Cadmium, powder

112.41 g·mol−1

8.65 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

320.9°C

765 °C(lit.)

insoluble Stability Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, nitrates,nitric acid, selenium, zinc. Flammable. Powdered metal may be pyrophoric.Toxicology Many cadmium compounds are believed to be carcin

silvery white metal

R17 - Spontaneously flammable in air
R20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
R26 - Very toxic by inhalation
R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin
R45 - May cause cancer
R48/23/25 - Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed
R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
R62 - Possible risk of impaired fertility
R63 - Possible risk of harm to the unborn child
R68 - Possible risk of irreversible effects

S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
S43 - In case of fire use ... (indicate in the space the precise type of fire-fighting equipment. If water increases the risk add - Never use water)
S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible)
S53 - Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use
S60 - This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste
S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet
S7/8 - Keep container tightly closed and dry

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T, T+, N, F, Xi

>15°C -

UN 3082 9 / PG 3