Product Name: Vanadium Naphthenate
Chemical Formula: Variable (CnH2n-1COO)3V
CAS Number: 1338-36-7
Synonyms: Vanadium carboxylates, Vanadium naphthenic acid salt
Recommended Use: Catalyst, chemical intermediate, wood preservative
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Classification: Harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or in contact with skin; causes serious eye and skin irritation; potential environmental hazard, especially to aquatic life
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Vapors or mists can irritate respiratory passages, may be toxic if absorbed; can stain skin and eyes; long-term exposure risks liver, kidney, and nervous system function; spills threaten aquatic environments
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, use only with proper ventilation; wear gloves, goggles, suitable clothing; keep out of water sources
Substance: Vanadium Naphthenate
Concentration: Varies, typically 6-8% vanadium by weight
Impurities: May include traces of mineral oil, naphthenic acids
Other Ingredients: Solvents like kerosene or mineral spirits depending on manufacturer
CAS Numbers: Vanadium Naphthenate (1338-36-7), Solvent (varies)
Inhalation: Remove the person to fresh air immediately; call poison control or physician if breathing becomes difficult or symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; wash skin thoroughly with soap and water; seek medical attention for persistent irritation or if absorption suspected
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes under gentle water stream for at least 15 minutes; consult a physician right away
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting; rinse mouth with water; seek emergency help; observe for signs of toxicity
Notes for Physicians: Treat symptomatically; monitor for delayed onset of organ effects
Flash Point: Typically 61–93°C (solvent-dependent)
Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide; do not use water streams
Specific Hazards: Burning releases vanadium oxides, carbon monoxide, other toxic gases; containers may rupture from heat
Protective Equipment: Full protective suit and approved breathing apparatus
Special Procedures: Approach from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors; cool exposed containers with water mist
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area of unprotected persons; wear gloves, goggles, organic vapor respirator
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, waterways, soil; notify environmental authorities if spillage causes contamination
Cleanup Methods: Soak up with sand, earth, or suitable absorbent; shovel into closed, labeled containers for proper disposal; ventilate affected area; wash spill site with detergent and water
Handling: Keep containers tightly sealed; avoid splashing, inhalation, and contact with skin; use only outdoors or in well-ventilated places; wash hands after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke nearby
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area; store away from acids, oxidizer, food and feedstuffs; protect from heat, sunlight, moisture; use corrosion-resistant shelves or cabinets
Exposure Limits: OSHA TWA (Vanadium compounds as V): 0.05 mg/m3 (fume), ACGIH TLV: 0.05 mg/m3 (respirable fraction)
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust; provide eyewash stations and showers near work area
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), goggles, face shield, long-sleeve clothing; NIOSH-approved respirator if vapor or mists exceed limits
Appearance: Dark green to bluish liquid
Odor: Petroleum-like, oily
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Below -10°C
Boiling Point: 150–250°C (solvent dependent)
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents
Density: 0.92–1.05 g/cm3 (varies with solvent)
Vapor Pressure: Low at 20°C
Viscosity: Moderate, depends on formulation
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures; avoid prolonged contact with air or moisture
Reactivity: May react vigorously with oxidizers and acids
Hazardous Decomposition: Produces vanadium oxides, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, flammable vapors on combustion
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, reducing agents
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eyes, ingestion
Acute Effects: Irritation to respiratory system, eyes, skin; dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, nausea
Chronic Effects: Long-term exposure may impair liver, kidney, or nervous system; possible blood disorders; some data point to carcinogenic potential but not confirmed in humans
LD50 (oral, rat): Data vary by formulation, typically in hundreds of mg/kg
Sensitization: Rare sensitivities reported, monitor for allergy signs
Ecotoxicity: Highly toxic to aquatic organisms; risk of long-lasting effects in water ecosystems
Persistence and Degradability: Limited degradation in soil or water; accumulates in sediment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Vanadium may bioaccumulate in plants, fish, invertebrates
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility, but can persist in contaminated areas
Other Adverse Effects: Harmful to soil microflora and fauna
Waste Disposal: Treat as hazardous waste; follow local, regional, and national regulations; incinerate in approved facility or dispose in permitted landfill; do not pour into drains, soil, or surface water
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse with suitable solvent, dispose of containers as hazardous waste
Precautions: Assign trained personnel for handling and disposal, document all processes
UN Number: UN 3082
UN Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s. (contains Vanadium Naphthenate)
Transport Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous)
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Transport Labels: Class 9 hazard label, “Environmentally Hazardous”
Special Precautions: Follow national/international guidance for road, rail, air, sea; document all shipments; secure containers to prevent leaks
OSHA Hazard Communication: Covered under Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA Status: Listed
REACH Registration: Required for manufacture/import in Europe; consult ECHA database
SARA Title III Sec. 313: Listed as a toxic chemical
CERCLA Reportable Quantity: Not assigned, but discuss with relevant authorities in major spills
State Lists: May appear on state-specific hazardous chemical inventories (California Proposition 65, New Jersey RTK)
WHMIS Classification: D2B (Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects); B3 (Combustible Liquid)
Other Regulations: Subject to environmental, health, and safety rules for storage, transport, and disposal; ensure compliance with local and international frameworks
