ICSC 1377 - INDIUM TRICHLORIDE

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INDIUM TRICHLORIDE

ICSC: 1377
_{March 2001}

Indium chloride

CAS No: 10025-82-8
RTECS No: NL1400000

InCl₃
Molecular mass: 221.2

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible.		In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		STRICT HYGIENE! AVOID EXPOSURE OF (PREGNANT) WOMEN!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain. Skin burns. Blisters.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.	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	Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
	Separated from strong acids. Well closed.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
YELLOW ISH, HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS OR WHITE POWDER

Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic and corrosive fumes. Reacts with strong acids.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: (as Indium) 0.1 mg/m³ as TWA; (ACGIH 2004).

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Inhalation of the substance may cause lung oedema (see Notes).

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the kidneys, resulting in kidney impairment. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes malformations in human babies.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Sublimation point: 500°C Melting point: 586°C. Density: 3.46 g/cm³ Solubility in water: very soluble

NOTES

Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated.
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation is therefore essential.
Card has been partly updated in April 2005. See section Occupational Exposure Limits.

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