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CAS Number: 14898-67-0
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44-5880
Ruthenium › Ruthenium(III) chloride hydrate (40-43% Ru) (99.9%-Ru)
CAS Number: 14898-67-0
MDL Number: MFCD00149844
Molecular Formula: Cl3Ru
Molecular Weight: 207.43
Chemical Formula: RuCl3·XH2O
Color and Form: black pwdr.
Note:  

Stability: hygroscopic

Safety: Hazardous

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Ruthenium (III) chloride hydrate (40-43% Ru) (99.9%-Ru)
Product Number: 44-5880
CAS Registry Number: 14898-67-0
Formula: RuCl3.xH2O
EINECS Number: 233-167-5
Chemical Family: metal halide
Synonym: Ruthenium trichloride
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title compound 14898-67-0 100 no data no data
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Corrosive to skin and eyes. Material has a strong odor of chlorine. Inhalation will lead to burning of the respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation
Eye Contact: Corrosive to the eyes.
Skin Contact: Causes burns to the skin.
Inhalation: The material has a strong chlorine odor. Inhalation will lead to burning of the respiratory tract.
Ingestion: No information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion.
Acute Health Effects: Corrosive to skin, eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Effects: No information available on long-term chronic effects.
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Exposure: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Exposure: Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Ingestion: Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: none
Autoignition Temperature: none
Explosion Limits: none
Extinguishing Medium: none required
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic chlorine and hydrochloric acid fumes.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures: Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store material in a tightly sealed bottle. If possible, handle material in an efficient fume hood.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves and clothing.
Ventilation: If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator: No respirator is required when handling this material unless large volumes are handled in a poorly ventilated area.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: black pwdr.
Molecular Weight: 207.43 (anhydrous)
Melting Point: decomposes
Boiling Point: decomposes
Vapor Pressure: not applicable
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: may have a strong chlorine odor.
Solubility in Water: soluble in water
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: hygroscopic
Hazardous Polymerization: none
Conditions to Avoid: material may absorb water from the atmosphere on prolonged exposure.
Incompatibility: strong reducing agents.
Decomposition Products: hydrogen chloride and chlorine
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: For ruthenium chloride (anhydrous): Intraperitoneal (rat); LD50: 360mg/kg.
Carcinogenic Effects: No data available
Mutagenic Effects: No data available
Tetratogenic Effects: No data available
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: No information available
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Corrosive solids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR): 8
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): II
UN ID Number (CFR): UN# 1759
Shipping Name (IATA): Corrosive solids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA): 8
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): II
UN ID Number (IATA): UN# 1759
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: listed in the TSCA inventory as RuCl3 (CAS# 10049-08-8)
SARA (Title 313): not regulated by Title 313
Second Ingredient: none
Third Ingredient: none
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer: The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information.
Preparation Date: 8/21/1999
Revision Date: 8/01/2011

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