Dicerium trioxide

Agent Name
Dicerium trioxide
CAS Number
1345-13-7
Formula
Ce2-O3
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
C.I. 77280; CI 77280; Cerium oxide; Cerium oxide (Ce2O3); Cerium sesquioxide; Cerium trioxide; Cerium(III) oxide; Cerous oxide; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Rare Earth Metals
Description
Gray-green solid; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used as a constituent of incandescent gas mantles, a catalyst in "self-cleaning" ovens, and a glass polishing agent; [HSDB]
Comments
May cause irritation; [MSDSonline] See "Ceric oxide." See "RARE EARTH METALS" and the linked occupational diseases.
Biomedical References
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Adverse Effects

Fibrogenic
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Processes

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