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according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31
Printing date 02.12.2015 Version: 7 Revision: 19.05.2015

* SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

· 1.1 Product identifier
· Trade name: Beryllium
· CAS Number:
7440-41-7
· EC number:
231-150-7
· Index number:
004-001-00-7
· 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
No further relevant information available.
· Application of the substance / the mixture Intermediate
· Manufacturer/Supplier:
Heraeus Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG
Heraeus Medical Components
Heraeusstr. 12-14, D-63450 Hanau
Deutschland/ Germany
Tel. +49-(0)6181-353125
· Further information obtainable from: sds@heraeus.com
· 1.4 Emergency telephone number:
Emergency Contact (24-Hour-Phone Number)
GBK-GmbH, Ingelheim: (international) +49 (0)6132-84463
GBK/ Infotrac ID 105241: (China domestic) 4001 200 761

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

· 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
· Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute Tox. 3 H301 Toxic if swallowed.
Acute Tox. 2 H330 Fatal if inhaled.
Carc. 1B H350i May cause cancer by inhalation.
STOT RE 1 H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Skin Irrit. 2 H315 Causes skin irritation.
Eye Irrit. 2 H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Skin Sens. 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
STOT SE 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
· Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC
· Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment: Not applicable.
· 2.2 Label elements
· Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
The substance is classified and labelled according to the CLP regulation.
· Hazard pictograms

GHS06 GHS08

· Signal word Danger

· Hazard statements
H301 Toxic if swallowed.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
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H350i May cause cancer by inhalation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
· Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P260 Do not breathe dust.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P304+P312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
· Additional information:
Restricted to professional users.
· 2.3 Other hazards
· Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
· PBT: Not applicable.
· vPvB: Not applicable.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

· 3.1 Chemical characterisation: Substances
· CAS No. Description
7440-41-7 beryllium
· Identification number(s)
· EC number: 231-150-7
· Index number: 004-001-00-7

SECTION 4: First aid measures

· 4.1 Description of first aid measures
· General information: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately.
· After inhalation:
Supply fresh air.
After inhalation of dust or powder seek medical advice.
· After skin contact:
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Seek immediate medical advice.
· After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
· After swallowing:
Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of water.
Induce vomiting and call for medical help.
· 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed No further relevant information available.
· 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No further relevant information available.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

· 5.1 Extinguishing media
· Suitable extinguishing agents: Fire-extinguishing powder
· For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents:
Water
Carbon dioxide
· 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
In case of fire, the following can be released:
Metal oxide
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· 5.3 Advice for firefighters
· Protective equipment:
Wear fully protective suit.
Wear self-contained respiratory protective device.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

· 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
· 6.2 Environmental precautions:
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Do not allow to penetrate the ground/soil.
· 6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Pick up mechanically.
Prevent formation of dust.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Send for recovery or disposal in suitable receptacles.
· 6.4 Reference to other sections
See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for disposal information.

* SECTION 7: Handling and storage

· 7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Provide suction extractors if dust is formed.
Waste air is to be released into the atmosphere only via suitable separators.
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Store under lock and key and with access restricted to technical experts or their assistants only.
· 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
· Storage:
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Store in dry conditions.
· Information about storage in one common storage facility:
Do not store together with acids.
Store away from flammable substances.
· 7.3 Specific end use(s) No further relevant information available.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

· 8.2 Exposure controls
· Personal protective equipment:
· General protective and hygienic measures:
The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling chemicals.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing
Store protective clothing separately.
Be sure to clean skin thoroughly after work and before breaks.
· Respiratory protection:
Use respiratory protective device against the effects of dust/aerosol.
Filter P3
· Protection of hands:

Protective gloves

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· For the permanent contact gloves made of the following materials are suitable: Butyl rubber, BR
· Eye protection:

Tightly sealed goggles

· Body protection: Protective work clothing

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

· 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
· General Information
· Appearance:
Form: Particulate
Colour: Grey
· Odour: Odourless
· pH-value: Not applicable.
· Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range: 1285 °C
Boiling point/Boiling range: 2970 °C
· Flash point: Not applicable.
· Flammability (solid, gaseous): Not determined.
· Ignition temperature:
Decomposition temperature: Not determined.
· Self-igniting: Not determined.
· Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard.
· Explosion limits:
Lower: Not determined.
Upper: Not determined.
· Vapour pressure at 990 °C: 0.000133 hPa
· Density at 20 °C: 1.85 g/cm³
· Solubility in / Miscibility with
water: Insoluble.
· 9.2 Other information No further relevant information available.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

· 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Risk of dust explosion.
Contact with acids releases flammable gases.
· 10.4 Conditions to avoid No further relevant information available.
· 10.5 Incompatible materials: No further relevant information available.
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SECTION 11: Toxicological information

· 11.1 Information on toxicological effects
· Acute toxicity:
· LD/LC50 values relevant for classification:
LD50 intratracheal 51 mg/kg (rat)
· Primary irritant effect:
· on the skin: Irritant to skin.
· on the eye: Irritating effect.
· Additional toxicological information: Carcinogenic if inhaled.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

· 12.1 Toxicity
· Aquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available.
· 12.2 Persistence and degradability No further relevant information available.
· 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential No further relevant information available.
· 12.4 Mobility in soil No further relevant information available.
· Additional ecological information:
· General notes: Avoid transfer into the environment.
· 12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
· PBT: Not applicable.
· vPvB: Not applicable.
· 12.6 Other adverse effects No further relevant information available.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

· 13.1 Waste treatment methods
· Recommendation
If residues of products are classified as waste use the legal requirements to assign the appropiate Waste
Code.
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
· Uncleaned packaging:
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

· 14.1 UN-Number
· ADR, IMDG, IATA Void
· 14.2 UN proper shipping name
· ADR, IMDG, IATA Void
· 14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
· ADR, IMDG, IATA
· Class Void
· 14.4 Packing group
· ADR, IMDG, IATA Void
· 14.5 Environmental hazards:
· Marine pollutant: No
· 14.6 Special precautions for user Not applicable.
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· 14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of

MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code Not applicable.
· Transport/Additional information: Material in bulky form is not a dangerous good in the sense
of this regulations.
· UN "Model Regulation": -

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

· 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
· National regulations:
· Information about limitation of use:
Employment restrictions concerning juveniles must be observed.
Employment restrictions concerning pregnant and lactating women must be observed.
· Breakdown regulations:
Critical quantity values according to the regulations on accidents should be adhered to.
· 15.2 Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.

SECTION 16: Other information

This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
· Department issuing MSDS: HH-EHS- Chemical Safety
· Abbreviations and acronyms:
RID: Règlement international concernant le transport des marchandises dangereuses par chemin de fer (Regulations Concerning the
International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail)
IATA-DGR: Dangerous Goods Regulations by the "International Air Transport Association" (IATA)
ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organisation
ICAO-TI: Technical Instructions by the "International Civil Aviation Organisation" (ICAO)
ADR: Accord européen sur le transport des marchandises dangereuses par Route (European Agreement concerning the International
Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
IATA: International Air Transport Association
GHS: Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent
LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent
Acute Tox. 3: Acute toxicity, Hazard Category 3
Acute Tox. 2: Acute toxicity, Hazard Category 2
Skin Irrit. 2: Skin corrosion/irritation, Hazard Category 2
Eye Irrit. 2: Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Hazard Category 2
Skin Sens. 1: Sensitisation - Skin, Hazard Category 1
Carc. 1B: Carcinogenicity, Hazard Category 1B
STOT SE 3: Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure, Hazard Category 3
STOT RE 1: Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure, Hazard Category 1
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