MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Manufacturer/Supplier:
ESPI Metals
1050 Benson Way, Ashland, OR 97520
Toll Free (800) 638-2581 * Fax (541) 488-8313
E-Mail: sales@espimetals.com
Trade Name: Vanadium
Chemical Nature: Group 5 Metal
Formula: V
Molecular Weight: 50.94
CAS #: 7440-62-2
II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Component: Vanadium
%: 0-100
OSHA/PEL: N/E
ACGIH/TLV: N/E
Sec. 302: No
Sec. 304: No
Sec. 313: Yes
HMIS Ratings: Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Protective Equipment: E: glasses, gloves, dust resp.
III. PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point: 3380 oC
Melting/Freezing Point: 1880 to 1900 oC
Specific Gravity: 5.96 gm/cc
Vapor Density: N/E
Vapor Pressure: N/A
Solubility in H2O: Insoluble
Appearance and Odor: Light gray pieces, no odor.
% Volatile: N/E or N/A
IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA
Flash Point: N/E or N/A
Method Used: Non-Flammable
Explosive Limits: Lower: NA Upper: NA
Extinguishing Media: Use suitable extinguishing agent for surrounding materials and type of fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear full face, self contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Fumes from fire are hazardous. Isolate runoff to prevent environmental pollution.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: When heated to decomposition, vanadium may emit toxic fumes of vanadium oxides. May react violently with BrF3, Cl2, Li, nitryl fluoride and oxidants.
V. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Hazards:
Vanadium compounds are considered to have variable toxicity. Vanadium compounds act chiefly as an irritant to the conjunctiva and respiratory tract. Acute and chronic exposure can give rise to conjunctivitis, rhinitis, reversible irritant of the respiratory tract, and to bronchitis, broncho spasms, and asthma-like diseases in more severe cases. Industrial exposure are mostly acute, seldom chronic. Human vanadium poisoning symptoms are for the most part restricted to the conjunctiva and respiratory system, no evidence being found of disturbances of the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, blood or central nervous system. Acute poisoning in animals by ingestion of vanadium compounds causes nervous disturbances, paralysis of legs, respiratory failure, convulsions, bloody diarrhea and death. Poisoning by inhalation causes bleeding of the nose and acute bronchitis (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials. eighth edition).
Acute Effects:
Inhalation: May cause irritation of the respiratory tract. Vanadium compounds may cause bleeding and acute bronchitis. May cause vanadium toxicity.
Ingestion: No acute health effects recorded.
Skin: May cause irritation.
Eyes: May cause irritation.
Chronic Effects:
Inhalation: Vanadium compounds may cause pneumonia and other pathologic symptoms (chronic symptoms of vanadium toxicity.)
Ingestion: No chronic health effects recorded.
Skin: May cause dermatitis.
Eye: May cause conjunctivitis.
Target Organs: May affect the kidneys, respiratory system, skin and eyes.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing respiratory disorders.
Carcinogenicity: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Remove from exposure, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Perform CPR as necessary, treat for shock, get immediate medical attention.
INGESTION: If conscious give 1-2 glasses of milk or water and induce vomiting; keep warm and quiet; never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SKIN: Brush material off skin wash affected areas with soap or mild detergent; remove contaminated clothing from affected area. If irritation is present after washing, get, medical attention.
EYES: Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of water, lifting upper and lower eyelids for at least 15 minutes; if irritation persists, get medical attention.
Notes to Physician (including Antidotes): Inhalation or ingestion of metallic vanadium (as powder) posses no threat as such. The material could react with body fluids, however, to produce toxic compounds. Calcium disodium EDTA has been shown to be antidotal in animal studies of vanadium compounds. Ascorbic acid was beneficial in studies of vanadium in humans.
VI. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: None
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Oxidizers, strong bases, acids, Cl2, Li, and nitryl fluoride. Vanadium will react violently with chlorine above 180 oC, is readily dissolved by nitric acid and slowly oxidizes if the surface is moist.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of vanadium
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
VII. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in this MSDS. Isolate spill and provide ventilation. 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.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
VIII. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): For operations such as grinding or polishing, which will produce dusts of metal powder or oxide above 0.5 mg/m3: NIOSH approved dust-mist-fume respirator.
Ventilation: Use local exhaust to maintain concentration at low exposure levels. General exhaust is recommended.
Protective Gloves: Rubber
Eye Protection: Safety Glasses
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Protective gear suitable to prevent contamination.
IX. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Store in a cool dry area in a tightly sealed container, store away from incompatible material, and wash thoroughly after handling. Take care when machining or performing operations that produce dusts not to breathe dusts.
Work Practices: Implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain concentration of exposure at low levels. Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air. Maintain eyewash capable of sustained flushing, safety drench shower and facilities for washing.
DOT Regulations:
Rod, Wire, Sheet, Foils:
Hazard Class: None
Powders:
Hazard Class: 4.1
Identification Number: 3089
Packing Group: II
Proper Shipping Name: Metal powder, flammable, n.o.s. (vanadium)
The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
Issued by: S. Dierks
Date: November 2005