Vanadium pentoxide
Synonyms: Vanadium(V) oxide, V2O5
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Vanadium pentoxide
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL4760
CAS Number
1314-62-1
EC Number
215-239-8
EC Index Number
-
Grade
AR grade
HSN Code
28253010
Molecular Formula
V2O5
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Vanadium pentoxide
Catalogue No.
AL4760
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
1314-62-1
EC Number
215-239-8
Grade
AR grade
EC Index Number
Not specified
Chemical Formula
V2O5
HSN Code
28253010
Synonyms
Vanadium(V) oxide, V2O5
Chemical Structure
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Catalyst, analytical reagent
Uses advised against
Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification
Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail
Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute Tox. 4; STOT SE 3; Muta. 2; Repr. 2; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Chronic 2
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 14814 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Irritant, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H302: Harmful if swallowed; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects; H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
Toxic by inhalation, skin contact, and ingestion.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Vanadium pentoxide
CAS No.
1314-62-1
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact
Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
First-aid measures after eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Coughing, shortness of breath, skin irritation, eye irritation.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information
Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Non-flammable, but may emit toxic fumes when heated.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting
Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures
Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Handle with gloves and in a fume hood. Avoid inhalation and contact with skin.
Hygiene measures
Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Separated from food and feedstuffs.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Handle with gloves.
Eye protection
Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Solid
Colour
Orange-yellow
Odour
Odorless
Odour threshold
Not applicable
pH value
Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not applicable
Melting point
681 °C
Freezing point
Not applicable
Boiling point
1750 °C (decomp)
Flash point
Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature
Not applicable
Decomposition temperature
Not specified
Flammability (solid, gas)
Non-flammable
Vapour pressure
Approximately 0 mm Hg at 68 °F
Relative vapour density at 20°C
Not applicable
Density
3.654 at 21.7 °C, relative density to water at 4 °C
Solubility
In water, 0.07 g/100 g water at 25 °C
Log Pow
Not applicable
Viscosity, kinematic
Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic
Not applicable
Explosive properties
Not explosive
Oxidising properties
Not an oxidizer
Explosive limits
Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions, but reacts with strong acids and bases.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Upon heating, toxic fumes are formed. Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong acids, strong bases.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes of vanadium oxides.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Rat oral 10 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 23 mg/kg; LD50 Rat sc 14 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Serious eye damage/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity
H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects
Carcinogenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
H335: May cause respiratory irritation
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information
Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability
Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil
Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions
Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR)
UN 2862
UN-No. (IMDG)
UN 2862
UN-No. (IATA)
UN 2862
UN-No. (ADN)
UN 2862
UN-No. (RID)
UN 2862
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Vanadium pentoxide
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Vanadium pentoxide
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Vanadium pentoxide
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Vanadium pentoxide
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Vanadium pentoxide
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
6.1
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
III
Packing group (IMDG)
III
Packing group (IATA)
III
Packing group (ADN)
III
Packing group (RID)
III
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment
Not specified
Marine pollutant
Not specified
Other information
No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations
Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.