Synonym:Naphthenic acid, yttrium salt, in methyl benzene

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound61790-20-360%1mg/m3 (as Y)1mg/m3 (as Y)
toluene108-88-340%50ppm300ppm (clg lmt)

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, eyes, inhalation, skin
Eye Contact:Causes moderate irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes mild irritation of the skin.
Irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract and cause headache, dizziness, and
Inhalation:
drowsiness.
Ingestion:Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal distress, dizziness, weakness, and drowsiness.
Acute Health Affects:Toluene is a skin and eye irritant. Exposure may cause impairment of coordination and reaction time.
Chronic Health Affects:Chronic toluene poisoning may result in bone marrow or liver injury.
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 soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical
Skin Exposure:
assistance if 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. Do not induce vomiting as serious lung damage
Ingestion:
can result if aspirated.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:40°F (toluene)
Autoignition Temperature:997°F (toluene)
Explosion Limits:1-7% in air (toluene)
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
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 organic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Flammable material at elevated temperatures. Formation of explosive air/ vapor mixtures is possible.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Eliminate all ignition sources. Small spills may be adsorbed into diatomaceous earth, sand, or other suitable
Spill and Leak Procedures:
adsorbent, and swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store in a tightly sealed container and store in a cool place. Handle in a well ventilated area.

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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 Respirator
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 liq.
Molecular Weight:not applicable
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:organic odor
Solubility in Water:insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture stable liquid
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:Keep away from heat and ignition sources including open flame and electrostatic discharge.
Incompatibility:Oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products:Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides and carbonates.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
No information available in the RTECS files for title compound. Toluene: Oral (human) LDLo: 50 mg/kg;
RTECS Data:Inhalation (human) TCLo: 200 ppm; Inhalation (human) TCLo 100 ppm; Oral (rat) LD50: 636 mg/Kg; Inhalation
(rat) LC50:49gm/m3/4H; Intraperitoneal (rat) LD50:1332mg/Kg; Oral (rat) TDLo(reproductive): 7280 mg/Kg.
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:Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient:Toluene (CAS# 108-88-3): listed TSCA: Listed on SARA 313

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A