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Strontium Fluoride STRONTIUM FLUORIDE ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD Chemwatch Hazard Alert Code: 2 Chemwatch: 25452-1 Issue Date: 27/06/2017 Version No: 5.1.1.1 Print Date: 24/06/2020 Safety Data Sheet according to WHS and ADG requirements S.GHS.AUS.EN SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING Product Identifier Product name STRONTIUM FLUORIDE Chemical Name strontium fluoride Synonyms F2-Sr; SrF2 Chemical formula F2Sr Other means of identification Not Available CAS number 7783-48-4 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Relevant identified uses Electronic and optical applications. Single crystals for lasers. High temperature dry-film lubricant. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Registered company name ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD Address 4 ALLEN PLACE WETHERILL PARK NSW 2099 Australia Telephone 61 (0)2 9982 4622 Fax Not Available Website ~ Email [email protected] Emergency telephone number Association / Organisation ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD Emergency telephone 61 (0)418 237 771 numbers Other emergency telephone Not Available numbers SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Classification of the substance or mixture HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS Min Max Flammability 0 Toxicity 2 0 = Minimum Body Contact 2 1 = Low 2 = Moderate Reactivity 0 3 = High Chronic 0 4 = Extreme Poisons Schedule S6 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation), Acute Toxicity (Dermal) Category 4, Acute Toxicity Classification [1] (Inhalation) Category 4, Eye Irritation Category 2A, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No 1272/2008 - Annex VI Label elements Hazard pictogram(s) Page 1 continued... Chemwatch: 25452-1 Page 2 of 9 Issue Date: 27/06/2017 Version No: 5.1.1.1 STRONTIUM FLUORIDE Print Date: 24/06/2020 SIGNAL WORD WARNING Hazard statement(s) H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H312 Harmful in contact with skin. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H315 Causes skin irritation. Precautionary statement(s) Prevention P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Precautionary statement(s) Response P321 Specific treatment (see advice on this label). P322 Specific measures (see advice on this label). P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Precautionary statement(s) Storage P405 Store locked up. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Precautionary statement(s) Disposal P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation. SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substances CAS No %[weight] Name 7783-48-4 >=99 strontium fluoride Mixtures See section above for composition of Substances SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES Description of first aid measures If this product comes in contact with the eyes: Wash out immediately with fresh running water. Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper Eye Contact and lower lids. Seek medical attention without delay; if pain persists or recurs seek medical attention. Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled personnel. If skin contact occurs: Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear. Skin Contact Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available). Seek medical attention in event of irritation. If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area. Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested. Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures. Inhalation Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary. Transport to hospital, or doctor, without delay. If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration. Observe the patient carefully. Ingestion Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness; i.e. becoming unconscious. Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can comfortably drink. Seek medical advice. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed For acute or short term repeated exposures to fluorides: Continued... Chemwatch: 25452-1 Page 3 of 9 Issue Date: 27/06/2017 Version No: 5.1.1.1 STRONTIUM FLUORIDE Print Date: 24/06/2020 Fluoride absorption from gastro-intestinal tract may be retarded by calcium salts, milk or antacids. Fluoride particulates or fume may be absorbed through the respiratory tract with 20-30% deposited at alveolar level. Peak serum levels are reached 30 mins. post-exposure; 50% appears in the urine within 24 hours. For acute poisoning (endotracheal intubation if inadequate tidal volume), monitor breathing and evaluate/monitor blood pressure and pulse frequently since shock may supervene with little warning. Monitor ECG immediately; watch for arrhythmias and evidence of Q-T prolongation or T-wave changes. Maintain monitor. Treat shock vigorously with isotonic saline (in 5% glucose) to restore blood volume and enhance renal excretion. Where evidence of hypocalcaemic or normocalcaemic tetany exists, calcium gluconate (10 ml of a 10% solution) is injected to avoid tachycardia. BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDEX - BEI These represent the determinants observed in specimens collected from a healthy worker exposed at the Exposure Standard (ES or TLV): Determinant Index Sampling Time Comments Fluorides in urine 3 mg/gm creatinine Prior to shift B, NS 10mg/gm creatinine End of shift B, NS B: Background levels occur in specimens collected from subjects NOT exposed NS: Non-specific determinant; also observed after exposure to other exposures. SECTION 5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing media There is no restriction on the type of extinguisher which may be used. Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding area. Special hazards arising from the substrate or mixture Fire Incompatibility None known. Advice for firefighters Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard. Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves in the event of a fire. Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses. Use fire fighting procedures suitable for surrounding area. Fire Fighting DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot. Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location. If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire. Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use. Non combustible. Not considered a significant fire risk, however containers may burn. Decomposition may produce toxic fumes of: Fire/Explosion Hazard hydrogen fluoride metal oxides May emit poisonous fumes. May emit corrosive fumes. HAZCHEM Not Applicable SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures See section 8 Environmental precautions See section 12 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Remove all ignition sources. Clean up all spills immediately. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Minor Spills Control personal contact with the substance, by using protective equipment. Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust. Place in a suitable, labelled container for waste disposal. Moderate hazard. CAUTION: Advise personnel in area. Alert Emergency Services and tell them location and nature of hazard. Control personal contact by wearing protective clothing. Major Spills Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses. Recover product wherever possible. IF DRY: Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust. Collect residues and place in sealed plastic bags or other containers for disposal. Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the SDS. SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for safe handling Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation. Safe handling Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs. Continued... Chemwatch: 25452-1 Page 4 of 9 Issue Date: 27/06/2017 Version No: 5.1.1.1 STRONTIUM FLUORIDE Print Date: 24/06/2020 Use in a well-ventilated area. Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps. DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked. DO NOT allow material to contact humans, exposed food or food utensils. Avoid contact with incompatible materials. When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke. Store in original containers. Keep containers securely sealed. Store in
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