General Information
Revision date
2020-02-14
Product name
Cerium(III) nitrate hexahydrate
Product Synonyms
Cerous nitrate hexahydrate; Cerium nitrate hexahydrate; Cerium trinitrate hexahydrate
CAS No.
10294-41-4
Emergency telephone
(866) 928-0789
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Company Information
company name
Alfa Aesar
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
tech@alfa.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May intensify fire; oxidizer Causes serious eye damage Causes skin irritation May cause cancer
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep/Store away from clothing/ other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Skin Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation occurs: 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 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Fire Explosion risk in case of fire In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
