Section 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Dysprosium (III) i-propoxide (99.9%-Dy) (REO)
CAS Registry Number: 6742-68-3
Formula: Dy(OC3H7)3
EINECS Number:
Chemical Family: metal alkoxide
Synonym: dysprosium isopropanolate, isopropanol, dysprosium salt.
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 6742-68-3 100% no data no data
Section 3: Hazards Identification
The product is moderately caustic. Dust is irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Moisture will produce
Emergency Overview:
isopropanol vapor which may cause drowsiness.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, contact with skin and eyes.
Eye Contact: The dust and the isopropanol released on hydrolysis causes moderate to severe irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact: Forms mildly alkaline oxide powder that irritates the skin.
Dust causes moderate irritation to the upper respiratory tract. isopropanol vapor may cause dizziness and
Inhalation:
drowsiness
Ingestion: Ingestion may cause moderate irritation of the gastrointestinal tract, nausea, vomiting, headache, and coma.
The product is alkaline and a moderate irritant. isopropanol is a skin and eye irritant. Exposure may cause
Acute Health Affects:
impairment of coordination and reaction time.
No data is available for this product. Isopropanol is a possible mutagen, tumorigen and reproductive effector.
Chronic Health Affects:
Prolonged exposure may damage nerves, kidneys, and the cardiovascular system.
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical
Skin Exposure:
assistance if irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
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).
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: no data
Explosion Limits: no data
Extinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Highly flammable. Formation of explosive air/dust mixtures is possible in presence of moisture.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Eliminate all ignition sources. Avoid contact with water. Small spills may be adsorbed into diatomaceous earth,
Spill and Leak Procedures:
sand, or other suitable adsorbent, and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Store in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. If container is left open, product may adsorb moisture and
Handling and Storage:
carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release isopropanol vapor.
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: Material may form a vapor upon exposure to air. if possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation: Material may form a vapor upon exposure to air. if possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: tan pwdr.
Molecular Weight: 339.77
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: alcohol-like odor
Solubility in Water: reacts with water
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture sensitive solid
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Keep away from moisture, heat and ignition sources including open flame and electrostatic discharge.
Incompatibility: water, mineral acids and halogens
Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides and carbonates.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No specific information available on this product.
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): Flammable solids, Organic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR): 4.1
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): II
UN ID Number (CFR): UN# 1325
Shipping Name (IATA): Flammable solid, Organic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA): 4.1
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): II
UN ID Number (IATA): UN# 1325
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient: none
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A
