Praseodymium Nitrate

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Praseodymium Nitrate

Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. PR-NAT-02-C.6HYD , PR-NAT-03-C.6HYD , PR-NAT-04-C.6HYD , PR-NAT-05-C.6HYD

CAS #: 15878-77-0

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351

Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Oxidizing solids (Category 3), H272
Skin irritation (Category 2), H315
Eye irritation (Category 2A), H319
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system, H335
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram

Signal word Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statement(s)
P210 Keep away from heat.
P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials.
P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a
position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or
doctor/ physician if you feel unwell.
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 advice/ attention.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant
foam for extinction.
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal
plant.
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS - none

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances
Formula : N3O9Pr · 6H2O
Molecular weight : 435.01 g/mol
CAS-No. : 15878-77-0
EC-No. : 233-796-5

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.Move out of
dangerous area.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult
a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section
2) and/or in section 11
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Nitrogen oxides (NOx), praseodymium oxides
Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Further information
Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist
or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing
dust.
For personal protection see section 8.
Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Sweep up and shovel. Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected
vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local
regulations (see section 13). Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.Further processing
of solid materials may result in the formation of combustible dusts. The potential for
combustible dust formation should be taken into consideration before additional processing
occurs.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Keep away from
sources of ignition - No smoking.Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
For precautions see section 2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
hygroscopic
Storage class (TRGS 510): 5.1B: Oxidizing hazardous materials
Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1 no other specific uses are stipulated

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands
before breaks and at the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye
protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as
NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove
removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact
with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with
applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Body Protection
Impervious clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according
to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific
workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a fullface
particle respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as
a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection,
use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and
approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN
(EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Do not let product enter drains.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: crystalline
Colour: light green
b) Odour No data available
c) Odour Threshold No data available
d) pH No data available
e) Melting point/freezing point
No data available
f) Initial boiling point and boiling range
No data available
g) Flash point ()No data available
h) Evaporation rate No data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas)
No data available
j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits
No data available
k) Vapour pressure No data available
l) Vapour density No data available
m) Relative density No data available
n) Water solubility No data available
o) Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
No data available
p) Auto-ignition temperature
No data available
q) Decomposition temperature
No data available
r) Viscosity No data available
s) Explosive properties No data available
t) Oxidizing properties The substance or mixture is classified as oxidizing with the
category 3.
Other safety information
No data available

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity
No data available
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No data available
Conditions to avoid
No data available
Incompatible materials
Strong reducing agents, Powdered metals, Strong acids
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Nitrogen oxides (NOx),
praseodymium oxides
Other decomposition products - No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral - Rat - 3,500 mg/kg
Remarks: (RTECS)
Skin corrosion/irritation
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Germ cell mutagenicity
Carcinogenicity
ACGIH: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is
identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.
NTP: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is
identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is
on OSHA’s list of regulated carcinogens.
Reproductive toxicity
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
Acute inhalation toxicity - Possible damages:, mucosal irritations
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard
Additional Information
RTECS: TU1400000
burning sensation, Cough, wheezing, laryngitis, Shortness of breath, Headache, Nausea,
Vomiting, To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties
have not been thoroughly investigated.
The following applies to nitrites/nitrates in general: methaemoglobinaemia after the uptake
of large quantities.
Other dangerous properties can not be excluded.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity
Toxicity to fish LC50 - Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) - 0.7 mg/l - 96 h
Remarks: (Hommel)
Toxicity to daphnia
and other aquatic
invertebrates
EC50 - Daphnia (water flea) - < 1 mg/l - 48 h
Remarks: (Hommel)
Toxicity to algae IC50 - algae - < 1 mg/l - 72 h
Remarks: (Hommel)
Persistence and degradability
Bioaccumulative potential
Mobility in soil
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not
conducted
Other adverse effects

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods
Product
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra
care in igniting as this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable
solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal
service to dispose of this material.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT (US)
UN number: 1465 Class: 5.1 Packing group: III
Proper shipping name: Didymium nitrate
Reportable Quantity (RQ):
Poison Inhalation Hazard: No
IMDG
UN number: 1465 Class: 5.1 Packing group: III EMS-No: F-A, S-Q
Proper shipping name: DIDYMIUM NITRATE
IATA
UN number: 1465 Class: 5.1 Packing group: III
Proper shipping name: Didymium nitrate

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

SARA 302 Components
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III,
Section 302.
SARA 313 Components
This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that
exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section
313.
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Praseodymium(III) nitrate hexahydrate CAS-No.
15878-77-0
Revision Date
2007-03-01
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Praseodymium(III) nitrate hexahydrate CAS-No.
15878-77-0
Revision Date
2007-03-01
California Prop. 65 Components
This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

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.