MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Product Name: CESIUM CHLORIDE
Chemical Nature: INORGANIIC HALIDE
Formula: CsCl
I. PHYSICAL DATA
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Boiling Point: 760 mm. Hg--1290°C
Gravity: 4.0
Density: N.A.
Percent Volatiles by Weight: N.A.
Appearance and Odor: White Crystals
Freeze Point: N.A.
Vapor Pressure at 20°C: N.A.
Solubility in H20: Appreciable
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II. HAZAROUS INGREDIENTS
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Material: N.A.
Fire And Explosion Hazard Data Flash Point
(test method): N.A.
Flameable Limits in Air, % by volume: N.A.
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IV. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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Threshold Limit Value: No TLV stated by Cesium nor for Cesium Chloride. ACGIH lists
TLV for Cs(OH) in air 2 mg/m3, Cs CI oral mouse LD50:2300 ms/Ks.
Effects of Overexposure: NIOSH "Health Hazard Evaluation Report 71-27"
covering Cesium and Rubidium states: "chronic toxicity data are
not available, but review of the medical and toxicological literature
suggests that both elements have low degrees of toxicity."
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: In case of contact with eyes, immediately flush
eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes.
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V. REACTIVITY DATA
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Stability: Stable
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
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VI. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
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Steps to be Taken if Material Is Released or Spilled: Sweep up spillage in a
manner to minimize airborne contamination. Flush with water any
residual powder. Place dry powder in plastic bag. Properly label bag.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose in normal trash handling manner. Product may have
some salvage value.
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VII. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
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Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved air purifying respirator for
protection against dusts when TLV for nuisance dust is exceeded.
Ventilation: Local exhaust is recommended when dust is generated.
Protective Gloves: Chemical handling glove recommended to avoid contact.
Eye Protection: Recommended to avoid eye contact.
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VIII. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
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Precautionary Labeling: Store in dry area. Keep container closed.
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DISCLAIMER:
The burden of safe use of our materials must rest entirely with the user. VAR•LAC•OID cannot assume responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of any information supplied by us or to us concerning the possible hazards or recommended use.
VAR•LAC•OID
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13 Foster Street • PO Box 181
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
PH (201)387-0038 • FAX (201)387-0291
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