Cerium(III) 2-ethylhexanoate solution

Synonym:Cerium tris(2-ethylhexanoate)

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound56797-01-449%no datano data
2-ethylhexanoic acid149-57-551%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:Irritating to skin and eyes. May be harmful if swallowed.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, eyes, inhalation, skin
Eye Contact:Causes severe irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Vapor may irritate the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract, and cause drowsiness.
Ingestion:Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal distress, dizziness, weakness, and drowsiness.
Acute Health Affects:Irritating to skin and eyes.
Chronic Health Affects:Prolonged exposure may damage the liver.
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 in
Inhalation:
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:230°F
Autoignition Temperature:none
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide or dry powder
If this product is involved in a fire, firefighters should be equipped with 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 toxic organic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazard.

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

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store the material in a sealed container. Keep away from heat and moisture.

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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 appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Ventilation:Material may form a vapor. 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 Respiratory
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:Material may form a vapor. 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:viscous liquid
Molecular Weight:569.74
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:1.08
Odor:organic odor
Solubility in Water:insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:none
Incompatibility:oxidizing agents, bases
Decomposition Products:carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, cerium oxide and organic fumes

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
No information available in the RTECS files. 2-Ethylhexanoic acid: Administration into the eyes(rabbit);
Standard Draize test: 20mg-severe. Oral(rat); LD50: 3g/kg. Inhalation(rat); LC: >400ppm/6H. Administration
RTECS Data:
onto the skin(rabbit); LD50: 1260uL/kg. Oral(rat); TDLo: 8800mg/kg/2W-1-somnolence. Oral(rat);
Reproductive: 1803mg/kg-developmental abnormalities.
Carcinogenic Effects:no data
Mutagenic Effects:no data
Tetratogenic Effects:2-Ethylhexanoic acid: Insufficient 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):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:Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient:none

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A