SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Cesium Iodide Windows

CAS #: 7789-17-5

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:

Stanford Advanced Materials

E-mail: [email protected]

Tel: (949) 407-8904

Address: 23661 Birtcher Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630 U.S.A.

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1. CLASSIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

If swallowed can cause nausea, vomiting, stomach pains and diarrhoea. Particular care must be

exercised when machining and creating dust or particles.

2.2. LABEL ELEMENTS

Signal Word: Warning

H303 May be harmful if swallowed

H315 Causes skin irritation

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements:

P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.

P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a poison centre or doctor. Rinse mouth.

2.3. OTHER HAZARDS

None

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1. SUBSTANCES

Component Name, CAS number, %, EC number (EINECS), EU index, UN number

Caesium Iodide, 7789-17-5, 100%, 232-145-2, Not Listed, Not Listed

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1. DESCRIPTION OF FIRST AID MEASURES

GENERAL: Consult a doctor for specific advice.

EYES: Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention.

SKIN: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Dry area with clean towel. Remove contaminated

clothing and wash clothing before re-use.

INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Perform artificial respiration if breathing has stopped. When

breathing is difficult, properly trained personnel may administer oxygen. Keep affected person warm

and at rest. Obtain medical attention.

INGESTION: Induce vomiting if conscious and as directed by properly qualified personnel. Wash out

mouth thoroughly with water. Never make an unconscious person vomit or drink fluids. Obtain Medical

Attention Immediately!.

4.2. MOST IMPORTANT SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS, BOTH ACUTE AND DELAYED

Refer to Section 2.2 and to section 11.

4.3. INDICATION OF ANY IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION AND SPECIAL TREATMENT

NEEDED

No Data.

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1. EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

This product does not burn.

5.2. SPECIAL HAZARDS ARISING FROM THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

Material may evolve toxic fumes in a fire.

5.3. ADVICE FOR FIREFIGHTERS

Use breathing apparatus if necessary.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS, PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Wear suitable protective clothing & equipment as listed under Section 8. Avoid making dust.

6.2. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS

Prevent further leakage or spillage. Do not let product enter drains. Do not discharge to the

environment.

6.3. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP

Take up and containerize for proper disposal. Containerize any cleaning materials used for proper

disposal.

6.4. REFERENCE TO OTHER SECTIONS

Dispose as in Section 13.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING:

Keep away from heat. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Protect against physical damage. Avoid

generating dust.

7.2. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE, INCLUDING ANY INCOMPATIBILITIES

Keep away from foodstuffs. Keep away from strong acids.

7.3. SPECIFIC END USES

Optical Material for Manufacture of Optical Components.

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1. CONTROL PARAMETERS

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OEL) = None Assigned

EXPOSURE CONTROLS

Protective gloves made of PVA are required. Use of a laboratory coat is suggested. Safety goggles or

safety glasses with side shields are required if there is any possibility of chipping or dust creation.

Respirators must be worn when the threshold limit is exceeded. Provide adequate general mechanical

ventilation, and local exhaust ventilation. Wash hands immediately after handling the product.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1. INFORMATION ON BASIC PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE : Clear white geometric shapes, no odour. FLASH POINT: Not Applicable

BOILING POINT (760mm Hg) 1280?C FLAMMABILITY: Not Applicable

MELTING POINT: 621?C EXPLOSIVE PROPERTIES: Not Applicable

SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 4.51 g/mL Vapor PRESSURE: Negligible at 25?C

SOLUBILITY IN WATER: 44 g/100ml H2O at 20?C pH IN AQUEOUS SOLUTION: No data available

9.2. OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION

None

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1. REACTIVITY

Reacts with strong mineral acids.

10.2. CHEMICAL STABILITY

Stable under normal conditions of storage and use. Dissolves in water.

10.3. POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS

None known

10.4. CONDITIONS TO AVOID

Avoid strong acids

10.5. INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS

Strong Mineral Acids.

10.6. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

Decomposition product is Hydrogen Iodide gas.

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1. INFORMATION ON TOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS

Irritant by ingestion and inhalation of dust. Particular care must be exercised when machining and

creating dust or particles. Inhalation of dust may irritate respiratory system.

TOXIC DOSE - LD50 > 2386 mg/kg (oral/rat) CARCINOGENICITY: No evidence of carcinogenic

properties.

MUTAGENICITY/TERATOGENICITY: No evidence of reproductive effects.

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1. TOXICITY

Danger to drinking water due to solubility.

12.2. PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADABILITY

No Data

12.3. BIOACCUMULATIVE POTENTIAL

No Data

12.4. MOBILITY IN SOIL

No Data

12.5. RESULTS OF PBT AND vPvB ASSESSMENT

Not required or conducted

12.6. OTHER ADVERSE AFFECTS

No Data

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1. WASTE TREATMENT METHODS

Chemical residues are generally classified as special waste, and are covered by regulations which

vary according to location. Contact your local waste disposal authority for advice, or pass to a

chemical disposal company.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

14.1. UN NUMBER: None

14.2. UN PROPER SHIPPING NAME:

Not a Hazardous Material for transportation

14.3. TRANSPORT HAZARD CLASS: None

14.4. PACKING GROUP: None

14.5. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: None

14.6. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS FOR USER: None

14.7. TRANSPORT IN BULK MARPOL / IBC: No Data

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1. SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS / LEGISLATION SPECIFIC FOR

THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is

believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The

information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the

product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the

properties of the product.