Compound Q&A
Is Cerium(III) Chloride Heptahydrate (CAS: 18618-55-8) safe?
Answer
Cerium(III) Chloride Heptahydrate (CAS: 18618-55-8) is generally considered less toxic than other lanthanide compounds but requires proper handling. Prolonged skin or eye contact may cause irritation, and inhalation of dust should be avoided. Safety standards recommend using protective gloves, goggles, and ensuring adequate ventilation when working with this compound.
About
CAS No
18618-55-8
English Name
Cerium(III) Chloride Heptahydrate
Molecular Formula
CeCl3O7
Molecular Weight
358.4708 g/mol
SMILES
[Cl-].[Cl-].[Cl-].[Ce+3].O.O.O.O.O.O.O
InChIKey
KPZSTOVTJYRDIO-UHFFFAOYSA-K
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
