- PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Uranyl Perchlorate Hexa-Hydrate
Synonyms: Uranyl Perchlorate, Hydrated, Reagent; OM,RA No Uranium(IV) Oxyperchlorate
Formula: UO2(ClO4)2·6H2O
CAS RN: [13093-00-0]
Recommended Used
Laboratory reagent.
Supplier
IBI Labs
3495 N. Dixie Hwy. Unit # 8
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Tel: 561-826-0061 Fax: 561-892-8450
Emergency Telephone Numbers
INFOTRAC (24 hours).
USA & Canada: 1-800-535-5053
International: 1-352-323-3500
- HAZARD(S) IDENTIFICATION
- Oxidizing Solid, Category 2
- Radioactive oxidizer. Do not use it in contact with organic solvents.
- Acute Toxicity (Oral), Category 3
- Carcinogenicity, Category 1A
- Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Repeated Exposure, Category 1
- Radioactive Material (Uranium compound)
GHS Label Elements
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Pictograms
Hazard Statements
- May intensify fire; oxidizer
- Toxic if ingested
- Causes damage to the kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure
- May cause cancer
- Harmful due to radioactive properties
Precautionary Statements
- Obtain special instructions before use
- Do not handle until all safety precautions are understood
- Avoid breathing dust or mist
- Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product
- Wear protective gloves, clothing, eye, and face protection
- Store locked up in a designated radioactive materials area
- REGISTRY NUMBERS, INVENTORY & PROPERTIES
Formula: UO2 (ClO4)2.6H2O
Formula Weight: 577.08
Physical Data: Very soluble in water
Properties: Very Hygroscopic.
Appearance & Odor: Bright yellow crystals, odorless
Concentration: ≥ 99%
- FIRST-AID MEASURES
General Advice: Seek medical attention immediately. Inform medical personnel of radioactive exposure.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present, and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical attention.
Most Important Symptoms: Radiation exposure effects, kidney toxicity, nausea, and vomiting.
- FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, or foam appropriate for surrounding fire.
Specific Hazards: Strong oxidizer. May intensify fire when in contact with combustible materials.
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear. Avoid inhalation of decomposition products.
- ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area. Use appropriate PPE. Avoid dust formation. Follow radiation safety procedures.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent release to drains, surface water, or soil.
Cleanup Methods: Collect using damp methods. Place in labeled radioactive waste containers. Dispose through a licensed radioactive waste contractor.
- HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Handle in designated radioactive materials areas only. Avoid contact with organic materials and reducing agents.
Storage: Store tightly sealed in a dry, cool, low-humidity environment. Keep away from combustibles. Store in accordance with NRC or applicable regulatory license.
- EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits (Uranium Compounds)
- OSHA PEL (TWA): 0.05 mg/m³
- ACGIH TLV (TWA): 0.2 mg/m³
- ACGIH STEL: 0.6 mg/m³
- Confirmed human carcinogen
Engineering Controls: Use a fume hood with HEPA filtration. Radiation shielding as required.
Personal Protective Equipment
- Respiratory: Full-face supplied-air respirator when airborne exposure is possible
- Eyes/Face: Safety glasses and a face shield
- Skin: Chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat, or full protective suit
- Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after handling
Firefighting and Other Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health Conditions
Use any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece respirator and a high-efficiency particulate filter.
Use any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode or other positive-pressure modes with an auxiliary self-contained breathing apparatus operated in pressure-demand or other positive-pressure modes.
- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
- Appearance: Bright yellow crystalline solid
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Very soluble in water
- Hygroscopicity: Strongly hygroscopic
- Molecular Weight: 577.08 g/mol
- pH: No data available
- STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Reactivity: Strong oxidizer.
Incompatible Materials: Organic materials, reducing agents, combustible substances.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Uranium oxides, chlorine oxides.
- TOXILOGICAL INFORMATION
- Acute oral toxicity
- Kidney damage with repeated exposure
- Confirmed human carcinogen
- Radiation-induced health effects
- ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Radioactive and toxic to aquatic life. Long-term environmental persistence. Avoid release.
- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of contents and containers as radioactive hazardous waste in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Do NOT dispose via sewer.
- TRANSPORTATION
UN number: 2910
Proper Shipping Name: Radioactive material, excepted package-limited quantity of material.
Reportable Quantity (RQ): –
Hazard Class: 7
USCG CHRIS Code: RAD
Packing Group:
The classification of substances with multiple hazards must be determined following the criteria presented in the regulations mentioned above. Due to the various quantities and combinations of materials being shipped at one time, the information above must be determined based on the characteristics of the specific shipment.
- OTHER INFORMATION
IBI Labs requires that those who receive their materials comply with 29 CFR 1910.1200(h), which mandates that employers provide employees with effective information and training about hazardous chemicals in their workplace.
The contents of this document are believed to be accurate as of the date of revision and are provided in good faith. However, it is recommended that recipients use this information as supplementary and exercise caution and judgment regarding its accuracy and suitability. Please note that IBI Labs cannot be held responsible for any damage, direct or indirect, that occurs because of using the information provided in this Safety Data Sheet.
IBI Labs makes no warranties, expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. This information is provided without warranty, and any use of the product that does not conform to this Safety Data Sheet, or that is used in combination with any other product or process, is the user’s responsibility.
Revision Date: 01/22/2026



