Samarium(III) chloride

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Where is Samarium(III) chloride found?

Samarium(III) chloride in patch testing is intended to test for contact allergy due to samarium. Samarium is used to manufacture samarium-cobalt magnets, which can be found in small motors, headphones, electric guitars, or similar music instruments. Samarium is also used as a chemical reagent and catalyst. In its oxidized form samarium is added to ceramics and glasses.

How can you avoid contact with Samarium(III) chloride?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Samarium(III) chloride
• Samarium trichloride
• Trichlorosamarium
• SMCl3
• Samarium

What are some products that may contain Samarium(III) chloride?

A clinician's point of view.

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For additional information about products that might contain Samarium(III) chloride, visit the Consumer Product Information Database. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.