ICSC 0455 - VANADIUM TRIOXIDE

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VANADIUM TRIOXIDE

ICSC: 0455
_{April 2006}

Divanadium trioxide
Vanadium sesquioxide
Vanadic oxide
Vanadium(III) oxide

CAS No: 1314-34-7
RTECS No: YW3050000
UN No: 3285

V₂O₃
Molecular mass: 149.9

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
Inhalation	Sore throat. Cough. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness.	Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles. Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place.	UN classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Pack Group: III GHS classification Signal: Warning Excl mark-Health haz Harmful if inhaled dust Suspected of causing cancer	Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT5-III	Separated from food and feedstuffs.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
BLACK POWDER.

Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic fumes (vanadium oxides).

Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.
MAK (V and its inorganic compounds): Carcinogen category: 2; Germ cell mutagen group: 2 (DFG 2005).

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the respiratory tract, resulting in chronic rhinitis and chronic bronchitis. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Melting point: 1970°C Density: 4.87 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 0.01 (very poor)

NOTES

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
Respiratory symptoms may be delayed 1 day or more.
See also ICSC 0596 Vanadium pentoxide.
Card has been partially updated in January 2008: see GHS classification.

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Updated by AS. Approved by GS. Last update: 29.01.2008