EMS CATALOG NO: 12340
EMS PRODUCT: Calcium Chloride
DATE: 09/23/2002
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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Calcium Chloride Hexahydrate, Crystallized
PRODUCT NAME:
CAS NUMBER: 10035-04-8
FORMULA: CACL2.2* H20
EC NO: 233-140-8
SYNONYMS: Calcium Dichloride Dihydrate * Cal Plus *
Replenisher (Calcium) *
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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LABEL PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS:
Harmful. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes,
respiratory system and skin. In case of contact with eyes,
rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice. Wear suitable protective clothing.
FIRST-AID MEASURES
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious
amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. In case of
contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copius amounts
of water. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not
breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. If swallowed, wash out mouth with
water provided person is conscious. Call a physician. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Non-combustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate to
surrounding fire conditions.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSIONS HAZARDS:
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots and
heavy rubber gloves. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for
waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash
spill site after material pickup is complete.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calcium chloride is attacked by Bromine Trifluoride.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Wear appropriate niosh/msha-approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety gog-
gles, other protective clothing. Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust re-
quired. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid pro-
longed or repeated exposure. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep tightly closed.
Store in a cool dry place.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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INCOMPATIBILITIES:
Strong acids.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION OR DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hydrogen chloride gas.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ACUTE EFFECTS:
Harmful if swallowed. May be harmful if inhaled. May be harmful
if absorbed through the skin. Causes eye and skin irritation.
Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory
tract. To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
RTECS #: EV9810000
Calcium chloride, dihydrate.
TOXICITY DATA:
IPR-MUS LD50: 20500 mg/kg CYLPDN 4,110,83
Only selected registry of toxic effects of chemical substances
(RTECS) data is presented here. See actual entry in rtecs for
complete information.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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DATA YET NOT AVAILABLE.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Observe all federal, state and local
environmental regulations.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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EUROPEAN INFORMATION:
Harmful (R22). Harmful if swallowed. (R 36/37/38) Irritating to
eyes, respiratory system and skin. (S 26) In case of contact with
eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice. (S 36) Wear suitable protective clothing.
REVIEWS, STANDARDS, AND REGULATIONS:
OEL=MAK
NOES 1983: HZD X3586; NIS 12; TNF 1290; NOS 23; TNE 19024; TFE
10290
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