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PART I What is the material and what do I need to know in an emergency?

1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (CaCl2)
Document Number: 001087
CHEMICAL NAME/CLASS: Calcium Salt
SYNONYMS: Calcium Chlorides Hydrates; Calcium Dichloride;
Calplus; Caltac; Dowflake; Liquidow; Peladow; Snowmelt;
Superflake, Anhydrous
PRODUCT USE: Drying Agent
SUPPLIER鈥橲 NAME: AIRGAS INC.
ADDRESS: 259 N. Radnor-Chester Road
Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087-5283
EMERGENCY PHONE: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
International: 703-527-3887 (Call Collect)
BUSINESS PHONE: 1-610-687-5253
DATE OF PREPARATION: June 30, 1999

2. COMPOSITION and INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL NAME CAS # mole % EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR
ACGIH-TLV OSHA-PEL
TWA STEL TWA STEL IDLH OTHER
3 3 3 3 3 3
mg/m mg/m mg/m mg/m mg/m mg/m

Calcium Chloride, Anhydrous 10043-52-4 100 10 NE 15 (Total NE NE DFG MAKs:
(Inhalable) dust) TWA = 4; or
Exposure limits given are for
3 1.5 (Measured
鈥淧articulates, Not Otherwise 5
(Respirable) as the
Classified (PNOC)鈥? (Respirable
Respirable
fraction)
Fraction of
the Aerosol)

NE = Not Established See Section 16 for Definitions of Terms Used.
NOTE: All WHMIS required information is included. It is located in appropriate sections based on the ANSI Z400.1-1998 format.




CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (CaCl2) MSDS (Document # 001087) PAGE 1 OF 8
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Calcium Chloride is a white to off-white, odorless, granular, hygroscopic solid. The main
health hazard is the potential for irritation or burns of eyes, skin and respiratory system, depending on duration and
concentration of contact. Strong solutions of Calcium Chloride are corrosive. Calcium Chloride is non-flammable.
Hazardous products of thermal decomposition include hydrogen chloride. Calcium Chloride will react with water,
generating significant heat upon contact. Calcium Chloride is not reactive. Emergency responders must wear the
proper personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which they are responding.

SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE:
Calcium Chloride is toxic by ingestion and is a poison by intravenous,
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
intramuscular, intraperitoneal and subcutaneous routes. The effect of
SYSTEM
exposure, by route of exposure, are described below.
INHALATION: If dusts or particulates of this product are inhaled,
HEALTH 1
(BLUE)
symptoms of exposure may include breathing difficulty, irritation of the
mucus membranes, coughing, nasal congestion, sore throat, burning
sensation, pain in nasal cavities and nose bleeds. Damage to the
tissues of the respiratory system may also occur, especially after
prolonged exposures or exposures to high concentrations of this
FLAMMABILITY 0
(RED)
product. Cases of perforation of the nasal septum have been reported.
Severe inhalation over-exposures can lead to chemical pneumonitis,
pulmonary edema, and death.
CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: Contact with the eyes will cause
REACTIVITY (YELLOW) 1
mechanical irritation, pain, reddening, watering, or burns from heat of
hydrolysis, and tissue damage. Depending on the duration of skin
contact, skin overexposures may cause reddening, discomfort, severe
irritation, and or burns, especially if skin is moist. Repeated skin-
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT C/F
overexposures to low concentrations can result in dermatitis
(inflammation and reddening of the skin).
EYES HANDS BODY
RESPIRATORY
SKIN ABSORPTION: Calcium Chloride is not known to absorb
through intact skin.
See See
INGESTION: Ingestion is not anticipated to be a route of occupational
exposure for this product. If Calcium Chloride is ingested, irritation of Section 8 Section 8
the gastrointestinal tract can occur, or burns, due to the heat of
For routine industrial applications
hydrolysis. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset, nausea,
vomiting and abdominal pain. Ingestion can also result in slow
See Section 16 for Definition of Ratings
heartbeat, severe systemic acidosis and possible seizures.
INJECTION: Though not a likely route of occupational exposure for
this product, injection of this product (via punctures or lacerations in the skin) may cause local reddening, tissue swelling,
and discomfort. If a significant quantity has been accidentally injected, slowing of the heart rate, heart block, ventricular
fibrillation and sinus arrhythmia, can occur.
TARGET ORGANS: Acute: Eyes, skin, respiratory system, heart. Chronic: Skin.
HEALTH EFFECTS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: An Explanation in Lay Terms. Symptoms associated with
overexposure to this product are as follows:
ACUTE: Acute skin, eye, ingestion or inhalation exposure of low levels of Calcium Chloride can cause irritation. Exposure
to higher levels, by all routes and in the presence of moisture may result in severe irritation and/or burns and may result in
tissue damage. Ingestion overexposure may cause adverse effects on the heart.
CHRONIC: Chronic skin exposure to Calcium Chloride can cause dermatitis.

PART II What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
SKIN EXPOSURE: If Calcium Chloride contaminates the skin, immediately begin decontamination with running water.
Minimum flushing is for 15 minutes. Remove exposed or contaminated clothing, taking care not to contaminate eyes.
Victim must seek immediate medical attention.
EYE EXPOSURE: If Calcium Chloride enters the eyes, open victim's eyes while under gently running water. Use sufficient
force to open eyelids. Have victim "roll" eyes. Minimum flushing is for 15 minutes. Victim must seek immediate medical
attention.
INHALATION: If dusts or particulates of Calcium Chloride are inhaled, remove victim to fresh air. If necessary, use artificial
respiration to support vital functions. Remove or cover gross contamination to avoid exposure to rescuers.



CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (CaCl2) MSDS (Document # 001087) PAGE 2 OF 8
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES (Continued)
INHALATION: If dusts or particulates of Calcium Chloride are inhaled, remove victim to fresh air. If necessary, use artificial
respiration to support vital functions. Remove or cover gross contamination to avoid exposure to rescuers.
INGESTION: If Calcium Chloride is swallowed, CALL PHYSICIAN OR POISON CONTROL CENTER FOR MOST
CURRENT INFORMATION. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Have victim rinse mouth with water, if conscious. Never
induce vomiting or give diluents (milk or water) to someone who is unconscious, having convulsions, or unable to swallow.
Victims of chemical exposure must be taken for medical attention, if continuing adverse health effects occur. Rescuers
should be taken for medical attention if necessary. Take copy of label and MSDS to health professional with victim.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Respiratory conditions, skin conditions, or conditions involving
the Target Organs of this compound (see Section 3, Hazard Identification).
RECOMMENDATIONS TO PHYSICIANS: Emetics should be avoided. If ingested, administer by mouth, a neutralizer and
demulcent such as milk of magnesia. Bicarbonates or carbonates should not be used. If necessary, initiate intravenous
line with isotonic saline, KVO. Administer morphine 2 to 10 mg, IM or IV, or meperdine hydrochloride (Demerol, 50-100
mg:鈥? IM) for relief of pain. For eye contamination, apply a topical anesthetic, butacaine sulfate (2%) or tetracaine
hydrochloride (0.5%) to relieve eyelid spasm during irrigation.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: Not applicable. NFPA RATING
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS (in air by volume, %):
FLAMMABILITY
Lower (LEL): Not applicable.
Upper (UEL): Not applicable.
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MATERIALS: 0
Water Spray: YES (for cooling) Carbon Dioxide: YES
1
1
Halon: YES Foam: YES HEALTH REACTIVITY
Dry Chemical: YES Other: Any "B" Class.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Calcium Chloride is not
flammable. During a fire, irritating and toxic gases (e.g., hydrogen chloride)
may be generated. Calcium Chloride will react with water to generate
OTHER
significant heat. See Section 16 for
Explosion Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: Not sensitive. Definition of Ratings
Explosion Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Not sensitive.
SPECIAL FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Water should be used with care in response to a fire that involves this product
as it will react with water to produce significant heat. Cool fire-exposed containers of this compound to avoid rupture.
Incipient fire responders should wear eye protection. Structural firefighters must wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
and full protective equipment. If possible, prevent runoff water from entering storm drains, bodies of water, or other
environmentally sensitive areas.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
RELEASE RESPONSE: Uncontrolled releases should be responded to by trained personnel using pre-planned
procedures. Proper protective equipment should be used. In case of a spill, clear the affected area and protect people.
For small releases, clean-up spilled solid wearing gloves, goggles, and suitable body protection. Sweep-up or vacuum
spilled solid. The minimum Personal Protective Equipment recommended for response to non-incidental releases should
be Level B: triple-gloves (neoprene gloves and nitrile gloves over latex gloves), chemical resistant suit and boots,
hard-hat, and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus.
Monitor the area for dusts of Calcium Chloride and the level of oxygen. Monitoring must indicate that exposure levels are
below those provided in Section 2 (Composition and Information on Ingredients) and that oxygen levels are above 19.5%
before anyone is permitted in the area without Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. Sweep-up or vacuum spilled solid.
Decontaminate the area thoroughly. Place all spill residue in a suitable container. Dispose of in accordance with applicable
U.S. Federal, State, or local procedures, or appropriate Canadian standards (see Section 13, Disposal Considerations).




CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (CaCl2) MSDS (Document # 001087) PAGE 3 OF 8
PART III How can I prevent hazardous situations from occurring?
7. HANDLING and STORAGE
WORK AND HYGIENE PRACTICES: As with all chemicals, avoid getting this product ON YOU or IN YOU. Wash
thoroughly after handling this product. Do not eat, drink, smoke, or apply cosmetics while handling this product. Avoid
breathing dusts or particulates generated by this product. Use in a well-ventilated location. Wipe-down area routinely to
avoid the accumulation of dusts of this product. Remove contaminated clothing immediately.
STORAGE AND HANDLING PRACTICES: All employees who handle this material should be trained to handle it safely.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store containers in a cool, dry location, away from direct sunlight, or sources
of intense heat. Material should be stored in secondary containers or in a diked area, as appropriate. Store containers away
from incompatible chemicals (see Section 10, Stability and Reactivity). Storage areas should be made of corrosion resistant
materials. Post warning and 鈥淣O SMOKING鈥? signs in storage and use areas, as appropriate.
Empty containers may contain residual material and, empty containers should be handled with care. Never store food,
feed, or drinking water in containers which held this product.
PROTECTIVE PRACTICES DURING MAINTENANCE OF CONTAMINATED EQUIPMENT: Follow practices indicated in
Section 6 (Accidental Release Measures). Make certain that application equipment is locked and tagged-out safely, if
necessary. Collect all rinsates and dispose of according to applicable U.S. Federal, State, or local procedures and
appropriate Canadian standards.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS - PERSONAL PROTECTION
VENTILATION AND ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Use with adequate ventilation to ensure exposure levels are maintained
below the limits provided in Section 2 (Composition and Information on Ingredients), if applicable. Ensure eyewash/safety
shower stations are available near areas where this product is used.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Maintain airborne contaminant concentrations below exposure limits listed in Section 2
(Composition and Information on Ingredients), if applicable. If respiratory protection is needed, use only protection
authorized in the U.S. Federal OSHA Standard (29 CFR 1910.134), applicable U.S. State regulations, or the Canadian
CSA Standard Z94.4-93. Oxygen levels below 19.5% are considered IDLH by OSHA. In such atmospheres, use of a full-
facepiece pressure/demand SCBA or a full facepiece, supplied air respirator with auxiliary self-contained air supply is
required under OSHA鈥檚 Respiratory Protection Standard (1910.134-1998).
EYE PROTECTION: Splash goggles or safety glasses. A full face shield should be used when handling more than 10
pounds of material.
HAND PROTECTION: Use rubber, neoprene, or polyvinyl chloride gloves. Use triple gloves for spill response, as stated in
Section 6 (Accidental Release Measures) of this MSDS.
BODY PROTECTION: Use body protection appropriate for task. An apron, or other impermeable body protection is
suggested. Full-body chemical protective clothing is recommended for emergency response procedures.

9. PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
RELATIVE VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1): Not applicable. EVAPORATION RATE (nBuAc = 1): Not applicable.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water = 1): 2.152 FREEZING/MELTING POINT: 772掳C (1421.6掳F)
SOLUBILITY IN WATER @ 15掳C: 74.5 g/100 cc water BOILING POINT: 1670掳C (3038掳F)
VAPOR PRESSURE, mm Hg @ 24掳C: Not applicable. pH: 6.1-7.5 (aqueous solution)
ODOR THRESHOLD: Not applicable. MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 110.98
COEFFICIENT OF OIL/WATER DISTRIBUTION (PARTITION COEFFICIENT): Not determined.
APPEARANCE, ODOR AND COLOR: Calcium Chloride is a white to off-white, odorless solid.
HOW TO DETECT THIS SUBSTANCE (warning properties): The appearance may act as a distinguishing characteristic of
this product, if accidentally released.

10. STABILITY and REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable under normal conditions and temperatures. Calcium Chloride will absorb moisture readily from air to
form solution. Contact with water will cause an exothermic reaction.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None other than Hydrogen chloride, by thermal decomposition.




CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (CaCl2) MSDS (Document # 001087) PAGE 4 OF 8
10. STABILITY and REACTIVITY (Continued)
MATERIALS WITH WHICH SUBSTANCE IS INCOMPATIBLE: Calcium chloride will react exothermically with water.
Strong solutions of Calcium Chloride react with zinc (as in galvanized iron), releasing hydrogen gas. Calcium Chloride
catalyzes with exothermic polymerization with methyl vinyl ether. Calcium Chloride is incompatible with bromine trifluoride,
barium chloride, 2-furan percarboxylic acid. Calcium Chloride will attack aluminum, aluminum alloys and yellow brass.
Solutions of Calcium Chloride will corrode most metals.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Can occur if mixed with methyl vinyl ether.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid exposing this product to incompatible materials, excessive heat and moisture.

PART III How can I prevent hazardous situations from occurring?
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICITY DATA: The following toxicological data are available for Calcium Chloride.
TDLo (Intravenous-Woman) 20 mg/kg/1 hour- LD50 (Intravenous-Mouse) 42 mg/kg LDLo (Subcutaneous-Cat) 249 mg/kg
continuous: Skin and Appendages: TDLo (Oral-Rat) 2016 mg/kg/30 days- LDLo (Subcutaneous-Rabbit) 472 mg/kg
dermatitis, other (after systemic exposure); intermittent: Brain and Coverings: LDLo (Subcutaneous-Frog) 666 mg/kg
Nutritional and Gross Metabolic: changes recordings from specific areas of CNS; LDLo (Intraarterial-Guinea Pig) 300 mg/kg
in calcium Cardiac: pulse rate Blood: changes in TCLo (Inhalation-Species Unspecified) 43
3
LD50 (Oral-Rat) 1 gm/kg leukocyte (WBC) count mg/m /4 hours/17 weeks-intermittent:
LD50 (Oral-Mouse) 1940 mg/kg TDLo (Oral-Rat) 112 gm/kg/20 weeks- Blood: change in clotting factors, changes
LD50 (Intraperitoneal-Rat) 264 mg/kg continuous: Tumorigenic: equivocal in serum composition (e.g. TP, bilirubin,
LD50 (Intraperitoneal-Mouse) 210 mg/kg: tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria cholesterol); Biochemical: Enzyme
Behavioral: somnolence (general Endocrine: thyroid tumors inhibition, induction, or change in blood or
depressed activity), convulsions or effect LDLo (Oral-Rabbit) 1384 mg/kg tissue levels: catalyses
on seizure threshold, changes in motor LDLo (Intravenous-Dog) 274 mg/kg Sex chromosome loss and nondisjunction
activity (specific assay) LDLo (Intravenous-Rat) 161 mg/kg (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) 200 mmol/L
LD50 (Subcutaneous-Rat) 2630 mg/kg LDLo (Intravenous-Cat) 249 mg/kg Unscheduled DNA synthesis (Intraperitoneal-
Rat) 2500 碌mol/kg
LD50 (Subcutaneous-Mouse) 823 mg/kg LDLo (Intravenous-Rabbit) 274 mg/kg
LD50 (Intramuscular-Rat) 25 mg/kg LDLo (Intravenous-Guinea Pig) 150 mg/kg Cytogenetic analysis (Rat-Ascites tumor) 3500
LDLo (Subcutaneous-Dog) 274 mg/kg mg/kg

SUSPECTED CANCER AGENT: Calcium Chloride is not found on the following lists: FEDERAL OSHA Z LIST, NTP,
CAL/OSHA, and therefore is neither considered to be nor suspected to be a cancer-causing agent by these agencies.
IRRITANCY OF PRODUCT: This product is mildly to moderately irritating to contaminated skin, eyes and respiratory
system in solid form. Solutions of Calcium Chloride may be severely corrosive to contaminated tissue.
SENSITIZATION TO THE PRODUCT: Calcium Chloride is not know to be a sensitizer upon repeated or prolonged
contact.
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY INFORMATION: Listed below is information concerning the effects of Calcium Chloride on
the human reproductive system.
Mutagenicity: Calcium Chloride is not reported to produce mutagenic effects in humans. There are mutation data in
microorganisms and experimental test animals for Calcium Chloride.
Embryotoxicity: Calcium Chloride is not reported to produce embryotoxic effects in humans.
Teratogenicity: Calcium Chloride is not reported to cause teratogenic effects in humans.
Reproductive Toxicity: Calcium Chloride is not reported to cause adverse reproductive effects in humans.
A mutagen is a chemical which causes permanent changes to genetic material (DNA) such that the changes will propagate
through generational lines. An embryotoxin is a chemical which causes damage to a developing embryo (i.e. within the first
eight weeks of pregnancy in humans), but the damage does not propagate across generational lines. A teratogen is a
chemical which causes damage to a developing fetus, but the damage does not propagate across generational lines. A
reproductive toxin is any substance which interferes in any way with the reproductive process.
BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDICES: Currently, there are no Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) established for Calcium
Chloride.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ALL WORK PRACTICES MUST BE AIMED AT ELIMINATING ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION.
ENVIRONMENTAL STABILITY: Calcium Chloride is relatively stable in the environment. Calcium Chloride does not
biodegrade and will not bioaccumulate. Calcium Chloride will persist in a dissolved state indefinitely in an aquatic
environment.
EFFECT OF MATERIAL ON PLANTS or ANIMALS: Calcium Chloride may be harmful or fatal to contaminated plant and
animal-life (especially if large quantities are released). Refer to Section 11 (Toxicological Information) for additional
information on effects on animals.




CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (CaCl2) MSDS (Document # 001087) PAGE 5 OF 8
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION (Continued)
EFFECT OF CHEMICAL ON AQUATIC LIFE: Calcium Chloride can be harmful or fatal to contaminated aquatic plant and
animal life. The following aquatic toxicity data are available for Calcium Chloride:
TLm (bluegill) 24 hours = 8,400 mg/L Lethal (rock bass) 168 hours = 555 ppm (tap water)
TLm (marine fish) 48 hours = 2,400 mg/L LD50 (sunfish) 96 hours = 10,650
LC50 (Nitzschia linearia) 120 hours = 3,130 mg/L (static water)


13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
PREPARING WASTES FOR DISPOSAL: Waste disposal must be in accordance with appropriate Federal, State, and
local regulations. This product, if unaltered by use, may be disposed of by treatment at a permitted facility or as advised by
your local hazardous waste regulatory authority.
EPA WASTE NUMBER: Not applicable to wastes consisting only of Calcium Chloride. Waste solutions of Calcium
Chloride may be corrosive and should be tested to determine if they meet definition of D002 (Characteristic/Corrosivity).

