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CAS Number: 1310-53-8
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97-3222
Germanium › Germanium(IV) oxide, elec. gr. (99.9999%-Ge) PURATREM
CAS Number: 1310-53-8
MDL Number: MFCD00011030
Molecular Formula: GeO2
Molecular Weight: 104.59
Chemical Formula: GeO2
Color and Form: white pwdr.
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Physical Characteristics: melting point 1111-1119°C, density 4.228

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Germanium (IV) oxide, elec. gr. (99.9999%-Ge) PURATREM
Product Number: 97-3222
CAS Registry Number: 1310-53-8
Formula: GeO2
EINECS Number: 215-180-8
Chemical Family: metal oxide
Synonym: Germanium oxide, Germanium dioxide, Germania.
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 1310-53-8 100 no data no data
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Inhalation
Eye Contact: The dust may cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes. Symptoms include redness, and pain.
Skin Contact: The dust may cause slight irritation and dryness of the skin.
Inhalation: Harmful by inhalation. Do not breath dust. May be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
Acute Health Effects: Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. May be irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Redness and pain in eyes and coughing and sore throat may result.
Chronic Health Effects: Prolonged inhalation of dust may produce chronic pulmonary edema.
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: not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: none
Explosion Limits: none
Extinguishing Medium: None. Material is non-flammable.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: No special fire-fighting procedures. The material is non-flammable.
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
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: No special storage conditions.
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 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
Color and Form: white pwdr.
Molecular Weight: 104.59
Melting Point: 1111-1119°C
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: 4.228
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture stable solid
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: none
Incompatibility: Active metals
Decomposition Products: none
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: Oral (rat); LD50: 1250 mg/kg. Inhalation (rat); LC50: >1420 mg/m3/4H. Intraperitoneal (rat); LD50: 750 mg/kg. Subcutaneous (rat); LD50: 1910 mg/kg. Oral (mouse); LD50: 1250 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 1550 mg/kg. Subcutaneous (mouse);LD50: 2550 mg/kg. Subcutaneous (rabbit); LD50: 845 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (guinea pig); LDLo: 400 mg/kg. Oral (rat); TDLo: 13650 mg/kg/13W-I. Oral (rat); TDLo: 10 mg/kg/14W-I. Inhalation (rat); TCLo: 309 mg/m3/6H/4W-I. Subcutaneous (rat); TDLo: 2450 mg/kg/35D-C.
Carcinogenic Effects: No data available
Mutagenic Effects: No data available
Tetratogenic Effects: Reproductive effector
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): Title compound not listed.
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: 3/20/2001
Revision Date: 12/14/2011

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