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CAS Number: 1309-64-4
97-0380
Antimony › Antimony(III) oxide, elec. gr. (99.999%-Sb) PURATREM| CAS Number: | 1309-64-4 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00011214 |
| Molecular Formula: | O3Sb2 |
| Molecular Weight: | 291.50 |
| Chemical Formula: | Sb2O3 |
| Color and Form: | white pwdr. |
| Note: |
Physical Characteristics: melting point 656°C, boiling point 1550°C subl., density 5.67
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Antimony (III) oxide, elec. gr. (99.999%-Sb) PURATREM |
| Product Number: | 97-0380 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 1309-64-4 |
| Formula: | Sb2O3 |
| EINECS Number: | 215-175-0 |
| Chemical Family: | metal oxide |
| Synonym: | Antimonious oxide, Antimony sesquioxide, Antimony White |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 1309-64-4 | 100 | 0.5mg/m3 (as Sb) | 0.5mg/m3 (as Sb) |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. May cause bleeding gums, laryngitis, headache, anemia, skin eruptions, liver and kidney damage. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Inhalation, ingestion, contact with skin and eyes. |
| Eye Contact: | Causes mild to severe irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | Causes mild to severe irritation of the skin. May cause dermatitis and skin eruptions. |
| Inhalation: | Irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | Ingestion may lead to nausea, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and convulsions. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | Dust may cause bleeding gums, laryngitis, headache, anemia, skin eruptions, liver and kidney damage. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. Possible risk of irreversible effects. |
| NTP: | No |
| IARC: | No |
| OSHA: | No |
| SECTION 4: First Aid Measures | |
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| 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 | |
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| Flash Point: | not applicable |
| Autoignition Temperature: | none |
| Explosion Limits: | none |
| Extinguishing Medium: | None. Material is non-flammable. |
| 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: | no hazardous decomposition products. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | No special storage conditions. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing. |
| Ventilation: | Material may form a fine dust. 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 Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134. |
| Additional Protection: | No additional protection required. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties | |
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| Color and Form: | white pwdr. |
| Molecular Weight: | 291.5 |
| Melting Point: | 656°C |
| Boiling Point: | 1550°C subl. |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | 5.67 |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | insoluble |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | air and moisture stable solid |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | none |
| Incompatibility: | active metals and strong bases |
| Decomposition Products: | none |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Admin. into the eye (rabbit); Standard Draize test: 100 mg. Oral (rat); LD50: >34600 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (rat); LD50: 3250 mg/kg. Subcutaneous (rat); LD50: 7904 mg/kg. Intravenous (dog); LDLo: 3mg/kg. Admin. onto the skin (rabbit); LDLo: 2 gm/kg. Subcutaneous (rabbit); LDLo: 2500 ug/kg. Inhalation (rat); TCLo: 72 ug/m3/24H/17W-C. Inhalation (rat); TCLo: 4500 ug/m3/6H/1Y-I. Inhalation (guinea pig); TCLo: 45 mg/m3/10W-I. Inhalation (rat); TCLo: 4200 ug/m3/52W-I. Inhalation (rat); TCLo: 270 ug/m3. Intratesticular (rat); TDLo: 23320 ug/kg. Cytogenetic analysis; Human Lymphocyte: 50 mg/L. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | Possible tumorigen |
| Mutagenic Effects: | Possible mutagen |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | Possible reproductive effector. |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | Do not introduce to groundwater or waterways. |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| 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 | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound: See Category Code N010 for reporting. |
| Second Ingredient: | none |
| Third Ingredient: | none |
| SECTION 16: Other Information | |
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| 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: | 3/20/2001 |
| Revision Date: | 12/14/2011 |
