| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C1411 |
| Health: | 3 |
| Flammability | 3 |
| Reactivity | 2 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Calcium Metal Reagent Grade |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | Ca |
| RTECS: | EV8040000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 7440-70-2 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Calcium Metal | CAS# 7440-70-2 | 100 % | W/W | None established |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: CALL A PHYSICIAN. SKIN: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Thoroughly clean clothing and shoes before reuse.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | G-1 powder, Pyrene, Dry lime(not limestone) |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Evolves hydrogen gas when heated or in contact with acids, moisture. Finely divided calcium is considered pyrophoric and will explode if ignited. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Collect spilled material for reclamaion or disposal in sealed containers.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry well ventilated area. Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | Information not available | Specific Gravity | 1.55
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| Boiling Point: | 2817 Deg F |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 0 |
| Vapor Pressure: | 0 |
Evaporation Rate: | 0 |
| Vapor Density: |
Information not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Reacts with water |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Gray metallic solid, no odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
None |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Product is unstable when exposed to water. Moisture, water, high temperatures, sparks, and open flames |
Materials to Avoid:
Water, Alali metal hydroxides and carbonates, acids. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen and calcium hydroxide. |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Contact with skin while moist or perspired may cause burns due to reactions. Eye contact can cause irritaiton. If inhaled can cause irritation to mucous membranes.If ingested can cause burns of mouth and esophogus.If comes in contact with skin or eyes wash with water. If inhaled rlemove to fresh air . If ingested, Do not induce vomiting . For all above situation get medical assistance immediately. Persons with pre-existing disorders may be more susceptible |
| DOT Classification: Calcium, 4.3, UN1401, PG II |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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