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Material Safety Data Sheet
CESIUM CHLORIDE
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: CESIUM CHLORIDE
Contact information:
Catalog Code: 705135, 705137, 705139, 705141, 705541
bioWORLD
4150 Tuller Rd
CAS#: 7647-17-8
Suite 228, Dublin, OH 43017, USA
RTECS: FK9625000
For information, call: 614-792-8680
Fax Number: 614-792-8685
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Cesium chloride
Order Online:www.bio-world.com
CI#: Not available.
E-mail : save@bio-world.com
Synonym: Cesium Monochloride; Dicesium Dichloride; Tricesium In Case of a chemical emergency, call CHEMTREC
trichloride (24 hours a day) at 1-800-424-9300
Chemical Name: Cesium Monochloride
For non-emergency assistance,call: 1-800-860-9729
Chemical Formula: CsCl
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS# % by Weight
CESIUM CHLORIDE 7647-17-8 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients:
LD50 (Oral, Rat): 2600 mg/kg
3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Avoid contact and inhalation. Target organ(s): Nerves. Heart.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
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TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated
skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cold water
may be used.
Serious Skin Contact: Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek
medical attention.
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Nonflammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Points: Not applicable.
Flammable Limits: Not applicable.
Product of Combustion: Hydrogen chloride gas.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading
water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
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7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing If ingested, seek medical advice
immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Storage: No specific storage is required. Use shelves or cabinets sturdy enough to bear the weight of the chemicals. Be
sure that it is not necessary to strain to reach materials, and that shelves are not overloaded.
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
Personal Protection: Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained
breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient;
consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State and Appearance: Solid. (Deliquescent crystals solid.)
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 168.36 g/mole
Color: Colorless.
pH(1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: 1290 掳C (2354 掳F)
Melting Point: 645 掳C (1193 掳F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 4 (Water = 1)
Vapour Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, methanol.
Solubility: Soluble in cold water, methanol.
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
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Stability: Stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Moisture.
Incompatibility with various substances: Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
11:Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Eye contact. Skin contact. Ingestion. Inhalation.
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50 (Oral, Rat): 2600 mg/kg
LD50 (Intraperitoneal, Rat): 1500 mg/kg
LD50 (Subcutaneous, Rat): 2590 mg/kg
Chronic Effects on Humans: The substance is toxic to mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes
and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Product of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
13: Disposal Considerations
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Waste Disposal: Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Observe all federal,
state, and local environmental regulations.
14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material.
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.
15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Cesium chloride
Other Regulations: Not available.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS(Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS.
DSCL(EEC): R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
HMIS(U.S.A):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A):
Health: 2
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment: Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Splash goggles.
16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 19/07/2006 10:50:33 AM
Last Updated: 05/08/2006 2:19:38 PM
Disclaimer
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This product is offered by bioWORLD for research, laboratory or further manufacturing use. Not for human use or
consumption.
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However,we
make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we
assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes.In no event shall Bio-World.com be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any
third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect,incidental,consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising,
even if Bio-World.com has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
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