MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC Australia.
l IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Calcium Chloride Flake/ Granular
Other Names: None.
Product Code: None.
UN No: None Hazchem Code: None
Dangerous Goods Class: None allocated.
Sub Risk Class: No Subsidiary Risk.
Packaging Group: None
Poison Schedule: Not Scheduled
Product Type: Inorganic solid
Chemical Family: Calcium salt (Anhydrous)
Uses: Desiccating agent; chemical intermediate.
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Physical appearance & Properties:
Appearance & Odour: White flaked solid. No odour. Very deliquescent.
Melting/softening point: 772掳C
Boiling point and vapour pressure: No data.
Volatile materials: Nil
Flashpoint: Does not burn.
Specific gravity: 2.15
Solubility in water: Very soluble.
Corrosiveness: Not corrosive.
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Ingredients: Worksafe Exposure Limits
Chemical entity CAS No Proportion TWA STEL
3 3
% mg/m mg/m
Calcium Chloride 10043-52-4 78 not set not set
This is a commercial product, and the exact ratio of components may vary. Trace quantities of impurities are also likely.
The impurities that make up the extra 26% of the product are unknown.
II HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Health Effects:
No specific data is available for the product for chronic exposure symptoms. The ingredients are not listed as
carcinogenic in Worksafe鈥檚 document 鈥淓xposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational
Environment鈥? (May 1995).
Acute Effects:
Both calcium and chloride are required for the maintenance of a healthy body and are thus not of themselves problems
in moderate quantities. However, the anhydrous product may act as a dehydrating agent, and most problems are
associated with this property.
Swallowed: Data suggests that the product should be considered as harmful by ingestion.
Eye: Data suggests that this product should be classified as a moderate eye irritant. However, permanent eye damage
should not be expected.
Skin: Data suggests that product presents medium hazard via skin contact.
Inhalation: Inhalation may cause irritation of the nose and throat and cause coughing and chest discomfort.
Primary route of exposure is inhalation and skin and eye contact.
Oral LD50 (rat) approx 1000mg/kg
First Aid:
Swallowed: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Give a glass of water to drink. Contact a
doctor or the Poisons Information Centre if symptoms of poisoning develop.
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Eye: If this product comes into contact with eyes, hold eyes open and wash continuously for 15 minutes with running
water. Ensure irrigation under eyelids by occasionally lifting eyelids. Do not attempt to remove contact lenses unless
trained. Transport to hospital or doctor immediately.
Skin: If this product comes into contact with skin, wash skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and
footware. Ensure contaminated clothing is thoroughly washed before using again. Transport to hospital or doctor
immediately if irritation develops.
Inhalation: If fumes or combustion products are inhaled, remove to fresh air. Lay victim down & keep warm and rested.
If breathing is shallow, or has stopped, ensure clear airway and apply resuscitation or oxygen if available. Transport to
hospital or doctor immediately.
Eye wash stations or baths and deluge showers should be available where product is being used.
Advice to doctor: Treat symptomatically. Note the nature of this product.
III PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Risk Phrases are: R22, R36. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes.
Exposure Standards:
A time weighted average (TWA) concentration for an 8 hour day, and 5 day week has not been 3established by
Worksafe Australia for any of the ingredients in this product. There is a blanket limit of 10mg/m for dusts or mists
when limits have not otherwise been established. The nature of this product makes it unlikely that this level will be
approached in normal use. See ingredients section on page 1 of this data sheet.
Engineering Controls:
Ventilation must be adequate to ensure that the working environment is below the TWA value. Otherwise, use
respiratory protection. Some materials should only be used when respiratory protection is being worn. For information
on respiratory protection, consult AS1716. See below for further information.
Personal Protection:
Respiratory Protection: A face mask or respirator may be used when the product is being used in dusty or confined
areas. Otherwise it is usually safe to not use respiratory protection. However, there may be other circumstances where
use of a mask or other device is preferred. Use judgement. For help in selecting suitable equipment consult AS/NZS
1715.
Protective Gloves: Rubber, PVC or other protective gloves are not necessary but are desirable, especially if product is
being used frequently or for lengthy periods. For help in selecting suitable gloves consult AS 2161.
Eye Protection: Eye protective measures are not normally necessary, but are suggested when using this product.
Consult AS 1336 and AS/NZS 1337 for information about eye protection.
Clothing: Clean overalls should be worn, preferably with an apron. Consult AS 2919 for advice on Industrial Clothing.
Safety Boots: Wearing safety boots would be advisory. Consult AS/NZS 2210 for advice on Occupational Protective
Footwear.
Flammability Limits: Does not burn.
Always wash hands before smoking, eating, drinking or using the toilet. Wash contaminated clothing and other
protective equipment before storing or re-using.
lV SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Safety Phrases are: S22, S24. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin.
Storage & Transport:
No special requirements. This product does not have a UN classification. The material is hygroscopic, ie absorbs water
from the air. Consequently, containers should be kept closed in order to minimise contamination. Keep from extreme
heat and open flames, and make sure the material does not come into contact with water or acids.
Spills and disposals:
In event of a major spill, clear area of personnel. Alert fire brigade and advise of nature & location of spill. Wear
protective clothing. Prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill.
Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage. Recycle
containers wherever possible. After spills, wash area, preventing runoff from entering drains. This material may be
suitable for approved incineration or landfill. Dispose of only in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
Launder all contaminated clothing before re-use.
Fire/Explosion Hazard:
There is no explosion hazard from this material under normal circumstances.
Flashpoint: Does not burn.
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam.
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Special Fire fighting procedures: None.
Unusual fire & Explosion hazards: None.
Stability: Stable.
Polymerisation: Will not polymerise.
Decomposition Products: Calcium oxide, chlorinated materials. Note however that decomposition only takes place at
very high temperatures.
Materials to avoid: Strong acids, strong alkalis, strong oxidising agents.
V OTHER INFORMATION
This MSDS is prepared in accord with the Worksafe Australia document 鈥淣ational Code of Practice for the Preparation
of Material Safety Data Sheets鈥?, 1994.
Contact Points: AUSTRALIA
Police and Fire Brigade: Dial 000
If ineffective: Dial 1100 (Exchange)
National Poisons Information Centre: Dial 13 1126 (from anywhere in Australia)
THIS MSDS SUMMARISES OUR BEST KNOWLEDGE OF THE HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARD INFORMATION OF THE
PRODUCT AND HOW TO SAFELY HANDLE AND USE THE PRODUCT IN THE WORKPLACE. EACH USER SHOULD READ
THIS MSDS AND CONSIDER THE INFORMATION IN THE CONTEXT OF HOW THE PRODUCT WILL BE HANDLED AND USED
IN THE WORKPLACE INCLUDING IN CONJUNCTION WITH OTHER PRODUCTS. IF CLARIFICATION OR FURTHER
INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO ENSURE THAT AN APPROPRIATE RISK ASSESSMENT CAN BE MADE, THE USER SHOULD
CONTACT THIS COMPANY. THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR PRODUCTS SOLD IS SUBJECT TO OUR STANDARD TERMS AND
CONDITIONS, A COPY OF WHICH IS SENT TO OUR CUSTOMERS AND IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
Please read all labels carefully before using product.
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