Material Safety Data Sheet
Science Stuff, Inc.
1104 Newport Ave
Austin, TX 78753
Phone (512) 837-6020
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Section 1 Identification
Product Number:C1431 
Health:
Flammability
Reactivity
Hazard Rating:
LeastSlightModerateHighExtreme
01234
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
Product Name:Calcium Chloride Dihydrate Laboratory Grade, Powder
Trade/Chemical Synonyms 
Formula:CaCl2HO
RTECS:EV9810000 
C.A.SCAS# 10035-04-8
Section 2 Component Mixture
Sara 313ComponentCAS Number%DimExposure Limits:
Calcium Chloride Dihydrate CAS# 10035-04-8 100% W/W TXDS: LD (rat): 1.4 g/Kg 
Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also see section 11)
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. 
Section 4 First Aid Measures
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.

FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention

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: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconcious person.
Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures
Fire Extinguisher Type:Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire
Fire/Explosion Hazards:None
Fire Fighting Procedure:Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire. Use water spray to cool fire exposed containers.
Section 6 Accidental Release Measures
Wear Protective equipment. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal.
Section 7 Handling and Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Wash thoroughly after handling. 
Section 8 Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Ventilation: Mechanical: Hand Protection:Chemical Resistant Gloves
Local Exhaust: Eye Protection:Safety Goggles
Other Protective Equipment: Use safe laboratory handling procedures.
Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Melting Point:176 CSpecific Gravity1.850
Boiling Point:> 1600 C Percent Volatile by Volume:Information not available
Vapor Pressure:0.01 mm 20 C Evaporation Rate:Information not available
Vapor Density: Information not available Evaporation Standard:
Solubility in Water: Soluble Auto ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Appearance and Odor: White Flakes / no odor Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: Not applicable
Flash Point: Information not available Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: Not applicable
Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information
Stability: StableConditions to Avoid: Moisture
Materials to Avoid:
Water, Aluminum, Zinc, Brass Methyl Vinyl Ether
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Chlorine and hydrogen Chloride fumes
Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur
Condition to Avoid:None known
Section 11 Additional Information
Conditions aggravated/Target organs: None known. Acute:Irritation to skin, eyes, lungs, mucous membranes, and GI tract. Coughing. Chronic: None known. Do not breath dust, avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wash throughly after handling and keep container tightly closed. 
DOT Classification: Not Regulated
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
Revision No:0Date Entered: 9/1/2006 Approved by: WPF

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