Cesium Formate Solution

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H319, H361f, H373

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

A hazardous mixture according to Chinese National Standard GB 13690-2009: General rules for classification and hazard communication of chemicals. Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2

Signal word

WARNING

Hazard statements

H302 - Harmful if swallowed H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H361f - Suspected of damaging fertility H373 - May cause damage to organs (kidneys, adrenals, nervous system, blood) through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use Disposal • Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood • Do not breathe mist/vapors/spray • Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection • Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product

Response

IF exposed or if you feel unwell Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Eyes • IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing • If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Ingestion • IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell • Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up

2.3 Other hazards

Please refer to hazard and precautionary statements above.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eye contact, Skin Contact, Inhalation Skin Contact: May cause irritation. Avoid contact with skin. Inhalation: Due to its liquid state, this material is not expected to be a significant inhalation hazard. Aerosols or dried product may be irritating to respiratory tract. Do not breathe dust, vapors or mist. Ingestion: Adverse effects on multiple organ systems were observed in animals following repeated oral exposure to cesium formate. However, these effects would not be expected under normal handling conditions. See Section 11. Reproductive Effects: Male Reproductive System. See Section 11. Carcinogenicity: Does not contain any substances listed by IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer), NTP (National Toxicology Program), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), ACGIH (American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists) or EU (European Union). See also Section 11. Target Organ Effects: Eyes, Skin, Respiratory system, Kidney, Adrenal gland

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Respiratory disorder, Adrenal gland disorders Exposure:

Environmental effects

None known. See Section 12.