| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C1450 |
| Health: | 3 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
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 Oxide (Lime) Laboratory Grade, Powder |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | CaO |
| RTECS: | EW3100000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 1305-78-8 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Calcium Oxide (Lime) | CAS# 1305-78-8 | 100% | w/w | OSHA TWA 5 mg/mƒ |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Causes severe irritation and burns. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Causes severe irritation and burns. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: CALL A PHYSICIAN. SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water.
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: | Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | None Known. |
| 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 |
Sweep up and place in suitable (fiberboard) containers for reclamation or later disposal.
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| 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
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 2570 Deg. C | Specific Gravity | 3.3
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| Boiling Point: | 2850 Deg. C |
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: |
Reacts |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
White or grayish white powder |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
N/A |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials. |
Materials to Avoid:
Water, oxidizers, acids, organics, nitrates, perchlorates, permanganates |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
None |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| May cause severe eye damage and severe burns to the skin. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns, severe pain, nausea, vomiting. May cause circulatory system failure. May cause coughing and difficulty in breathing. May cause chemical bronchitis. Conditions aggravated/target organs: Persons with pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions are more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Calcium Oxide, 8, UN1910, PG III |
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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