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CAS Number: 10049-07-7
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45-1878
Rhodium › Rhodium(III) chloride, anhydrous
CAS Number: 10049-07-7
MDL Number: MFCD00011204
Molecular Formula: Cl3Rh
Molecular Weight: 209.28
Chemical Formula: RhCl3
Color and Form: red pwdr.
Note:  

Stability: hygroscopic

Physical Characteristics: melting point 450°C dec.

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Rhodium (III) chloride, anhydrous
Product Number: 45-1878
CAS Registry Number: 10049-07-7
Formula: RhCl3
EINECS Number: 233-165-4
Chemical Family: metal halide
Synonym: Rhodium trichloride
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 10049-07-7 100 1 mg/m3 (as Rh) 0.1 mg/m3 (as Rh)
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion
Eye Contact: Causes slight to mild irritation of the eyes
Skin Contact: May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation: May be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
Acute Health Effects: Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to Eyes. May be irritating to skin 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: carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: If this product is 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 irritating fumes.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Non-flammable solid. 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 in a tightly sealed container. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. May absorb moisture on prolonged exposure to the atmosphere.
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 clothing and gloves.
Ventilation: If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator: If ventilation is not available, a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respiratory Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: red powder
Molecular Weight: 209.28
Melting Point: 450°C dec.
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: not applicable
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: hygroscopic
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: none
Incompatibility: active metals
Decomposition Products: hydrogen chloride and rhodium salts.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: Oral (rat); LD50: 1302 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (rat); LD50: 280 mg/kg. Intravenous (rat); LD50: 198 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD10: 879 mg/kg. Intravenous (rabbit); LD50: 215 mg/kg. Oral (mouse); TDLo: 940 mg/kg/66W-C. Intratesticular (rat); TDLo: 16741 ug/kg. Bacteria-Bacillus subtilis; DNA repair: 5 nmol/L.
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): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): NA
UN ID Number (CFR): NA
Shipping Name (IATA): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): NA
UN ID Number (IATA): NA
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): not reportable under SARA 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: 11/28/1999
Revision Date: 8/03/2010

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