| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
white cubic crystals, hygroscopic | 【Solubility in water】
Freely soluble | 【Melting Point】
636 | 【Boiling Point】
1300 | 【Vapor Pressure】
141.5 (1103 C) | 【Density】
4.46 g/cm3 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
| 【Usage】
Substance is used in x-ray fluorescent screens, spectrometer prisms, absorption-cell windows. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Rinse area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Cesium is similar to potassium in its elemental state. It has been shown to have physiological action in experimentation with animals. Hyper-irritability, includingmarked spasms, has been shown to follow the administration of cesium in the diet of rats. | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
May cause eye irritation. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 36/37/38 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Poison Class】
4 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
28 | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents - strong acids, halogens. . | 【Decomposition】
Hydrogen bromide. |
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