General Information
Revision date
2021-12-24
Product name
Cesium nitrate
Product Synonyms
Nitric acid, cesium salt; Caesium nitrate; Cesium(I) nitrate (1:1)
CAS No.
7789-18-6
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
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GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Oxidizing solids Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer Harmful if swallowed Suspected of damaging fertility
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep/Store away from clothing/ other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction Explosion risk in case of fire In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
None identified
