cesium dodecahydrododecaborate

Synonym:none

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound12008-75-2100%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Irritating to skin eyes and respiratory tract. Some boron compounds are toxic if ingested. Unrecognized
Emergency Overview:
hazards may be present.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation, skin and eyes.
Eye Contact:Causes severe irritation or burns to the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes severe irritation, redness, and pain to the skin
Inhalation:Dust is irritating to nose, mucous membranes, and respiratory tract.
Ingestion:May be toxic by ingestion. High doses may cause boron poisoning: convulsions, cyanosis, coma and death.
Irritating to eyes and respiratory tract. Redness and pain in eyes, sore throat, and twitching of facial muscles
Acute Health Affects:
may occur. High doses may cause convulsions, cyanosis, coma, and death.
Repeated ingestion of some boron compounds may cause dryness of mucous membranes, anorexia,
Chronic Health Affects:
vomiting, mild diarrhea, skin rash, and low blood cell count. Kidney damage may occur.
NTP:No
IARC:No
OSHA:No

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SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:no data
Explosion Limits:no data
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, dry powder. Do not use water.
Fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may form toxic boron oxide dust.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Flammable solid. No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Remove sources of ignition. Do not raise dust. Mix with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non
Spill and Leak Procedures:
combustible adsorbent and sweep up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store in a cool dry place in a tightly sealed container. Handle under dry nitrogen.

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation:Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:white pwdr.
Molecular Weight:407.64
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:soluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:hygroscopic
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:contact with mineral acids
Incompatibility:Oxidizing agents, halogens and mineral acids
Decomposition Products:Boron oxides, cesium hydroxide, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and organic fumes.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects:No data available
Mutagenic Effects:No data available
Tetratogenic Effects:No data available

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:Dispose of according to federal, state, and local regulations.

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Flammable solids, inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):4.1
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):II
UN ID Number (CFR):UN# 3178
Shipping Name (IATA):Flammable solid, inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):4.1
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):II
UN ID Number (IATA):UN# 3178

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient:none

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A