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Indium |
CAS 7440-74-6 | ||
In |
RTECS NL1050000 | ||
Synonyms & Trade Names Indium metal |
DOT ID & Guide |
Exposure
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NIOSH REL*: TWA 0.1 mg/m3 [*Note: The REL also applies to other indium compounds (as In).] | ||
OSHA PEL†: none | |||
IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion |
Physical Description Ductile, shiny, silver-white metal that is softer than lead. |
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MW: 114.8 |
BP: 3767°F |
MLT: 314°F |
Sol: Insoluble |
VP: 0 mmHg (approx) |
IP: NA |
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Sp.Gr: 7.31 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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Noncombustible Solid in bulk form, but may ignite in powdered or dust form. | |||
Incompatibilities & Reactivities (Dinitrogen tetraoxide + acetonitrile), mercury(II) bromide (at 662°F), sulfur (mixtures ignite when heated) [Note: oxidizes readily at higher temperatures.] |
Measurement Methods NIOSH 7303, P&CAM173 (II-5); OSHA ID121 See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: No recommendation Eyes: No recommendation Wash skin: No recommendation Remove: No recommendation Change: No recommendation |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap wash Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; possible liver, kidney, heart, blood effects; pulmonary edema | |
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, liver, kidneys, heart, blood |
See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 1293 |