Version 1Last reviewed 6 October 2021Catalogue: VIN05, VIN07, VIN10, VIN15, VIN20
1. Identification
Product Identifiers
Product Name
Indium Wire
Other Names
In
Product Number(s)
VIN05, VIN07, VIN10, VIN15, VIN20
CAS Number
7440-74-6
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use. Used for cryogenic, v.h. vacuum seals and evaporated coatings.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd 11 Carlton Street KIRWAN QLD 4817 Australia (07) 4773 9444 pst@proscitech.com proscitech.com.au
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd 11 Carlton Street KIRWAN QLD 4817 Australia (07) 4773 9444 pst@proscitech.com proscitech.com.au
2. Hazards Identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Not classified.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
Flammable in the form of dust when exposed to heat or flame. Indium has a violent reaction with mercury bromide at 350°C. May have an explosive reaction with dinitrogen tetraoxide ± acetonitrile. May react with halogens, sulphur, selenium, tellurium, arsenic, phosphorus, on heating. May slowly oxidise in moist air. May dissolve in mercury.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Not available.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
Inhalation
May be harmful if inhaled. May cause upper respiratory tract & mucous membrane irritation.
Ingestion
May be harmful if swallowed.
Eyes
May cause skin and eye irritation.
Skin
May cause skin and eye irritation.
Environment
No further relevant information available.
3. Composition / Information on Ingredients
No information provided.
4. First Aid Measures
Ingestion
Give 1-2 glasses of milk or water and induce vomiting, seek medical attention. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air, keep patient warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult and seek immediate medical attention.
Skin Contact
Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash affected area with soap and water, seek medical attention.
Eye Contact
Flush eyes with lukewarm water, lifting upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. Firefighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Fire
Carbon dioxide, foam or dry chemical. Do not use water.
Large Fire
Carbon dioxide, foam or dry chemical. Do not use water.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Not available.
Environmental precautions
Not available.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section VIII. For powder spills, isolate spill area and provide ventilation. Scoop or vacuum up spill using a high efficiency particulate absolute (HEPA) air filter and place in a closed container for proper disposal. Take care not to raise dust.
7. Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handling
Indium in solid form can be handled without any special precautions. Be sure solid material is dry before adding to molten material. Avoid making dust.
Conditions for safe storage
Store powders in tightly sealed containers in dry, cool place. Do not store together with oxidising and acidic materials.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Not required when working with solid form (wire).
Skin protection
Gloves are recomended.
Body protection
Exposure to indium compounds may cause pain in the joints and bones, tooth decay, nervous and gastrointestinal disorders, heart pain and general debility.
Highly toxic when administered subcutaneously. Severe irritant.
Ingestion
May cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract.
Inhalation
Toxic by inhalation. May cause damage to the respiratory system.
Chronic effects
Inhalation: May cause pneumonitis.
Ingestion: No chronic health effects recorded.
Skin: Severe irritant.
Eye: May cause irritation
Toxicity and irritation
Hazardous. Substance is toxic to blood, kidneys, the reproductive system, liver, heart, upper respiratory tract, skin and eyes. Repeated or prolonged exposure to particles can produce target organs damage. Exposure to indium compounds may cause pain in the joints and bones, tooth decay, nervous and gastrointestinal disorders, heart pain and general debility.
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. Disposal Considerations
General information
Dispose of according to State, Federal and Local regulations.
14. Transport Information
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Not available.
UN Number
None.
Proper shipping name
Not regulated.
Transport hazard class
0
Packing group
None.
Environmental hazard
No information available.
Special precautions for users
Not regulated.
Additional information
Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
Poisons Schedule Number
No information available.
Other Information
No further information available.
16. Other Information
SDS preparation date
6 October 2021
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.