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INTERNATIONAL BIO-ANALYTICAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 12/14/2003
Date Updated: 09/04/2002
Version 1.2
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Section I - Product And Company Information
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Product Name URANYL ACETATE DIHYDRATE
Product Number 73943
Brand IBI
Company International Bio-Analytical Industries, Inc.
Street Address 3595 N. Dixie Hwy. Unit # 5
City, State, Zip, Country, Boca Raton, Florida USA 33431
Technical Phone: 561-826-0061
Emergency Phone: Chemtrec 800-424-9300
Fax: 561-892-8459
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Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
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Substance Name CAS # SARA 313
URANYL ACETATE 6159-44-0 No
Formula C4H606U
Chemical Family Radioactive material.
Synonyms Bis(acetato)dioxouranium * Diacetatodioxouranium Uranium acetate * Uranium oxyacetate * Uranyl acetate * Uranyl(2+) acetate
RTECS Number: YR3675000
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SECTION 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly Toxic (USA) Very Toxic (EU). Dangerous for the environment.
Very toxic by inhalation and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Radioactive material. Target organ(s): Liver. Kidneys. Calif.
Prop. 65 carcinogen.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 3*
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 0
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 3
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 0
*additional chronic hazards present.
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and
copious amounts of water.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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FLASH POINT N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP N/A
FLAMMABILITY N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic -fumes under fire conditions.
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Handle as a radioactive spill.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
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Section 7 - Handling And Storage
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HANDLING
User Exposure: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls/PPE
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
WORK PRACTICES
Use with adequate ventilation.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Government approved respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPOSURE LIMITS, RTECS
Country Source Type Value
USA MSHA Standard-air TWA 0.2 MG(U)/M3
US OSHA. PEL 8H TWA 0.05 MG(U)/M3
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Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
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Appearance Physical State: Solid
Color: Yellow
Form: Fine crystals
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 424.15 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 110 OC
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 2.89 g/cm3
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. 275 OC
Flash Point N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls/PPE
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
WORK PRACTICES
Use with adequate ventilation.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Government approved respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPOSURE LIMITS, RTECS
Country Source Type Value
USA MSHA Standard-air TWA 0.2 MG(U)/M3
USA OSHA. PEL 8H TWA 0.05 MG(U)/M3 –
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Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
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Appearance Physical State: Solid
Color: Yellow
Form: Fine crystals
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 424.15 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 110 OC
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 2.89 g/cm3
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. 275 OC
Flash Point N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Refractive Index N/A
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility, Solubility in Water: 10% in H20, 20'C
Soluble. Incomplete
Other Solvents: DUE TO PRESENCE OF BASIC
N/A = not available
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
IBI - 73943
Conditions to Avoid: Protect from moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide,
Uranium oxides.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN(S) OR SYSTEM(S)
Kidneys. Liver. Lungs.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Exposure may cause: Conjunctivitis. Blood effects. Symptoms
may be delayed. To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been
thoroughly investigated.
TOXICITY DATA
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
24 MG/KG
LD50
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Result: Contains a radioactive isotope which may produce
cancer and genetic mutation.
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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No data available.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dispose of spilled material as radioactive waste. Consult local, state, and federal regulations on the disposal of radioactive waste. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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Proper Shipping Name: Radioactive material, excepted package-limited quantity of material
UN#: 2910
Class: 7
Packing Group: None
Hazard Label: None
IBI - 73943
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Radioactive material, excepted
package, limited quantity of material
IATA UN Number: 2910
Hazard Class: 7
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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EU DIRECTIVES CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: T+ N
Indication of Danger: Very toxic. Dangerous for the environment.
R: 26/28 33 51/53
Risk Statements: Very toxic by inhalation and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
S: 20/21 45 61
Safety Statements: When using, do not eat, drink, or smoke. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Highly Toxic (USA) Very Toxic (EU). Dangerous for the environment.

Risk Statements: Very toxic by inhalation and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Statements: When using, do not eat, drink, or smoke. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice, immediately (show the label where possible). Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
US Statements: Radioactive material. Target organ(s): Liver. Kidneys. Calif. Prop. 65 carcinogen.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes
UNITED STATES - STATE REGULATORY INFORMATION
CALIFORNIA PROP - 65
California Prop - 65: This product is or contains chemicals) known to the state of California to cause cancer.
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: Yes
NDSL: No
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Section 16 - Other Information:
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DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY

The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. IBI Inc. shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. IBI-73943