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Calcium arsenate

CAS 7778-44-1
EC 231-904-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Calcium arsenate
Product Code
39219

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7778-44-1 Check regulations →
EC Number
231-904-5 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H301
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H331
Carc. Cat. 1A H350

GHS Pictograms

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H301 + H331 Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled.
H350 May cause cancer.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/...
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Calcium arsenate EC: 231-904-5 7778-44-1 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

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

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

Medical Treatment

No further relevant information available.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Product is not flammable. Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Calcium oxide, Arsenic oxides (AS2Ox)

Firefighter Protection

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

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

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

Cleanup methods

Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to section 13.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Open and handle container with care.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight.

Fire prevention

The product is not flammable.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

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

Hands

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.

Eyes

Safety glasses.

Respiratory

Use self-contained respiratory protective device in emergency situations. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with type P100 (USA) or P3 (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.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Physical State
Powder
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Bulk Density
---
Cloud Point
---
Solubility
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Flammability
Not determined.
Density
3.62 g/cm³ (30.209 lbs/gal)
Appearance
---
Softening Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Molecular Weight
---
Ph
Not applicable.
Solubility In Water
Insoluble
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Explosive Limits
---
Voc Content
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Melting Point
Not determined
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Physical State Data
solid
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Odor
Odorless
Colour
White
Form
Powder
Relative Density
Not determined.
Flash Point
Not applicable
Solidification Point
---
Boiling Point
Not determined
Solubility In Fat
---
Properties Status
---
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Colour Intensity
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Freezing Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

No information known.

Decomposition

Calcium oxide, Arsenic oxides (As2Ox)

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

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

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN1573
Shipping Name
Calcium arsenate
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
II
IMDG

Warning: Toxic substances

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Calcium arsenate?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Calcium arsenate?

Calcium arsenate is a powder with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Calcium arsenate used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Calcium arsenate?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H301 + H331: Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled.
  • H350: May cause cancer.

What is the melting point of Calcium arsenate?

The melting point is Not determined and the boiling point is Not determined.