| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C1448 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 3 |
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 Nitrate Tetrahydrate Reagent A.C.S. |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | Ca(NO“)’ ½ 4H’O |
| RTECS: | EW3000000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 13477-34-4 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Calcium Nitrate Tetrahydrate | CAS# 13477-34-4 | 100% | W/W | None established |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Heat, shock, friction, or contact with other materials may cause fire or explosion. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Heat, shock, friction, or contact with other materials may cause fire or explosion. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep 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.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Water spray, Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, powder, foam. |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Negligible fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame |
| 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 |
Absorb spill with inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, local law.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store away from incompatible materials. Store in a tightly closed container at temperatures not exceeding 39 deg.F. |
| 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: | 110°F | Specific Gravity | 1.860
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| Boiling Point: | 270°F |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | N/A |
| Vapor Pressure: | Information not available |
Evaporation Rate: | N/A |
| Vapor Density: |
Information not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
N/A |
| Appearance and Odor: |
White deliquescent solid |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
N/A |
| Flash Point: |
N/A |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
N/A |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials. |
Materials to Avoid:
Combustibles, metals, nitrates, reductants, organics, esters, citric acid, tin chloride. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitric oxides may be released in fire. |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| May cause redness and pain to eyes and skin. Ingestion could cause abdominal cramps and possible methemoglobinemia. Conditions aggravated/target organs: Persons with pre-existing conditions may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Calcium Nitrate, 5.1, UN1454, PG III |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0.1 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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