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Section 1 - Product Name
Product Name: Epoxy Bonded Samarium Cobalt Magnet (SAM Series)
Section 2 - Hazardous Ingredients
Chemical Name: RE 2 TM 17; RE - Sm, TM - Fe, Cu, Zr
Material/Component(s):
Material or ComponentWeight %CAS No.ACGUH TLV (mg/m^3)
Samarium (Sm)
20-30
7440-19-9
NA
Iron (Fe)
10-20
7439-89-6
NA
Copper (Cu)
2-12
7440-50-8
NA
Zirconium (Zr)
2-4
7440-67-7
NA
Section 3 - Physical Characteristics
Boiling Point: NA
Vapor Pressure: NA
Vapor Density: NA
Specific Gravity: 6.6
Melting Point: 1350 C
Evaporation Rate: NA
Odor: None detectable
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Appearance: Solid gray color
Section 4 - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point: NA
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: NA
LEL: NA
UEL: NA
Extinguishing Media: Dry sand or special powder extinguisher
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use a special powder extinguisher or pour dry sand on the fire to cut off the oxygen supply. Water should be avoided at all costs.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards(s): Flammable
Section 5 - Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: NA
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): NA
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts : NA
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 6 - Health Hazard Data
Health Hazards (Acute & Chronic): Allergic skin irritations can occur on contact. Harmful if inhaled. Irritation of mucous membranes and epithelium of the respiratory organs. Dermal immune response may occur as result of repeated or long term exposure. Carcinogenicity - NTP? No IARC Monographs? No OSHA Regulated? No Signs and Symptoms of Exposure - None Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure - None
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Procedure ForProcedure
Skin Contact
Wash with soap and plenty of water
Eye Contact
Immediately wash eye thoroughly with clean water for 15 minutes; report abnormalities to a doctor
Ingestion
Induce vomiting by finger, rinse mouth with clean water; report any abnormalities to a doctor
Ingestion
Induce vomiting by finger, rinse mouth with clean water; report any abnormalities to a doctor
Section 7 - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Spill Procedure: Not a hazard as a solid compact magnet. In case of spill, use protective gear and place spillage into metal can and store in preparation for disposal.
Waste Disposal Method: Observe all federal, state and local regulations when disposing this material.
Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storing: Wear cotton gloves when handling. Keep away from heat sources. Store in a cool, dry place.
Section 8 Control Measures
Respiratory Protection: NA
Eye Protection: Safety goggles
Skin Protection: Protective clothing and gloves advisable
Ventilation: Local exhaust
Work / Hygienic Practices: NA
WARNING: RARE EARTH MAGNETS ARE EXTREMELY POWERFUL! They have very strong magnetic forces which make them attract to other magnets and other ferromagnetic materials such as iron or steel. HANDLE WITH EXTREME CAUTION!