General Information
Version
3
Revision date
2025-04-15
Product name
Cerium(III) nitrate hexahydrate
Product Synonyms
Cerous nitrate hexahydrate; Cerium nitrate hexahydrate; Cerium trinitrate hexahydrate
CAS No.
10294-41-4
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements May intensify fire; oxidizer Causes serious eye damage
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Oxidizing solids Category 3 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
