MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: Indium Nitrate Chemical Nature: Metal Nitrate
Chemical Formula: In(NO3)3
II HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
TLV (Units): 0.1 mg/m3 OSHA PEL: Not Set
III PHYSICAL DATA
100 oC
Boiling Point 760 mm Hg: Not determined Melting Point:
Reaction with Water: Hydrolyzes Density: Not Available
Molecular Weight: 300.82 Solubility in H2O: Very Soluble
Appearance and Odor: Colorless crystalline solid, powder no odor.
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA
Flash Point: N/A Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Flammability: Contributes to flammability. Extinguishing Media: Dry Chemical.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard: An oxidizer which may enhance fires.
V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Effects of Over Exposure:
Inhalation: Compounds cause mild pulmonary irritation. May cause pulmonary edema if exposure is severe.
Dermal/Eye Contact: Irritation of the skin, and eye.
Other: No human toxicity data available. Indium compounds have been reported to cause heart, liver and kidney injury. Ingestion
of this compound may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, convulsions and collapse.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Not Determined.
Carcinogenicity: None
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
EYES: Flush with copious amounts of water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
SKIN: Remove any contaminated clothing, brush material off of skin, flush with running water, wash with soap and water.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention.
INGESTION: Induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Incompatibilities: Strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May emit NOx gases when heated to decomposition.
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Sweep or scoop up and remove.
Waste Disposal Method: In accordance with Local, State and Federal Waste Disposal Regulations.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): Filter - Dust, Fume, Mist. If dust or fumes are being generated, use a half or full mask air
purifying respirator.
Ventilation: Local Exhaust: To maintain exposure below TLV.
Mechanical: Not recommended.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses.
Protective Gloves: Neoprene
Other Protective Equipment: Normal laboratory wear.
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage:
鈥ash thoroughly after handling
鈥o not get in eyes, on skin or clothing
鈥o not breath dust, vapor, mist, or gas
鈥eep container closed
鈥tore in tightly closed containers
鈥eep from contact with clothing and other combustible materials. It is an oxidizer.
Prepared By: S. Dierks
Date: October 1993
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