Scandium oxide
Agent Name
Scandium oxide
CAS Number
12060-08-1
Formula
O3-Sc2
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Scandia; [Merck Index] Scandium (III) oxide; [MSDSonline]
Category
Rare Earth Metals
Description
White solid; [Merck Index] White odorless powder; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Found in thortveitite; Used to make scandium fluoride; [Hawley]
Comments
May cause irritation; [MSDSonline] See "RARE EARTH METALS" and the linked occupational diseases.
Biomedical References
Adverse Effects
Fibrogenic
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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