Indium | |
| Formula | In |
| Structure | |
| Description | Ductile, shiny, silver-white metal that is softer than lead. |
| Uses | Indium is added to alloys to reduce corrosion and increase hardness. |
| Registry Numbers and Inventories. | |
| CAS | 7440-74-6 |
| EC (EINECS/ELINCS) | 231-180-0 |
| EC Risk Phrase | R 11 |
| EC Safety Phrase | S 16 |
| RTECS | NL1050000 |
| RTECS class | Other |
| UN (DOT) | 3089 |
| Merck | 13,4971 |
| Beilstein/Gmelin | 1081 (G) |
| Canada DSL/NDSL | DSL |
| US TSCA | Listed |
| Austrailia AICS | Listed |
| New Zealand | Listed |
| Korea ECL | Listed |
| Properties. | |
| Formula | In |
| Formula mass | 114.82 |
| Melting point, °C | 156 |
| Boiling point, °C | 2000 |
| Density | 7.3 g/cm3 (20 C) |
| Solubility in water | Insoluble |
| Hazards and Protection. | |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Flammables-area. |
| Handling | Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Protection | Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. |
| Respirators | Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions. |
| Small spills/leaks | Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. |
| Stability | Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. |
| Incompatibilities | Strong oxidizing agents - strong acids. |
| Decomposition | Irritating and toxic fumes and gases. |
| Fire. | ||||
| Fire fighting | Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | |||
| Hazards | Oxides from metallic fires are a severe health hazard. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |||
| Health. | |
| Exposure limit(s) | NIOSH REL*: TWA 0.1 mg/m3 [*Note: The REL also applies to other indium compounds (as In).] |
| Exposure effects | |
| Ingestion | See Inhalation. |
| Inhalation | Substance or decomposition products may cause severe injury or death. |
| Skin | See Inhalation. |
| Eyes | See Inhalation. |
First aid |
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| Ingestion | Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. |
| Inhalation | Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. |
| Skin | Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. |
| Eyes | Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. |
| Transport. | ||
| UN number | 3089 | |
| Response guide | 170 | |
| Hazard class | 4.1 | |
| Packing Group | II; III | |