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Cadmium Chloride

CdCl₂•2½H₂O

F.W. 228.34

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Hazard Alert

Known carcinogen; dust inhalation especially toxic. LD₅₀ 88 mg/kg.

Resources

Storage:

Inorganic #2 in a Flinn Chem-Saf™ Bag in a poisons cabinet.

Disposal:

#27f

Shelf Life:

Indefinite

Soluble:

Water and acetone.

Color:

White

Odor:

None

CAS No.:

7790-78-5

Technical Note:

Safety Purchase Suggestion: Avoid this substance on school premises. If you do use it, practice strict hygiene.