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Cesium hydroxide |
CAS 21351-79-1 | ||
CsOH |
RTECS FK9800000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names Cesium hydrate, Cesium hydroxide dimer |
DOT ID & Guide 2682 157 2681 154 (solution) |
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: TWA 2 mg/m3 | ||
| OSHA PEL†: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion | ||
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Physical Description Colorless or yellowish, crystalline solid. [Note: Hygroscopic (i.e., absorbs moisture from the air).] |
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MW: 149.9 |
BP: ? |
MLT: 522°F |
Sol(59°F): 395% |
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VP: 0 mmHg (approx) |
IP: NA |
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Sp.Gr: 3.68 |
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Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Solid | |||
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities Water, acids, CO2, metals (e.g., Al, Pb, Sn, Zn), oxygen [Note: CsOH is a strong base, causing the generation of considerable heat in contact with water or moisture.] |
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Measurement Methods None available See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: Daily Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Water flush immediately Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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| Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
| Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, upper respiratory system; eye, skin burns | |
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
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| See also: INTRODUCTION |