MSDS of Tungsten Oxide
1. Product identifiers
Product name : Tungsten oxide
CAS-No. : 12036-22-5
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet:
Manufacturer/Supplier:
Stanford Advanced Materials
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Lake Forest, CA 92630
Tel: (949) 407-8904
Fax: (949) 812-6690
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2. Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture:
Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
Label elements:
Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
Other hazards:
This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.
3. Composition/information on ingredients
Formula : O<SB>2</>W
Molecular weight : 215.84 g/mol
CAS-No. : 12036-22-5
4. First aid measures
Description of first aid measures
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
5. Firefighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Tungsten oxide
Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Further information
No data available
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas.
Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
7. Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling:
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Storage class (TRGS 510): Combustible Solids
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Appropriate engineering controls:
General industrial hygiene practice.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Skin protection
Handle with gloves.
Wash and dry hands.
Body Protection
Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous
substances, and to the specific work-place.
Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection is not required.
Control of environmental exposure
Do not let product enter drains.
9. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Form: powder
Colour: brown
10. Stability and reactivity
Reactivity:
No data available
Chemical stability:
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available
Conditions to avoid:
No data available
Incompatible materials:
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products:
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Tungsten oxide
Other decomposition products - No data available
11. Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
No data available tungsten oxide
Skin corrosion/irritation
No data available(Tungsten oxide)
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
No data available(Tungsten oxide)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
No data available(Tungsten oxide)
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available(Tungsten oxide)
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
12. Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
13. End of Data Sheet
This material safety data sheet is offered solely for your information, consideration, and investigation. Stanford Advanced Materials provides no warranties, either express or implied, and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data contained herein.
