Synonym:Perchloric acid, Ytterbium(III) salt, aqueous solution

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound13498-08-350%no datano data
water7732-18-550%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. May be harmful if swallowed. May affect thyroid and kidney
Emergency Overview:
functions
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion
Eye Contact:Causes moderate irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes moderate irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
No specific information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion. May cause gastrointestinal
Ingestion:
irritation, nausea, and vomiting.
Acute Health Affects:Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Affects:Perchlorates reversibly inhibit thyroid iodine uptake. Kidney function may be affected.
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:no data
Autoignition Temperature:no data
Explosion Limits:no data
Extinguishing Medium:Water spray
Keep sample area wet until fire is completely out. Once dry, product becomes a powerful oxidant, and will act
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
as a source of oxygen to support combustion.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may emit corrosive hydrogen chloride fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: May decompose explosively if allowed to dry under fire fighting conditions. Do not mix with combustibles.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:Adsorb the liquid into vermiculite or other non combustible adsorbent.

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

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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.
Ventilation: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: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:colorless liq.
Molecular Weight:471.39
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:not applicable
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:soluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:Air and moisture stable liquid
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:Any contact with combustible matter, followed by evaporation of water.
None as aqueous solution. If dried, avoid reducing agents, organic matter, active metals, hydrazine, and
Incompatibility:
strong acids
Decomposition Products:Oxygen, Ytterbium oxide, hydrogen chloride,

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:No information available in the RTECS files.
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 data 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):Perchlorates, Inorganic, Aqueous solution, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):5.1
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):II
UN ID Number (CFR):UN# 3211
Shipping Name (IATA):Perchlorates, Inorganic, Aqueous solution, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):5.1
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):II
UN ID Number (IATA):UN# 3211

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Not 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