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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
CALCIUM STEARATE
SYNONYMS
C36-H70-CaO4, C36-H70-O4.Ca, Ca(C18-H35-02)2, "stearic acid, calcium salt",
"calcium distearate",
PRODUCT USE
For waterproofing fabrics, cement, stucco, explosives; as a releasing agent for
plastic moulding powders; as a stabilizer for polyvinyl chloride resins;
lubricant; in pencils and wax crayons; as a flatting agent in paints. Food grade
calcium stearate, derived from edible tallow, is used as a conditioning agent in
certain food and pharmaceutical products.
SUPPLIER
Company: Quantum Chemicals Pty Ltd
Address:
70 Quantum Close
Quantum Industrial Park
Dandenong South VIC 3175
Australia
Telephone: 1300 782 688
Emergency Tel: 1300 131 001
Fax: 1300 782 699
HAZARD RATINGS
Flammability
Toxicity
Body Contact
Reactivity
Chronic
SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4
Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to
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Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
the Criteria of NOHSC, and the ADG Code.
POISONS SCHEDULE
None
RISK
None under normal operating conditions.
SAFETY
Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
calcium stearate 1592-23-0 > 90
insoluble ash (as calcium oxide) 9-10
Commercial preparations also contain some
palmitate.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED
鈥? If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
鈥? If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down
position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
鈥? Observe the patient carefully.
鈥? Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced
awareness; i.e. becoming unconscious.
鈥? Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as
casualty can comfortably drink.
鈥? Seek medical advice.
EYE
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
鈥? Wash out immediately with fresh running water.
鈥? Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from
eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
鈥? If pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.
鈥? Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by
skilled personnel.
SKIN
If skin or hair contact occurs:
鈥? Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
鈥? Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
INHALED
鈥? If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
鈥? Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
鈥? Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed,
where possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.
鈥? Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve
resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if
necessary.
鈥? Transport to hospital, or doctor.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
Treat symptomatically.
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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
鈥? Water spray or fog.
鈥? Foam.
鈥? Dry chemical powder.
鈥? BCF (where regulations permit).
鈥? Carbon dioxide.
FIRE FIGHTING
鈥? Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
鈥? Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
鈥? Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water
courses.
鈥? Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.
鈥? DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
鈥? Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
鈥? If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
鈥? Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
Combustible solid.
Slight fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
On combustion, emits toxic fumes of.
carbon monoxide (CO) and calcium oxide.
Avoid creating dust - may present dust explosion hazard. Dry dust can be
electrostatically charged by turbulence, pneumatic transport, pouring, in
exhaust ducts and during transport. Build-up of electrostatic charge may be
prevented by grounding.
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid contamination with strong oxidising agents as ignition may result.
HAZCHEM
None
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
MINOR SPILLS
Clean up all spills immediately.
Wear impervious gloves and safety glasses.
Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust.
Place in suitable containers for disposal.
MAJOR SPILLS
Remove all ignition sources.
鈥? Clear area of personnel and move upwind.
鈥? Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
鈥? Control personal contact by using protective equipment and dust respirator.
鈥? Prevent spillage from entering drains, sewers or water courses.
鈥? Recover product wherever possible. Avoid generating dust.
鈥? Sweep / shovel up.
鈥? If required, wet with water to prevent dusting.
鈥? Put residues in labelled plastic bags or other containers for disposal.
鈥? Wash area down with large quantity of water and prevent runoff into drains.
鈥? If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SAFE STORAGE WITH OTHER CLASSIFIED CHEMICALS
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+ + + + + +
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+: May be stored together
O: May be stored together with specific preventions
X: Must not be stored together
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
Remove all ignition sources.
鈥? Limit all unnecessary personal contact.
鈥? Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
鈥? Use in a well-ventilated area.
鈥? Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
鈥? When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
鈥? Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
鈥? Avoid physical damage to containers.
鈥? Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
鈥? Work clothes should be laundered separately.
鈥? Use good occupational work practice.
鈥? Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
鈥? Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards
to ensure safe working conditions are maintained.
SUITABLE CONTAINER
Multi ply paper bag with sealed plastic liner or heavy gauge plastic bag
NOTE: Bags should be stacked, blocked, interlocked, and limited in height so
that they are stable and secure against sliding or collapse. Check that all
containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks. Packing as recommended by
manufacturer.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid storage with oxidisers.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
鈥? Keep dry.
鈥? Store under cover.
鈥? Store in a well ventilated area.
鈥? Store away from sources of heat or ignition.
