**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7789-78-8 |Calcium Hydride | 93% | 232-189-2 |
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Hazard Symbols: F
Risk Phrases: 15
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.Moisture
sensitive.The toxicological properties of this material have not
been fully investigated.Water-reactive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
No information regarding eye irritation and other potential effects
was found.
Skin:
No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects
was found.
Ingestion:
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully
investigated.
Inhalation:
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully
investigated.
Chronic:
Not available.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Water Reactive. Material will react with water and
may release a flammable and/or toxic gas.
Extinguishing Media:
DO NOT USE WATER! Use dry sand, dry chemical, soda ash or lime.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry,
closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation. Do not allow contact with water.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Water free area.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 7789-78-8:
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Chunks
Color: grey
Odor: Odorless.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 0 mbar @ 20 deg C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 675 deg C dec
Autoignition Temperature: > 300 deg C (> 572.00 deg F)
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: decomposes in H2O to form Hydrogen gas
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.9000g/cm3
Molecular Formula: H2Ca
Molecular Weight: 42.09
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, contact with water, heat plus an incompatible
substance.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Acids, acid anhydrides, bromates, chlorates, carbonyl compounds,
halogens, perchlorates, potassium chlorates, silver fluoride, silver
halides, tetrahydrofuran, oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Calcium oxide, hydrogen gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 7789-78-8 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Calcium Hydride -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: CALCIUM HYDRIDE
Hazard Class: 4.3
UN Number: 1404
Packing Group: I
IMO
Shipping Name: CALCIUM HYDRIDE
Hazard Class: 4.3
UN Number: 1404
Packing Group: I
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: CALCIUM HYDRIDE
Hazard Class: 4.3
UN Number: 1404
Packing group: I
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: F
Risk Phrases:
R 15 Contact with water liberates extremely
flammable gases.
Safety Phrases:
S 7/8 Keep container tightly closed and dry.
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 43A In case of fire, use dry chemical (never use
water).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7789-78-8: 1
Canada
CAS# 7789-78-8 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7789-78-8 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7789-78-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
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