Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Calcium cyanamide
- Product Code
- 89462
- Chemical Name
- Calcium cyanamide
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 156-62-7 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 205-861-8 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Alfa Aesar
manufacturer
30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099
800-343-0660
http://www.alfa.com
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
800-343-0660
Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST
Carechem 24
(866) 928-0789
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS07
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Chemical characterization: Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium cyanamide EC: 205-861-8 | 156-62-7 | 100% | No |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
Symptoms: Causes serious eye damage.
Immediate Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical advice. Consult a doctor. Seek medical treatment.
Medical Treatment
No further relevant information available.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Hydrogen cyanide (HCN), Calcium oxide, Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Firefighter Protection
Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation
Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Prevent formation of dust.
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.
No information known.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
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.
Tightly sealed goggles. Safety glasses with side shields / NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU)
Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. 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.
Protective work clothing.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
No information known.
Reacts with strong oxidizing agents
Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.
Oxidizing agents, Water/moisture
Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Hydrogen cyanide, Calcium oxide, Nitrogen oxides
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
Toxicity
No further relevant information available regarding aquatic toxicity.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Mobility in soil
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
The substance is not considered to be PBT or vPvB.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1403
- Shipping Name
- Calcium cyanamide
- Transport Class
- 4.3
- Packing Group
- III
Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases; Stowage Category A; Handling Code H1 Keep as dry as reasonably practicable; Segregation Code SG26 In addition: from goods of classes 2.1 and 3 when stowed on deck of a containership a minimum distance of two container spaces athwartship shall be maintained, when stowed on ro-ro ships a distance of 6 m athwartship shall be maintained. SG35 Stow 'separated from' acids.
Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
The product is classified and labeled in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Calcium cyanamide?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Calcium cyanamide?
Calcium cyanamide is a solid appearing as powder . It has not determined odor.
What is Calcium cyanamide used for?
SU24 Scientific research and development
What are the hazard statements for Calcium cyanamide?
This substance has 3 hazard statements:
- H302: Harmful if swallowed.
- H318: Causes serious eye damage.
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
What is the melting point of Calcium cyanamide?
The melting point is 1340 °C (2444 °F) and the boiling point is Not determined.