Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Cesium hydroxide, 50% Aqueous Solution
- Product Form
- Aqueous Solution
- Product Code
- 10020
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Alfa Aesar, A Johnson Matthey Company
manufacturer
30 Bond Street Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099
www.alfa.com
Emergency Contacts
Alfa Aesar
(978) 521-6300
During normal hours
CHEMTREC
(800) 424-9300
After normal hours
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS06
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Chemical characterization: Description: (CAS#)
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cesium hydroxide EC: 244-344-1 | 21351-79-1 | 50% | No |
| Water | 7732-18-5 | 50% | No |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
Immediate Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical advice. Then consult a doctor.
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Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles
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Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.
Impervious gloves
Safety glasses Tightly sealed goggles Full face protection
Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.
Protective work clothing.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.
Reacts with alkali metals. Reacts with alkaline earth metals.
Reacts with alkali metals. Reacts with alkaline earth metals.
Acids; alkali and alkaline earth metals; many reactive organic and inorganic chemicals (when in aqueous solution).
Metal oxide fume
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 3266
- Shipping Name
- CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (cesium hydroxide)
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- II
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Cesium hydroxide, 50% Aqueous Solution?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Cesium hydroxide, 50% Aqueous Solution?
Cesium hydroxide, 50% Aqueous Solution is a solution with colorless color. It has not determined odor.
What is the solubility of Cesium hydroxide, 50% Aqueous Solution?
Fully miscible
What are the hazard statements for Cesium hydroxide, 50% Aqueous Solution?
This substance has 2 hazard statements:
- H301: Toxic if swallowed.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What is the melting point of Cesium hydroxide, 50% Aqueous Solution?
The melting point is Not determined and the boiling point is Not determined.