MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
EM SCIENCE
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Manufacturer.............: Preparation Date.: 3/1/91
EM SCIENCE
A Division of EM Industries Information Phone Number.: 856-423-
6300
P.O. Box 70 Hours: Mon. to Fri. 8:30-5
480 Democrat Road Chemtrec Emergency Number: 800-424-
9300
Gibbstown, N.J. 08027 Hours: 24 hrs a day
Catalog Number(s):
2123 CX0255 CX0256 2121
Product Name:
Calcium Nitrate
Synonyms:
Nitric Acid Calcium Salt (Tetrahydrate)
Chemical Family:
Inorganic Salt
Formula:
Ca(NO3)2.4H2O
Molecular Weight.: 236.15
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS # Appr %
Calcium Nitrate
13477-34-4 100%
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
HEAT, SHOCK OR CONTACT WITH OTHER MATERIALS MAY CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
IRRITATING TO SKIN, EYES AND MUCOUS MEMBRANES.
DELIQUESCENT.
Appearance:
White crystals or flakes
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC)
Symptoms of Exposure:
-Irritating to skin and eyes on contact; eye irritation can be severe
Medical Cond. Aggravated by Exposure:
Data not available.
Routes of Entry:
Inhalation, ingestion
Carcinogenicity:
The material is not listed (IARC, NTP, OSHA) as cancer causing
agent.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Emergency First Aid:
GET MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE.
Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Eyes: Immediately flush thoroughly with water for at least 15
minutes.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; give artificial respiration if
breathing has stopped.
Ingestion: If conscious, drink water and induce vomiting
immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything
by mouth to an unconscious person.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point (F) . . . . : None
Flammable Limits LEL (%): N/A
Flammable Limits UEL (%): N/A
Extinguishing Media . . :
Use any suitable for adjacent material.
Fire Fighting Procedures:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Fire & Explosion Hazards:
Shock, or mixture with reducers can cause
explosion.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill Response:
Evacuate the area of all unnecessary personnel.
Wear suitable protective equipment listed under Exposure /
Personal Protection.
Eliminate any ignition sources until the area is determined to be
free from explosion or fire hazards.
Contain the release and eliminate its source, if this can be done
without risk.
Take up and containerize for proper disposal as described under
Disposal.
Comply with Federal, State, and local regulations on reporting
releases. Refer to Regulatory Information for reportable
quantity and other regulatory data.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling & Storage:
Keep container closed.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
Store away from reducing and combustible materials
Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Ventilation, Respiratory Protection, Protective Clothing, Eye
Protection:
Material should be handled or transferred in an approved fume
hood or with adequate ventilation.
Protective gloves (Neoprene, PVC or equivalent)
should be worn to prevent skin contact
Safety glasses with side shields must be worn at all times.
Work/Hygenic Practices:
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not take internally.
Eye wash and safety equipment should be readily available.
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EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
OSHA - PEL:
TWA STEL CL
Component PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 Skin
Calcium Nitrate
ACGIH - TLV
TWA STEL CL
Component PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 Skin
Calcium Nitrate
If there are no exposure limit numbers listed in the Exposure Guidelines
chart, this indicates that no OSHA or ACGIH exposure limts have been
established.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMCIAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point (C 760 mmHg) : N/A
Melting Point (C). . . . . : 45C
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1) : 1.82
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg). . .: N/A
Percent Volatile by vol (%): N/A
Vapor Density (Air = 1). . : N/A
Evaporation Rate (BuAc = 1): N/A
Solubility in Water (%). . : Soluble
Appearance . . . . . . . . :
White crystals or flakes
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Yes
Hazardous Polymerization:
Does not occur
Hazardous Decomposition:
Nitrogen compounds
Conditions to Avoid:
Extreme heat, shock, contact with reducing materials
Materials To Avoid:
( ) Water
( ) Acids
( ) Bases
( ) Corrosives
( ) Oxidizers
(X) Other: Reducing agents, Combustible material
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity Data
orl-rat LD50: 3900 mg/kg
Toxicological Findings:
None
Cited in Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS)
12. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
EPA Waste Numbers: D001
Treatment:
Specified Technology - Contact your local permitted waste
disposal site (TSD) for permissible treatment sites.
ALWAYS CONTACT A PERMITTED WASTE DISPOSER (TSD) TO ASSURE
COMPLIANCE WITH ALL CURRENT LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS.
13. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Proper Shipping Name:
Calcium Nitrate
DOT ID Number . . . . . :
UN1454
14. REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA Statement:
This product is a "Mixture". The CAS numbers of all components
are listed on the TSCA Inventory.
SARA SARA CERCLA
Component EHS EHS TPQ RQ
(302) (lbs) (lbs)
Calcium Nitrate
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OSHA SARA DeMinimis
Component Floor List 313 for SARA 313
(%)
Calcium Nitrate
If there is no information listed on the regulatory information chart,
this indicates that the chemical is not covered by the specific
regulation listed.
15. OTHER INFORMATION
Comments:
None
NFPA Hazard Ratings:
Health :2
Flammability :0
Reactivity :0
Special Hazards : OXY
Revision History: 6/1/84 5/28/86 9/26/86 3/14/87 10/27/87 5/22/89
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