鈥? Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Source Material TWA TWA STEL STEL Peak Peak
ppm mg/m鲁 ppm m5/m鲁 ppm mg/m鲁
_________________________ ________________ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
Australia Exposure calcium stearate 10
Standards
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Source Material TWA TWA STEL STEL Peak Peak
ppm mg/m鲁 ppm m5/m鲁 ppm mg/m鲁
_________________________ ________________ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
The following materials had no OELs on our record under the following CAS or Chemwatch (CW) numbers
calcium stearate: No data available for CAS:1592-23-0 CAS:68424-16-8
The stearates have a low order of acute and chronic toxicity. Intratracheal
administration of relatively large doses in rats produce varying degrees of
pulmonary damage. Acute, gross inhalation exposure has been associated with
clinical pneumonitis. A case of "pneumoconiosis with probable heart failure" has
been reported in a rubber worker occupationally exposed to zinc stearate dust
for 29 years. Several cases of infants developing respiratory distress and in
some instances, acute fatal pneumonitis on aspiration of zinc stearate powder,
have been reported.
EXPOSURE STANDARDS FOR MIXTURE
"Worst Case" computer-aided prediction of spray/ mist or fume/ dust components
and concentration:
Composite Exposure Standard for Mixture (TWA) :10 mg/m鲁.
Operations which produce a spray/mist or fume/dust, introduce particulates to
the breathing zone.
If the breathing zone concentration of ANY of the components listed below is
exceeded, "Worst Case" considerations deem the individual to be overexposed.
Component Breathing Zone ppm Breathing Zone mg/m鲁 Mixture Conc (%).
Component Breathing Zone Mixture Conc
(mg/m鲁) (%)
calcium stearate 10.0000 100.0
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
鈥? Safety glasses.
鈥? Chemical goggles.
鈥? Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and
concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens
or restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This
should include a review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of
chemicals in use and an account of injury experience. Medical and first-aid
personnel should be trained in their removal and suitable equipment should be
readily available. In the event of chemical exposure, begin eye irrigation
immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens should be
removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be removed
in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC
NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].
HANDS/FEET
No special equipment needed when handling small quantities.
OTHERWISE: Wear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC.
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
OTHER
鈥? Overalls.
鈥? Eyewash unit.
RESPIRATOR
Protection Factor Half-Face Full-Face Powered Air
Respirator Respirator Respirator
10 x ES P1 Air-line* -- PAPR-P1 -
50 x ES Air-line** P2 PAPR-P2
100 x ES - P3 -
Air-line* -
100+ x ES - Air-line** PAPR-P3
* - Negative pressure demand ** - Continuous flow.
The local concentration of material, quantity and
conditions of use determine the type of personal
protective equipment required.
For further information consult site specific
CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
If exposure to workplace dust is not controlled, respiratory protection is
required; wear SAA approved dust respirator.
Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
White, fluffy, fine powder or granules with a slight fatty acid odour.
Practically insoluble in water, ether, chloroform, acetone, cold alcohol.
Slightly soluble in hot alcohol, in hot vegetable and mineral oils;
quite soluble in hot pyridine.
Decomposed by many acids and alkalis.
Bulk density: 0.23 - 0.32 g/cm3
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Solid.
Does not mix with water.
Sinks in water.
Molecular Weight: 607.00 Boiling Range (掳C): Not available
Melting Range (掳C): 135-160 Specific Gravity (water=1): 1.03
Solubility in water (g/L): Immiscible pH (as supplied): Not applicable
pH (1% solution): Not applicable Vapour Pressure (kPa): Negligible
Volatile Component (%vol): < 4 (water) Evaporation Rate: Not available
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): Not applicable Flash Point (掳C): >250
Lower Explosive Limit (%): 0.002 (dust) Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not available
Autoignition Temp (掳C): 400 dust cloud Decomposition Temp (掳C): Not available
State: Divided solid Viscosity: Not Applicable
Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
Presence of incompatible materials.
Stable under normal storage conditions.
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Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
The material is discomforting to the gastro-intestinal tract Considered an
unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments.
EYE
The material may be mildly discomforting to the eyes.
SKIN
The material may be slightly discomforting to the skin.
if exposure is prolonged.
INHALED
Not normally a hazard due to non-volatile nature of product.
The dust may be discomforting to the upper respiratory tract.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Primary route of exposure is usually by skin contact. As with any chemical
product, contact with unprotected bare skin; inhalation of vapour, mist or dust
in work place atmosphere; or ingestion in any form, should be avoided by
observing good occupational work practice.
TOXICITY AND IRRITATION
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects
of Chemical Substances
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
鈥? Recycle wherever possible or consult manufacturer for recycling options.
鈥? Consult State Land Waste Authority for disposal.
鈥? Bury or incinerate residue at an approved site.
鈥? Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
HAZCHEM
None
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS:UN,IATA,IMDG
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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
POISONS SCHEDULE
None
REGULATIONS
calcium stearate (CAS: 1592-23-0) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
No data available for calcium stearate as CAS: 68424-16-8.
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
Ingredients with multiple CAS Numbers
Ingredient Name CAS
calcium stearate 1592-23-0, 68424-16-8
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