed.
Prop 65 - Developmental toxicity, female
Substance is not listed.
Prop 65 - Developmental toxicity, male
Substance is not listed.
Information about limitation of use:
For use only by technically qualified individuals.
Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulations
Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) according to the REACH Regulations (EC) No. 1907/2006.
Substance is not listed.
The conditions of restrictions according to Article 67 and Annex XVII of the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) for the manufacturing, placing on the market and use must be observed.
Substance is not listed.
Annex XIV of the REACH Regulations (requiring Authorisation for use)
Substance is not listed.