6,6,7,7,8,8,8-heptafluoro-2,2-dimethyl-octane-3,5-dione; neodymium

EINECS Number:none
Chemical Family:metal fluorobeta-diketonate complexes
Synonym:Tris(FOD)neodymium (III)

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound17978-76-6100%2.5mg/m3 (as F)2.5mg/m3 (as F)

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:No particular hazard associated with this material.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion
Eye Contact:May cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes
Skin Contact:May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:May be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion:Ingestion may lead to vomiting, exhaustion, anemia, convulsions and coma.
Acute Health Affects:May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Product contains fluorine which, under certain conditions of use, decomposition or metabolism, may generate
Chronic Health Affects:fluoride ion causing nausea, vomiting, labored breathing, hypocalcaemia, deterioration of bone and tooth
structure, kidney and liver damage.
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:none
Autoignition Temperature:none
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder
If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may emit irritating fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store in a tightly sealed container.

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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 clothes and gloves. Consult glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation:If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
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:blue-pink solid
Molecular Weight:1029.77
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:130C (.01mm)
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:None
Solubility in Water:insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture-stable solid
Hazardous Polymerization:none
Conditions to Avoid:contact with strong oxidizing agents
Incompatibility:oxidizing agents, active metals
Decomposition Products:carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic fumes, fluorinated organic fumes and neodymium oxide

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

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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):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):NA
UN ID Number (CFR):NA
Shipping Name (IATA):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):NA
UN ID Number (IATA):NA

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Not reportable under SARA Title 313
Second Ingredient:None

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A