Cerium carbide
Agent Name
Cerium carbide
CAS Number
12012-32-7
Formula
C2-Ce
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Cerium dicarbide; [ChemIDplus] UN2813
Category
Rare Earth Metals
Description
Red chunks; [MSDSonline]
Comments
Reacts with water producing highly flammable gases; An irritant; [MSDSonline] See "CARBIDES." See "RARE EARTH METALS" and the linked occupational diseases.
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Water-reactive solid, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Fibrogenic
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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