Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS): Vanadium Rod

Identification

Product Name: Vanadium Rod
Chemical Formula: V
SYNONYMS: Metallic vanadium, vanadium metal rod
Manufacturer: Standard chemical suppliers for industrial metals
Recommended Use: Alloy manufacturing, specialty steels, scientific research, electronics
Contact Number: Emergency phone lines maintained by chemical distributors

Hazard Identification

GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous for solid form, fine dust or powder holds inhalation and fire risks
Label Elements: Pictogram for exclamation mark when in powder or dust form
Signal Word: Warning for fine particles
Hazard Statements: May cause respiratory irritation in dust form, possible lung and skin sensitization, environmental hazard for aquatic organisms
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective equipment, avoid breathing dust or fumes, keep out of waterways, wash hands after handling

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name: Vanadium
CAS Number: 7440-62-2
Purity: 99.5% minimum for industrial grade
Impurities: Trace levels of iron, carbon, silicon, other refractory metals depending on manufacturer, seldom over 0.1%

First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, monitor for cough or shortness of breath, seek medical attention for persistent symptoms
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash with soap and water, seek medical attention if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical advice for persistent discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical advice

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry powder or sand for metal fires, do not allow water into the area where molten metal is present
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Water, carbon dioxide may intensify fire when vanadium is hot or in fine powdered form
Special Hazards: May emit toxic metal oxide fumes under intense heat
Protective Equipment: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus for fire-fighters working in closed environments

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Restrict access, ventilate area, avoid dust formation, use NIOSH approved respirators if necessary
Environmental Precautions: Prevent from entering sewage or aquatic environments
Cleaning Procedures: Handle solid pieces with gloves, sweep up dust using non-sparking tools, collect in containers for disposal, avoid water during clean-up

Handling and Storage

Handling: Avoid breathing dust or fumes, prevent generation of dust, use only with adequate ventilation, handle with gloves, prevent contact with acids or oxidizers
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers in dry, cool, and well-ventilated locations, avoid exposure to moisture or incompatible materials, secure from unauthorized access or accidental release

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL for vanadium compounds (respirable dust): 0.05 mg/m³, ACGIH TLV: 0.05 mg/m³ for vanadium pentoxide dust and fumes
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation at process points, closed systems for dust-generating operations
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, nitrile or rubber gloves, lab coats, NIOSH approved respirators if airborne concentrations exceed limits, wash hands after handling before food or drink

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: Silvery-gray metal, robust, rod-shaped
Odor: Odorless
Melting Point: 1910 °C
Boiling Point: 3407 °C
Density: 6.0 g/cm³
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperature
Molecular Weight: 50.94 g/mol
Other Data: High strength, resists corrosion and deformation

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under standard temperatures and pressures for solid rods
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, fluorine, acids, halogens, moisture in case of fine powdered form
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Vanadium oxides and halides when burned or in contact with strong acids
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sources of ignition, formation of dust clouds, incompatible material contact

Toxicological Information

Acute Effects: Inhalation of dust may irritate the respiratory tract, nausea, coughing, headache, prolonged exposure may cause bronchitis or pneumonitis
Skin Effects: Dust or powder can irritate the skin
Eye Effects: Possible redness or irritation from dust
Chronic Effects: Long-term or repeated exposure to high levels can cause lung damage, allergic reactions, liver or kidney effects
Carcinogenicity: No conclusive evidence in metallic form, vanadium pentoxide classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic
Additional Notes: Seek medical opinion if symptoms develop after exposure to dust or fumes

Ecological Information

Environmental Impact: Vanadium accumulates in aquatic environments and can be highly toxic to fish and algae
Mobility: Insoluble in water as solid, higher mobility as small particles
Persistence and Degradability: Does not degrade, remains as metal or persistent oxide
Bioaccumulation Potential: Can accumulate in plants and aquatic organisms, impacts higher up the food chain
Precaution: Prevent releases, avoid contaminated water and soil runoff

Disposal Considerations

Disposal Methods: Recover or recycle solid metal where possible, dispose of residual materials as hazardous industrial waste through licensed contractors
Precautions: Do not discharge to landfill, waterways, or municipal sewers
Container Handling: Decontaminate containers before recycling or disposal, label according to local regulations

Transport Information

UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for road, rail, air, or sea for solid rods, fine powder may require specific handling
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated (solid form)
Packing Group: Not applicable for rods, may apply to powdered shipments
Special Precautions: Use secure packaging to prevent breakage, avoid incompatible shipments, include MSDS in shipping documents

Regulatory Information

OSHA Regulations: Subject to worker safety programs for respiratory protection, hazard communication, and chemical hygiene
EPA Regulations: Environmental controls on effluent and emissions under Clean Water and Clean Air Acts
TSCA Inventory: Listed
Reporting Requirements: OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, SARA Title III, and local environmental reporting for releases exceeding threshold quantities
International Regulations: RoHS, REACH, other environmental safety regulations in specific countries based on usage and form