MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: Indium Nitride Synonyms: Indium Mononitride
Chemical Family: Metal Nitride Formula: InN
CAS #: 25617-98-5
II HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
TLV: 25 ppm (as NH3) 0.1 mg/m3 (as In)
Indium Nitride %: 100 OSHA PEL: 50 ppm (as NH3)
III PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point: No data Melting Point: No data
Reaction with Water: Probably decomposes to form NH3 Density (gm/cc): No data
Solubility in Water: Probably decomposes Vapor Pressure: N/A
Appearance and Odor: Black powder; odorless.
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA
Flash Point (Method used): N/A Flammability: Hazard on contact with water.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear a self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing to prevent contact with
skin and eyes.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Material may emit toxic fumes if involved in a fire. Material may emit flammable NH3 and
H2 on contact with water. A moderate explosion hazard.
Extinguishing Media: DO NOT USE WATER! Use dry chemical, CO2.
V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, skin, and ingestion.
Effects of Overexposure:
Inhalation: A respiratory irritant. Coughing, sneezing, difficulty breathing and pulmonary edema possible. May cause irritation to
the mucous membranes of the nose and throat.
Dermal/Eye Contact: Dermal: Irritation-inflammation, redness possible. May cause dermatitis. Eye: Inflammation, irritation,
watering and redness possible. Risk of serious injury.
Other: When indium is injected into animals via intraperitoreal or intravenous routes it is found to be highly toxic. It affects the
liver, heart, kidneys and the blood. However, available data is scanty.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INGESTION: Give 1-2 cups of milk or water and induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air; give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Seek medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Brush off skin, wash area with soap and water and seek medical attention.
EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with lukewarm water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Unstable
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Strong acids, strong bases and water/moisture.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: InxOy, NH3 and H2.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to Avoid: Air, heat and water/moisture.
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Isolate the area where the spill occurred, insure proper ventilation is available and that water/moisture are kept out of the area.
Vacuum up the spill using a high efficiency unit and place in a container for proper disposal. Take care not to raise dust.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local Regulations.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: Wear NIOSH-approved dust-mist-fume respirator.
Ventilation: Local Exhaust: Maintain exposure below TLV. Special: Handle in dry, inert, controlled atm
Protective Gloves: Neoprene Eye protection: Safety glasses
Other Protective Equipment: Wear protective clothing to prevent contamination of skin and clothes.
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Other Precautions: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place. Wash hands and face throughly after handling and before
meals.
Transportation Requirements:
DOT Class: Not classified
UN Number: Not classified
IMCO Class: Not classified
Other: SPC, Corrosive
Prepared By: S. Dierks
Dated: April 1993
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