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SAFETY DATA SHEET Prepared in accordance with the United States Hazard Communication Revision date: 30-Aug-2017 Standard: 29 CFR 1910.1200 (2012) 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Product name: Cesium Nitrate, Caesium Nitrate Product code: CESNITDRY Synonyms: CsNO3 Recommended use: Industrial Products, Various Restrictions on use: Not Applicable. Supplier: Tantalum Mining Corporation Cabot Specialty Fluids of Canada, Ltd. (TANCO) C/O Cabot Corporation Bernic Lake 4400 North Point Parkway Box 2000 Suite 200 Lac du Bonnet, MB R0E 1A0 Alpharetta, Georgia 30022 CANADA United States Tel: 1-204-884-2400 Tel: +1 678 297 1300 Fax: 1-204-884-2211 E-mail: [email protected] Emergency Telephone Number: 24H/7d service US: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 or 1-703-527-3887 Canada: CANUTEC 1-613-996-6666 International CHEMTREC: +1 703-741-5970 or +1-703-527-3887 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Classification OSHA Regulatory Status: This chemical is considered hazardous by the United States 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Category 2 ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 1 / 13 Product code: CESNITDRY Product name: Cesium Nitrate, Caesium Nitrate Revision date: 30-Aug-2017 ___________________________________________________________________________________________ (repeated exposure) Oxidizing Solids Category 2 Label Elements: Signal Word: DANGER Hazard statements: Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility May cause damage to organs (kidneys, adrenals) through prolonged or repeated exposure Physical Hazards: May intensify fire; oxidizer Precautionary Statements - • Obtain special instructions before use Prevention • Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood • Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking • Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles • Do not breathe dust • Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection • Wash hands thoroughly after handling • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Precautionary Statements - Response• IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Eyes • IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Skin • IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water • Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Ingestion • IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell • Rinse mouth FIRE • In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction Precautionary Statements - Storage • Store locked up Precautionary Statements - Disposal • Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 2 / 13 Product code: CESNITDRY Product name: Cesium Nitrate, Caesium Nitrate Revision date: 30-Aug-2017 ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Potential health effects Principle Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, Eye contact, Skin Contact Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Reproductive Effects: Male Reproductive System. See Section 11. Carcinogenicity: Does not contain any substances listed by IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer), NTP (National Toxicology Program), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), ACGIH (American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists) or EU (European Union). Target Organ Effects: Respiratory system, Eyes, Skin, Kidney, Adrenal gland Medical Conditions Aggravated by Asthma, Respiratory disorder, Skin disorders, Kidney disorders, Adrenal gland disorders Exposure: Potential Environmental Effects: None known. See also Section 12. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Synonyms: CsNO3. Chemical name CAS No weight-% Trade secret Cesium Nitrate 7789-18-6 100 - Other Information: The hyphen (-) means "not applicable" 4. FIRST AID MEASURES FIRST AID MEASURES Skin Contact Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Seek medical attention if redness, swelling, itching, or burning occurs. Eye contact Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if redness, swelling, itching, burning or visual disturbances occur. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 3 / 13 Product code: CESNITDRY Product name: Cesium Nitrate, Caesium Nitrate Revision date: 30-Aug-2017 ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Inhalation If cough, shortness of breath or other breathing problems occur, move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. If necessary, restore normal breathing through standard first aid measures. Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, give several glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical attention. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Symptoms: The most important known symptoms and effects are described in Section 2 and/or in Section 11. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Note to physicians: Treat symptomatically. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment: Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry chemical, Foam, Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: DO NOT USE WATER. Specific hazards arising from the Oxidizer. May ignite or explode upon contact with combustible or organic materials. chemical: Hazardous combustion products: Miscellaneous thermal decomposition products. Nitrogen oxides (NOx). Oxides of Cesium. Protective equipment and In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear suitable protective precautions for firefighters: equipment. Risk of Dust Explosion: May ignite or explode when in contact with combustible or organic materials 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Personal precautions: Avoid dust formation. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment. See also Section 8. For emergency responders: Use personal protection recommended in Section 8. Environmental Precautions: Environmental Precautions: Contain spill if safe to do so. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. See also Section 13. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Methods for containment: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Methods for cleaning up: Do not use water to clean up spills. Do not create a dust cloud by using a brush or compressed air. If the spilled material contains dust or has the potential to create dust, use explosion-proof vacuums and/or cleaning systems suitable for combustible dusts. Use of a vacuum with high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtration is recommended. Pick up ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 4 / 13 Product code: CESNITDRY Product name: Cesium Nitrate, Caesium Nitrate Revision date: 30-Aug-2017 ___________________________________________________________________________________________ and transfer to properly labeled containers. See Section 13. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for safe handling Advice on safe handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid dust formation. Do not breathe dust. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at machinery and at places where dust can be generated. Avoid ingestion. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. All metal parts of the mixing and processing equipment must be earthed/grounded. General hygiene considerations: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage Conditions: Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep in properly labeled containers. Do not store together with reducing agents. Incompatible materials: Combustible material. Metals. Metal salts. Reducing agents. Acids. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Exposure guidelines: There are no exposure limits identified for this product. Exposure limits for dust are stated below. Dust, or Particulates Not Otherwise Austria MAK: 10 mg/m³, STEL 2x30 min, Inhalable dust Specified: 5 mg/m³, TWA, Inhalable dust Belgium: 10 mg/m³, TWA, Inhalable 3 mg/m³ TWA, Respirable France: 10 mg/m³, TWA Inhalable dust 5 mg/m³, TWA Respirable dust Germany - TRGS 900: 10 mg/m³, TWA, Inhalable 3 mg/m³, Respirable fraction Ireland: 10 mg/m³, TWA, Total inhalable 4 mg/m³, TWA, Respirable Italy: 10 mg/m³, TWA, Inhalable 3 mg/m³, TWA, Respirable Spain: 10 mg/m³, VLA, Inhalable 3 mg/m³, VLA, Respirable Sweden: 10 mg/m³, NGV, Total inhalable 5 mg/m³, NGV, Respirable The Netherlands: 10 mg/m³, TGG, Inhalable 5 mg/m³, TGG, Respirable ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 5 / 13 Product code: