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Cesium sulfate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Cesium sulfate is used to prepare dense aqueous solutions for use in isopycnic centrifugation. It is used as metal oxide catalyst enhancer for heterogeneous processes.
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Cesium sulfate is used to prepare dense aqueous solutions for use in isopycnic centrifugation. It is used as metal oxide catalyst enhancer for heterogeneous processes.
Solubility
Soluble in water. (1820 g/L) at 20°C
Notes
Hygroscopic. Protect from humidity and water. Store under dry inert gas. Incompatible with water, reducing agents and oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 1,010°C |
Quantity | 25 g |
Merck Index | 14,2016 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water. (1820g/L) at 20°C |
Formula Weight | 361.87 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Odor | Odorless |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Density | 4.24 |
Chemical Name or Material | Cesium sulfate |
Safety and Handling


- Warning
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Reproductive toxicity Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure Category 2
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H361f-Suspected of damaging fertility.
- H373-May cause damage to organs.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Cesium sulfate
RUO – Research Use Only
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