14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
THIS MATERIAL IS NOT HAZARDOUS (Per 49 CFR 172.101) BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not applicable.
HAZARD CLASS NUMBER and DESCRIPTION: Not applicable.
UN IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: Not applicable.
PACKING GROUP: Not applicable
DOT LABEL(S) REQUIRED: Not applicable.
NORTH AMERICAN EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK NUMBER, 1996: Not applicable.
MARINE POLLUTANT: Calcium Chloride is not designated by the Department of Transportation to be a Marine Pollutant
(49 CFR 172.101, Appendix B).
TRANSPORT CANADA TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS REGULATIONS: THIS MATERIAL IS NOT
CONSIDERED AS DANGEROUS GOODS.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL UNITED STATES REGULATIONS:
U.S. SARA REPORTING REQUIREMENTS: Calcium Chloride is not subject to the reporting requirements of Sections
302, 304 and 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act.
U.S. SARA THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY: There are no specific Threshold Planning Quantities for Calcium
Chloride. The default Federal MSDS submission and inventory requirement filing threshold of 10,000 lb (4,540 kg) may
apply, per 40 CFR 370.20.
U.S. TSCA INVENTORY STATUS: Calcium Chloride is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
U.S. CERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ): Not applicable.
OTHER U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS: Not applicable.
U.S. STATE REGULATORY INFORMATION: Calcium Chloride is not covered under specific State regulations, as
denoted below:
Alaska - Designated Toxic and Hazardous Michigan - Critical; Materials Register: No. Pennsylvania - Hazardous Substance List:
No.
Substances: No. Minnesota - List of Hazardous Substances:
No. Rhode Island - Hazardous Substance List:
California - Permissible Exposure Limits
No.
Missouri - Employer Information/Toxic
for Chemical Contaminants: No.
Texas - Hazardous Substance List: No.
Substance List: No.
Florida - Substance List: No.
West Virginia - Hazardous Substance List:
New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous
Illinois - Toxic Substance List: No.
No.
Substance List: No.
Kansas - Section 302/313: No.
Wisconsin - Toxic and Hazardous
North Dakota - List of Hazardous
Massachusetts - Substance List: No.
Substances: No.
Chemicals, Reportable Quantities: No.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: Calcium Chloride is not on the California Proposition 65 Lists.
LABELING (Precautionary Statements): CAUTION! MAY BE IRRITATING TO EYES, SKIN AND RESPIRATORY
SYSTEM. HARMFUL IF INHALED. HARMFUL OR FATAL IF INGESTED. Do not taste or swallow. Do not get on skin or
in eyes. Avoid breathing dusts or particulates. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash
thoroughly after handling. Wear gloves, goggles, faceshields, suitable body protection, and NIOSH/MSHA-approved
respiratory protection, as appropriate. FIRST-AID: In case of contact, immediately flush skin or eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If ingested, do not
induce vomiting. Get medical attention. IN CASE OF FIRE: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2, or 鈥渁lcohol鈥? foam. IN
CASE OF SPILL: Sweep-up or vacuum spilled solid. Place residue in suitable container. Consult Material Safety Data
Sheet for additional information.




CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (CaCl2) MSDS (Document # 001087) PAGE 6 OF 8
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (Continued)
CANADIAN. REGULATIONS:
CANADIAN DSL/NDSL INVENTORY STATUS: Calcium Chloride is listed on the DSL Inventory.
OTHER CANADIAN REGULATIONS: Not applicable.
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA) PRIORITIES SUBSTANCES LISTS: Calcium Chloride is not
on the CEPA Priorities Substances Lists, as follows:
CANADIAN WHMIS SYMBOL: Class D2B: Other Toxic Effects




16. OTHER INFORMATION
PREPARED BY: CHEMICAL SAFETY ASSOCIATES, Inc.
9163 Chesapeake Drive, San Diego, CA 92123-1002
619/565-0302

The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate. However, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the
accuracy of these data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. Airgas, Inc. assumes no responsibility for injury to the vendee or
third persons proximately caused by the material if reasonable safety procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet.
Additionally, Airgas, Inc. assumes no responsibility for injury to vendee or third persons proximately caused by abnormal use of the material
even if reasonable safety procedures are followed. Furthermore, vendee assumes the risk in his use of the material.




CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (CaCl2) MSDS (Document # 001087) PAGE 7 OF 8
DEFINITIONS OF TERMS
A large number of abbreviations and acronyms appear on a MSDS. Some of these which are commonly used include the following:
CAS #: This is the Chemical Abstract Service Number which uniquely FLAMMABILITY LIMITS IN AIR:
identifies each compound. Much of the information related to fire and explosion is derived from the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Flash Point - Minimum
EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR:
temperature at which a liquid gives off sufficient vapors to form an
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists,
ignitable mixture with air. Autoignition Temperature: The minimum
a professional association which establishes exposure limits.
temperature required to initiate combustion in air with no other source
TLV - Threshold Limit Value - an airborne concentration of a
of ignition. LEL - the lowest percent of vapor in air, by volume, that will
substance which represents conditions under which it is generally
explode or ignite in the presence of an ignition source. UEL - the
believed that nearly all workers may be repeatedly exposed without
highest percent of vapor in air, by volume, that will explode or ignite in
adverse effect. The duration must be considered, including the 8-hour
the presence of an ignition source.
Time Weighted Average (TWA), the 15-minute Short Term Exposure
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Limit, and the instantaneous Ceiling Level. Skin absorption effects
Possible health hazards as derived from human data, animal studies,
must also be considered.
or from the results of studies with similar compounds are presented.
OSHA - U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Definitions of some terms used in this section are: LD50 - Lethal Dose
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit - This exposure value means
(solids & liquids) which kills 50% of the exposed animals; LC50 - Lethal
exactly the same as a TLV, except that it is enforceable by OSHA.. The
Concentration (gases) which kills 50% of the exposed animals; ppm
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits are based in the 1989 PELs and
concentration expressed in parts of material per million parts of air or
the June, 1993 Air Contaminants Rule (Federal Register: 58: 35338- 3
water; mg/m concentration expressed in weight of substance per
35351 and 58: 40191). Both the current PELs and the vacated PELs
volume of air; mg/kg quantity of material, by weight, administered to a
are indicated. The phrase, 鈥淰acated 1989 PEL,鈥? is placed next to the
test subject, based on their body weight in kg. Data from several
PEL which was vacated by Court Order.
sources are used to evaluate the cancer-causing potential of the
IDLH - Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health - This level
material. The sources are: IARC - the International Agency for
represents a concentration from which one can escape within 30-
Research on Cancer; NTP - the National Toxicology Program, RTECS
minutes without suffering escape-preventing or permanent injury. The
- the Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, OSHA and
DFG - MAK is the Republic of Germany鈥檚 Maximum Exposure Level,
CAL/OSHA. IARC and NTP rate chemicals on a scale of decreasing
similar to the U.S. PEL. NIOSH is the National Institute of Occupational
potential to cause human cancer with rankings from 1 to 4.
Safety and Health, which is the research arm of the U.S. Occupational
Subrankings (2A, 2B, etc.) are also used. Other measures of toxicity
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). NIOSH issues exposure
include TDLo, the lowest dose to cause a symptom and TCLo the
guidelines called Recommended Exposure Levels (RELs). When no
lowest concentration to cause a symptom; TDo, LDLo, and LDo, or
exposure guidelines are established, an entry of NE is made for
TC, TCo, LCLo, and LCo, the lowest dose (or concentration) to cause
reference.
death. BEI - Biological Exposure Indices, represent the levels of
HAZARD RATINGS:
determinants which are most likely to be observed in specimens
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM: Health
collected from a healthy worker who has been exposed to chemicals to
Hazard: 0 (minimal acute or chronic exposure hazard); 1 (slight acute
the same extent as a worker with inhalation exposure to the TLV.
or chronic exposure hazard); 2 (moderate acute or significant chronic
REGULATORY INFORMATION:
exposure hazard); 3 (severe acute exposure hazard; onetime over-
This section explains the impact of various laws and regulations on the
exposure can result in permanent injury and may be fatal); 4 (extreme
material. EPA is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. WHMIS is
acute exposure hazard; onetime over-exposure can be fatal).
the Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.
Flammability Hazard: 0 (minimal hazard); 1 (materials that require
DOT and TC are the U.S. Department of Transportation and the
substantial pre-heating before burning); 2 (combustible liquid or solids;
Transport Canada, respectively. Superfund Amendments and
liquids with a flash point of 38-93掳C [100-200掳F]); 3 (Class IB and IC
Reauthorization Act (SARA); the Canadian Domestic Substances
flammable liquids with flash points below 38掳C [100掳F]); 4 (Class IA
List (DSL); the U.S. Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA); Marine
flammable liquids with flash points below 23掳C [73掳F] and boiling points
Pollutant status according to the DOT; California's Safe Drinking Water
below 38掳C [100掳F]). Reactivity Hazard: 0 (normally stable); 1
Act (Proposition 65); the Comprehensive Environmental Response,
(material that can become unstable at elevated temperatures or which
Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA or Superfund); and
can react slightly with water); 2 (materials that are unstable but do not
various state regulations. This section also includes information on the
detonate or which can react violently with water); 3 (materials that can
precautionary warnings which appear on the materials package label.
detonate when initiated or which can react explosively with water); 4
(materials that can detonate at normal temperatures or pressures).
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION: Health Hazard: 0
(material that on exposure under fire conditions would offer no hazard
beyond that of ordinary combustible materials); 1 (materials that on
exposure under fire conditions could cause irritation or minor residual
injury); 2 (materials that on intense or continued exposure under fire
conditions could cause temporary incapacitation or possible residual
injury); 3 (materials that can on short exposure could cause serious
temporary or residual injury); 4 (materials that under very short
exposure could cause death or major residual injury). Flammability
Hazard and Reactivity Hazard: Refer to definitions for 鈥淗azardous
Materials Identification System鈥?.




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