Cesium Toxicology
By Edouard Bastarache
Identification and Uses
:
CAS number : 20281-00-9
Molecular formula : CS2O
Uses and Emission Sources
:
-Inorganic material.
-glassmaking-crystal manufacture
Toxicology
:
I-Mode of Entry :
-Inhalation,
-skin,
-ingestion.
II-Effets of Overexposure :
This product is a severe corrosive to
:
- skin,
- eyes,
- mucous membranes,
It may cause a chemical
pneumonitis.
Carcinogenicity
:
It is not considered carcinogenic by
many regulatory bodies.
First Aid
:
I-Eyes : Immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15
minutes.
II-Skin : Wash the affected area with soap and water for at
least 5 minutes.
III-Inhalation : Remove the victim to fresh air and seek medical
attention if coughing or shortness of breath or irritation
persists.
IV-Ingestion : Give victim plenty of water and seek medical
attention.
References :
1-Occupational Medicine,Carl Zenz,
last edition.
2-Clinical Environmental Health and
Toxic Exposures, Sullivan & Krieger; last edition.
3-Sax's Dangerous Properties of
Industrial Materials, Lewis C., last edition.
4-Toxicologie Industrielle et
Intoxications Professionnelles, Lauwerys R.R. last
edition.
5-Chemical Hazards of the Workplace,
Proctor & Hughes, 4th edition
Edouard Bastarache M.D.
Occupational & Environmental Medicine
Author of "Substitutions for Raw Ceramic Materials"
Tracy, Québec, CANADA
edouardb@sorel-tracy.qc.ca
http://www.sorel-tracy.qc.ca/~edouardb/
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