Product Identification

Product Name

Rhodium(III) sulfate

Synonyms

Dirhodium trisulfate
Sulfuric acid, rhodium(3+) salt (3:2)

CAS

10489-46-0

Formula

O12Rh2S3

Molecular Weight

500.05

EINECS

234-014-5

Beilstein/Gmelin

32529 (G)

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Red-yellow solid

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Density

1.217 g/cm3 (25 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with substance, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Eyes

Assure adequate flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with fingers.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place. Unsuitable: Do not store near, nor allow contact with, clothing and other combustible material. Incompatible Materials: Do not allow contact with water

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Vapors may cause injury, burns, death.

Skin

Contact may result in injury, burns and death.

Eyes

See Skin.

Ingestion

May be fatal if swallowed.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. May accelerate combustion. Contact with other material may cause fire.

EC Risk Phrase

49 8 23/24/25 34

EC Safety Phrase

53 23 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

3098

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing. Faceshield (8-inch minimum).

Respirators

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Exposure Effects

May cause cancer by inhalation. Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Fire Potential

May accelerate combustion.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Cover with dry lime or soda ash, pick up, keep in a closed container, and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Water, Strong oxidizing agents, Organic materials, Finely powdered metals.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Sulfur oxides.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

3098

Hazard Class

5.1

Packing Group

III