Beryllium Metal

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CC
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Beryllium Metal

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Hello everybody

I have had a request for Beryllium Metal, does anyone know where we might be able to source some.

I have searched the usual suppliers but they don't have any.

Thanks Cindy
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macca
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Re: Beryllium Metal

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X Banned in many schools systems; if used, then only by highly skilled teachers.

beryllium, pieces
Class: 6.1/4.1 PG: II Users: X* Training: 1 CAS: 7440-41-7 UN: 1567
GHS data:
DANGER
Allergy alert!
6 8 9 May cause cancer
Fatal if inhaled
Toxic if swallowed
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Causes serious eye irritation
May cause respiratory irritation
Causes skin irritation
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Potential hazards
HIGHLY TOXIC; MAY CAUSE CANCER. Toxic by inhalation of particles.

Standard handling procedures
Keep only a demonstration specimen of beryllium in a sealed container. Do not use in experiments.

according to the Riskassess Program. Maybe why you can't source any.
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