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Calcium carbonate

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Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Calcium carbonate
Product Code
10679

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

Uses Information

Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development

Overview

Calcium carbonate commonly used su24 scientific research and development.

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

N/A

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

Precautionary Statements

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. company logo - Safety Data Sheet supplier organization

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

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30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

๐ŸŒ

US

๐Ÿ“ž

800-343-0660

๐Ÿ“ 

800-322-4757

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

Emergency Contact

๐Ÿ“ž

800-343-0660

๐Ÿ•’

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

๐Ÿ’ก

After normal business hours, call Carechem

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Product Type

substance

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

๐Ÿซ Inhalation Exposure

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Skin Contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.

๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Eye Contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Ingestion/Swallowing

Seek medical treatment.

Fire Fighting Measures & Emergency Response

Fire suppression methods, extinguishing media, and firefighting safety procedures

โœ… Suitable Extinguishing Media

Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.

โš ๏ธ Specific Fire Hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Calcium oxide.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Firefighter Protection Equipment

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

Accidental Release Measures & Spill Response

Emergency spill cleanup procedures, containment methods, and environmental protection

๐Ÿšจ Emergency Procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation.

๐ŸŒ Environmental Precautions

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

๐Ÿงช Physical State
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Physical State Data
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Appearance
Not available
๐ŸŽจ Colour
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Colour Intensity
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Form
Powder
๐Ÿ‘ƒ Odor
Odorless
๐Ÿ“Š Odor Threshold
Not determined.
๐Ÿงช Ph
Not applicable.
๐ŸงŠ Melting Point
800 ยฐโ„ƒ (1472 ยฐF) (dec)
Critical Property
๐Ÿ’จ Boiling Point
Not determined
Critical Property
๐Ÿ”ฅ Flash Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Freezing Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Softening Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Solidification Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Cloud Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Crystallisation Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
๐Ÿ’จ Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
๐Ÿ’จ Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
๐Ÿ“Š Vapor Density
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Relative Density
2.93 g/cm3 (24.451 lbs/gal)
๐Ÿ“Š Bulk Density
Not available
โš–๏ธ Density
2.93 g/cm3 (24.451 lbs/gal)
Critical Property
๐Ÿ”ฅ Flammability
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
๐Ÿ“Š Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
๐Ÿ“Š Explosive Limits
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
๐Ÿ“Š Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
๐Ÿ’ง Solubility
Insoluble
๐Ÿ“Š Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Solubility In Water
Insoluble
๐Ÿ“Š Solubility In Fat
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Molecular Weight
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Voc Content
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Metal Corrosion
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Dynamic Viscosity
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Kinematic Viscosity
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Properties Status
Not available

Safe Handling & Storage Procedures

Industrial handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace safety requirements

โš ๏ธ Handling Precautions

โ€ข Keep container tightly sealed.

โ€ข Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

๐Ÿช Storage Conditions

โ€ข Keep container tightly sealed.

โ€ข Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

๐Ÿ”ฅ Fire Prevention Measures

The product is not flammable.

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

๐Ÿญ Engineering Controls

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

๐Ÿงค Hand Protection

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined

๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Eye Protection

Safety glasses with side shields / NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU)

๐Ÿ˜ท Respiratory Protection

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Use suitable respiratory protective device in case of insufficient ventilation. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with type N95 (USA) or PE (EN 143) cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards.

๐Ÿฆบ Skin/Body Protection

Protective work clothing.

Chemical Stability & Reactivity Data

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials information

โœ… Chemical Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

โš—๏ธ Reactivity

No information known.

โš ๏ธ Hazardous Reactions

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

๐Ÿšซ Conditions to Avoid

No further relevant information available.

๐Ÿงช Incompatible Materials

Acids, Fluorine, Oxidizing agents

๐Ÿ’จ Hazardous Decomposition Products

Calcium oxide, Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

Ecological Information & Environmental Impact

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, bioaccumulation, and ecological effects data

๐ŸŒฑ Toxicity

Aquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Persistence and degradability

No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Bioaccumulative potential

No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Mobility in soil

No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT: Not applicable. vPvB: Not applicable.

๐ŸŒฑ Endocrine disrupting properties

No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Other adverse effects

No further relevant information available.

Waste Disposal & Treatment Methods

Waste disposal procedures, treatment methods, and regulatory compliance requirements

โ™ป๏ธ Waste Treatment Methods

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

Transportation & Shipping Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements

๐Ÿ“ฆ Proper Shipping Name

Not applicable

โš ๏ธ Transport Hazard Class

Not applicable

๐Ÿ“‹ Packing Group

Not applicable

Regulatory Information & Compliance

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and regulatory compliance status

๐Ÿ“‹ Regulatory Summary

All components of this product are listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances Control Act Chemical substance Inventory. All components of this product are listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL).

โŒ Chemical Safety Assessment

No chemical safety assessment has been performed for this substance.

โ„น๏ธ Additional Regulatory Information

For use only by technically qualified individuals.

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What is the solubility of Calcium carbonate?

Insoluble

What is Calcium carbonate used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What is the melting point of Calcium carbonate?

The melting point is 800 ยฐโ„ƒ (1472 ยฐF) (dec) and the boiling point is Not determined.