International Chemical Safety Cards

VANADIUM TRIOXIDE ICSC: 0455
VANADIUM TRIOXIDE
Divanadium trioxide
Vanadium sesquioxide
Vanadic oxide
Vanadium(III) oxide
V2O3
Molecular mass: 149.9
CAS # 1314-34-7
RTECS # YW3050000
ICSC # 0455
UN # 3285
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible under specific conditions. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!

  • INHALATION
    		• Sore throat. Cough. Laboured breathing. Weakness.
    		Local exhaust or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Dry 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 if powder.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Headache. Vomiting. Weakness.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles).
    		Separated from food and feedstuffs.
    		Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
    UN Hazard Class: 6.1
    UN Packing Group: III
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0455 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

    International Chemical Safety Cards

    VANADIUM TRIOXIDE ICSC: 0455

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     BLACK POWDER, TURNS GRADUALLY INTO INDIGO-BLUE CRYSTALS OF VANADIUM TETROXIDE (V2O4) ON EXPOSURE TO AIR.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing irritating and toxic fumes (vanadium oxides).

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV not established.
    MAK not established.


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     Evaporation at 20░C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The aerosol irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Inhalation of high concentrations of aerosol of this substance may cause conjunctivitis, rhinitis and bronchitis. The effects may be delayed. See Notes.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     The substance may have effects on the respiratory tract , resulting in chronic rhinitis and chronic bronchitis.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Melting point: 1970░C
    Density: 4.87 g/cm3 at 18░C
    		 Solubility in water: poor
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    N O T E S
    Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated. The symptoms of acute exposure do not become manifest until 1-6 days. Also consult ICSC # 0596 Vanadium pentoxide.
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G65c
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0455 VANADIUM TRIOXIDE
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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