Cesium dichromate
Agent Name
Cesium dichromate
CAS Number
13530-67-1
Formula
Cr2-H2-O7.2Cs
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Caesium dichromate; [ChemIDplus] UN3087
Category
Chromium Compounds, Inorganic
Description
Orange odorless crystalline powder; [MSDSonline] Na and K dichromate are soluble in water;
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
Exposure Assessment
Skin Designation (ACGIH)
Yes
TLV (ACGIH)
0.0002 mg/m3, as Cr(VI), inhalable particulate matter
STEL (ACGIH)
0.0005 mg/m3, as Cr(VI), inhalable particulate matter
PEL (OSHA)
0.005 mg/m3, as Cr(VI)
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Oxidizing solid, toxic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Asthma
Yes
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Nephrotoxin
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
IARC Carcinogen
Established
NTP Carcinogen
Human carcinogen
ACGIH Carcinogen
Confirmed Human
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: