Cesium chromate

Synonyms

Cesium chromate (Cs2CrO4); Chromic acid (H2CrO4), cesium salt (1:2); Chromic acid (H2CrO4), dicesium salt; Dicesium chromate; [ChemIDplus] UN3087

Category

Chromium Compounds, Inorganic

Description

Yellow odorless powder; Soluble in water; [MSDSonline]

Comments

CrVI compounds are irritants, sensitizers, and may be corrosive to the skin. CrVI compounds are respiratory tract irritants and may cause pulmonary sensitization. CrVI may cause acute tubular necrosis and liver injury. [ATSDR Case Studies] May cause fire in contact with combustible material; A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; May cause skin sensitization; [MSDSonline] See "Chromium" and linked occupational diseases.

Biomedical References

For chromium (VI), water-soluble fume: Total Cr in urine = 10 ug/L (increase during shift) or 25 ug/L (end of shift at end of workweek)

Yes

0.0002 mg/m3, as Cr(VI), inhalable particulate matter

0.0005 mg/m3, as Cr(VI), inhalable particulate matter

0.005 mg/m3, as Cr(VI)

Explanatory Notes

The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Oxidizing solid, toxic, n.o.s."

Yes

Yes

Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion

Yes

Skin burns

Established

Human carcinogen

Confirmed Human

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Asthma, occupational
• Chromium, chronic toxic effect
• Contact dermatitis, allergic