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Sulfuric acid,indium(3+) salt (3:2), nonahydrate (8CI,9CI)

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET INDIUM SULPHATE
PRODUCT CODE NUMBER(S): 4150-1

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Extinguishing Media: Use an extinguisher appropriate to
the surrounding material which is burning. Use water as
Chemical Name and Synonyms: Indium sulphate; spray or fog to minimize dust, absorb heat, cool containers,
Sulphuric acid, indium salt and disperse vapours. Fight fire from upwind, from a safe
Chemical Family: Metal salt distance. Firefighters should wear protective equipment, full
face-piece positive-pressure self-contained breathing appa-
Chemical Formula: In2(SO4)3.9H2O
ratus, and clothing sufficient to preven inhalation of dust or
Product Use: Laboratory reagent
fumes, and contact with skin and eyes.
Manufacturer??s Name and Address:
Flash Point (Method Used): Not applicable
Caledon Laboratories Ltd.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
40 Armstrong Avenue
Upper Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4R9
Lower Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Telephone No: (905) 877-0101
Hazardous Combustion Products: In2O3,SOx
Fax No: (905) 877-6666
Sensitivity to Impact: None identified
Emergency Telephone No: CANUTEC (613) 996-6666
Sensitivity to Static discharge: None identified
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIALS
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES AND HEALTH DATA
Ingredients % TLV Units CAS No.
To the best of our knowledge, the physical, chemical and
0.1 mg/m3
Indium sulphate >99 10294-68-5 toxicological properties of this substance have not yet been
(as In) thoroughly investigated.

PHYSICAL DATA Toxicological Data:
Physical State: Solid LD50: (oral, rat) 1200 mg/kg; (ivn, rat) 5.63 mg/kg
Odour and Appearance: White to gray crystalline powder; LC50: Not available
odourless
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not applicable Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): Not available Inhaled: No human or animal information available. Inhala-
Vapour Density (Air = 1): Not available tion of dust may cause severe irritation, sore throat,
coughing and shortness of breath. May be absorbed with
Evaporation Rate: Not available
systemic effects as in ??Effects of Chronic Exposure . . . ??
Boiling Point (degrees C): Not available
In contact with skin: May be irritating to skin. Severity of
Melting Point (degrees C): 250??C (decomposes) effects depends on degree and duration of exposure. In ani-
pH: Not available mal testing, 5% solution did not cause injury or systemic
effects.
Specific Gravity: 3.44 @ 25??C
In contact with eyes: May casue irritqtion, with redness,
Coefficient of Water/Oil distribution: Not available
tearing, and pain..
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION Ingested: Moderately toxic orally, as reported from animal
testing. No human information available. Ingestion may
UN: Not regulated cause gastrointestinal irritation, with burning sensation, ab-
dominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
T.D.G. Class: Not regulated
Pkg. Group: Not regulated
Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product:
REACTIVITY DATA Highly toxic by intravenous or subcutaneous injection and
parenterally in animals, causing damage to liver, kidneys,
Chemical Stability: Stable. Hygroscopic
lungs, spleen and blood. Orally caused weight loss, de-
Incompatibility with other substances: Incompatible with creased activity, roughened coat when fed 30 g/day over 72
acids
days. Exposure to indium compounds may cause pain in
Reactivity: Avoid excessive heat, incompatible materials,
. the joints and bones, tooth decay, nervous and gastrointesti-
generation of dust.
nal disorders, heart pain and general debility.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: SOx
Carcinogenicity: No evidence of carcinogenicity
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Teratogenicity: Experiments on animals have shown in-
Flammability: Not combustible dium to be a potent teratogen, producing minor but specific
INDIUM SULPHATE
MSDS

CODE: 4150-1

effects on digits of both fore and hind limbs (hamsters). No If spontaneous vomiting occurs, have victim lean forward
human data. No information regarding indium salts. with head down to avoid breathing in of vomitus, rinse
mouth and administer more water. Obtain medical attention
Reproductive Effects: No human or animal information
immediately.
available.
Mutagenicity: Negative results in animal testing
REFERENCES USE Synergistic Products: None found
CCINFO disc
PREVENTIVE MEASURES Royal Society of Chemistry: Chemical Safety Data Sheets,
Vol. 2, 1989
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation required.
Sax, Lewis: Hawley??s Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th
Respiratory Protection: Dust/mist mask, fumehood. Up to
ed., 1987
10x TLV, or the maximum use specified by the respirator
supplier, whichever is lowest, NIOSH approved half- face Suppliers?? Material Safety Data Sheets
high-efficiency dust/mist filter respirator. Up to 50x TLV, or
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
the maximum use specified by the respirator supplier, which-
ever is lowest, NIOSH approved full face-piece
Date Issued: April 1993
high-efficiency dust/mist filter respirator. Higher or unknown
concentrations, or for fire or spill conditions, self-contained Date Revised: January 2008
breathing apparatus, or full face-piece, positive-pressure MSDS: 4150-1
supplied-air respirator.
Proposed WHMIS Designation: Insufficient information
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles
available
Skin Protection: Rubber or plastic gloves. Other protec-
tive clothing, plastic apron, sleeves, sufficient to prevent Prepared by: Caledon Laboratories Ltd. (905) 877-0101
contact.
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. believes the information contained
Other Personal Protective Equipment: Safety shower herein is reliable and accurate. Caledon makes no warranty
and eye-wash fountain in work area.
with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reli-
Leak and Spill Procedure: Ventilate area of spill. Evacu-
ance thereon. Such information is solely for your consider-
ate area. Cleanup personnel must be thoroughly trained in
ation, investigation, and verification.
the handling of hazardous materials, and must wear protec-
tive equipment and clothing sufficient to prevent inhalation of
dust or fumes, and contact with skin and eyes. Gather up in
a manner that does not raise dust, and place in suitable
containers for reclamation or disposal. Wash the site thor-
oughly with water and detergent.
Waste Disposal: Follow all federal, provincial and local
regulations for disposal.
Handling Procedures and Equipment: TOXIC. Workers
using this mateiral must be thoroughly trained in its hazards
and its safe use, and must wear appropriate protective
equipment and clothing. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
clothing, and inhalation of dust or mist. Use the smallest
amount possible for the purpose, in a designated area with
adequate ventilation. Follow routine safe handling and
good housekeeping procedures to minimize generation of
dust. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Requirements: Store in suitable, labelled contain-
ers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight,
and away from incompatible materials. Keep containers
tightly closed.

FIRST AID MEASURES
Specific Measures:
Eyes: Flush eyes thoroughly with gently running water,
holding eyelids open while flushing, for at least ten (10) min-
utes, until no trace of chemical remains. Get medical
attention.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing, including watches,
rings, belts, and shoes. Brush or wipe off dry material.
Flush skin with plenty of running water, for at least ten (10)
minutes, or until no evidence of chemical remains. If irrita-
tion develops get medical attention.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Give oxygen and get
medical attention for breathing difficulty.
Ingestion: If victim is alert and NOT convulsing, give 2 to 4
glasses of water to drink to dilute. DO NOT induce vomiting.

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