Material Safety Data Sheet
Science Stuff, Inc.
1104 Newport Ave
Austin, TX 78753
Phone (512) 837-6020
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Section 1 Identification
Product Number:C1961 
Health:
Flammability
Reactivity
Hazard Rating:
LeastSlightModerateHighExtreme
01234
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
Product Name:Lanthanum Standard 1000 ppm w/v 
Trade/Chemical Synonyms 
Formula:N/A
RTECS: 
C.A.SSee Below
Section 2 Component Mixture
Sara 313ComponentCAS Number%DimExposure Limits:
Water, Deionized ASTM Type II CAS# 7732-18-5 Balance V/V None Established 
Lanthanum Nitrate Hexahydrate, Crystals CAS# 10277-43-7 <0.5%% W/V  
Nitric Acid  CAS# 7697-37-2 3.5% v/v OSHA TWA 2 ppm (5mg/mƒ), STEL 4 ppm (10mg/mƒ) 
Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also see section 11)
Causes severe irritation and burns. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. 
Section 4 First Aid Measures
Causes severe irritation and burns. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.

FIRST AID: CALL A PHYSICIAN. SKIN: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Thoroughly clean clothing and shoes before reuse.

EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen

INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures
Fire Extinguisher Type:Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire
Fire/Explosion Hazards:None Known.
Fire Fighting Procedure:Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing.
Section 6 Accidental Release Measures
Absorb spill with inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, local law.
Section 7 Handling and Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling 
Section 8 Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection:None required
Ventilation: Mechanical: Hand Protection:Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure
Local Exhaust: Eye Protection:Splash Goggles
Other Protective Equipment: Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Melting Point:~0° CSpecific Gravity~1.0
Boiling Point:~100° C Percent Volatile by Volume:>98%
Vapor Pressure:Information not available Evaporation Rate:1
Vapor Density: Information not available Evaporation Standard:
Solubility in Water: Soluble Auto ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Appearance and Odor: Colorless odorless liquid Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: Not applicable
Flash Point: not flammable Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: Not applicable
Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information
Stability: StableConditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
Materials to Avoid:
Concentrated Acids and Bases, Water reactive materials.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Lanthanum oxides
Hazardous Polymerization:not expected to occur
Condition to Avoid:None known
Section 11 Additional Information
Conditions aggravated/target organs: Corrosive! Persons with preexisting skin, eye and respiratory disorders may be more susceptible. Acute: Severe irritation or burns to skin, eyes, respiratory tract and digestive tract, possible yellow stains on skin, harmful or fatal by inhalation or ingestion. Chronic: Dermatitis, eye damage, possible blindness, inflammatory and ulcerative changes in mucous membranes. 
DOT Classification: Corrosive Liquid, n.o.s. (Nitric Acid), 8, UN1760, PG III
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
Revision No:0Date Entered: 9/1/2006 Approved by: WPF

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