Cesium tungsten oxide

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of First Aid Measures

First-aid measures after inhalation: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

First-aid measures after skin contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation develops and persists.

First-aid measures after eye contact: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses, if worn. If irritation persists, get medical attention.

First-aid measures after ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms/injuries after inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Symptoms/injuries after skin contact: May cause skin irritation. Symptoms may include redness, drying, defatting and cracking of the skin.

Symptoms/injuries after eye contact: Causes serious eye irritation. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain, excess blinking and tear production, with marked redness and swelling of the conjunctiva.

Symptoms/injuries after ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. May cause stomach distress, nausea or vomiting.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Symptoms may not appear immediately. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label or SDS where possible).

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media: Treat for surrounding material.

Unsuitable extinguishing media: None known.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Fire hazard: Products of combustion may include, and are not limited to: oxides of carbon.

Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting: Keep upwind of fire. Wear full fire-fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) and respiratory protection (SCBA). Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

General measures: Use personal protection recommended in Section “Exposure controls/personal protection”. Isolate the hazard area and deny entry to unnecessary and unprotected personnel.

Environmental precautions

Keep out of drains, sewers, ditches, and waterways. Minimize use of water to prevent environmental contamination.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For containment: Contain spill, then place in a suitable container. Minimize dust generation. Do not flush to sewer or allow to enter waterways. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Methods for cleaning up: Vacuum or sweep material and place in a disposal container. Provide ventilation.

Reference to other sections

See section “Exposure controls/personal protection” for further information on protective clothing and equipment and section “Disposal considerations” for advice on waste disposal.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid generating and breathing dust. Good housekeeping is important to prevent accumulation of dust. Do not swallow. Handle and open container with care. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

Hygiene measures: Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking.

Conditions for sage storage, including and incompatibilities

Storage conditions: Keep out of the reach of children. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a dry, cool area.

Specific end use(s)

Not avaialable.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

Not regulated for transport.

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Not applicable.

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Special transport precautions:
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.

Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters

No additional information available.

Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls: Use ventilation adequate to keep exposures (airborne levels of dust, fume, vapor, etc.) below recommended exposure limits.

Hand protection: Wear suitable gloves.

Eye protection: Wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles.

Skin and body protection: Wear suitable protective clothing.

Respiratory protection: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.

Environmental exposure controls: Maintain levels below Community environmental protection thresholds.

Other information: Do not eat, smoke or drink where material is handled, processed or stored. Wash hands carefully before eating or smoking. Handle according to established industrial hygiene and safety practices.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Chemical stability

Stable under normal storage conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Conditions to avoid

Heat.

Incompatible materials

None known.

Hazardous decomposition products

May include, and are not limited to: oxides of carbon.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

Waste disposal recommendations: This material must be disposed of in accordance with all local, state, provincial, and federal regulations. The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible.