Cesium nitrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H271, H302, H361, H402

Code

Statements

H271

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Other hazards

None known

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat. P220 Keep/ Store away from clothing/ combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P283 Wear fire/ flame resistant/ retardant clothing.

Response

P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P306 + P360 IF ON CLOTHING: rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P371 + P380 + P375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.

Storage

P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Oxidizing solids : Category 1 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Reproductive toxicity : Category 2 Short-term (acute) : Category 3 aquatic hazard Other hazards