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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I            PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Trade Name:      Ammonium Hexabromoosmate IV                                             Formula:            (NH₄)₂OsBr₆

II           HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

%: 100                                                                                                                    TLV(Units): 1.0 mg/m³

III         PHYSICAL DATA

Melting Point:                  N/A                                                                               Specific Gravity:              N/A

Appearance and Odor:    Black/brown crystalline powder.                                  Solubility in Water:         Very soluble

IV         FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA

Flash Point: N/A                                                                                                    Flammable Limits: Not flammable

Extinguishing Media: CO₂, Foam, dry chemical.

Special Firefighting Procedures: Self-contained breathing apparatus.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: May emit toxic fumes upon decomposition.

V           HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Effects of Over Exposure: Mucus membrane irritant, corrosive solid may cause chemical burns to skin.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES: Remove patient from area of exposure to fresh air.

EXTERNAL: Flush with soap and water for 15 minutes.

EYES: Flush with eye bath.

INTERNAL: Contact poison control center/physician.

VI         REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Stable

Conditions to Avoid: Extreme heat.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: OsO₄, Br-

Incompatible Materials: All acids, metal powders, organic solvents.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

VII        SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Sweep up and place in airtight plastic container.

Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of in accordance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations.

VIII      SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection: NIOSH/MSHA approved.

Ventilation: Fume hood

Protective Gloves: Rubber for all contact

Eye Protection: Goggles

Other Protective Equipment: Normal labwear.

IX         SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

Other Precautions: Store in cool dry place, keep tightly sealed when not in use, read MSDS before using.

Precautionary Labeling: In compliance with OSHA and NFPA requirements.

              The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.

Issued By:           Steve Dierks

Date:                    November 1994