Gallium(II)chloride

Synonym:Gallium dichloride

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound13498-12-9100%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Corrosive to skin and eyes. Material hydrolyzes in contact with moisture releasing hydrochloric acid and under
Emergency Overview:
some conditions corrosive hydrogen chloride vapors.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes
Eye Contact:Causes burns to the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes burns to the skin.
Forms hydrochloric acid in the presence of moisture. Inhalation of vapors can lead to burning of the respiratory
Inhalation:
tract.
Ingestion:Corrosive to the gastrointestinal system.
Acute Health Affects:Causes eye and skin burns, dyspnea (difficulty breathing) and pulmonary edema.
Chronic Health Affects:No information available on long-term chronic effects.
NTP:No
IARC:No
OSHA:No

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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 water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
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.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:none
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:none required
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 andIf involved in a fire this material may emit toxic chlorine and hydrochloric acid fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
To avoid raising dust, small spills can be mixed with powdered sodium bicarbonate, lime, or calcium carbonate
Spill and Leak Procedures:
and swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Store material in a tightly sealed bottle away from moisture. If possible, handle material in an efficient fume
Handling and Storage:
hood. Prolonged exposure to the atmosphere may lead to degradation of the product.

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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. Consult glove manufacturer to determine proper type of gloves.
Ventilation:If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If in form of fine dust and ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators
Respirator:
requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:white xtl.
Molecular Weight:281.26
Melting Point:164°
Boiling Point:535°C
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:Reacts with water

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:moisture sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:contact with moisture
Incompatibility:Oxidizing agents, halogens and active metals
Decomposition Products:with moisture: hydrochloric acid and gallium oxides.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects:no data
Mutagenic Effects:no data
Tetratogenic Effects:no data

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Corrosive Solids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):8
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):II
UN ID Number (CFR):UN# 1759
Shipping Name (IATA):Corrosive Solid, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):8
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):II
UN ID Number (IATA):UN# 1759

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound not regulated under section 313
Second Ingredient:none

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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