Cesium Fluoride Caesium Fluoride

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHA Regulatory Status: This chemical is considered hazardous by the United States 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1A Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Category 2 (repeated exposure)

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Suspected of damaging fertility May cause damage to organs (kidneys, adrenals) 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 dust • Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection • Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product

Response

IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention Eyes • IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Skin • IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower • Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Inhalation • IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Ingestion • IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting • Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

Storage

Store locked up

Other hazards

Repeated exposure to fluorides above the occupational exposure limit can lead to bone damage and fluorosis.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation, Eye contact, Skin contact Inhalation: Corrosive to the respiratory tract. May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with coughing, choking, pain and possibly burns of the mucous membranes and pulmonary edema. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. May cause immediate pain and severe burns of the mucous membranes. Ingestion causes irritation of upper respiratory system and gastrointestinal disturbance. 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). Target Organ Effects: Respiratory system, Eyes, Skin, Kidney, Adrenal gland

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Asthma, Respiratory disorder, Skin disorders, Kidney disorders, Adrenal gland disorders Exposure:

Environmental effects

None known. See also Section 12.