Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Calcium carbide
- Product Code
- 14308
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Alfa Aesar GmbH & Co.KG
manufacturer
Zeppelinstr. 7b, 76185 Karlsruhe / Germany
+49 (0) 721 84007 280
http://www.alfa.com
Emergency Contacts
Carechem 24
+44 (o) 1235 239 670
Poison Information Center Mainz
+49(0)6131/19240
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS02
GHS05
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if symptoms persist.
Instantly remove any clothing soiled by the product. Instantly wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult doctor.
Seek medical treatment.
Immediate Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical advice.
Medical Treatment
Seek medical treatment.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
In case of fire, use sand, carbon dioxide or powdered extinguishing agent.
Water.
If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide Calcium oxide
Never use water.
Firefighter Protection
Wear full protective suit.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation Keep away from ignition sources
Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents
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 containers tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Store under dry inert gas. This product is moisture sensitive. Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Protect from humidity and keep away from water. Store in a locked cabinet or with access restricted to technical experts or their assistants.
No information known.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.
Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Tightly sealed safety glasses. Full face protection
Use breathing protection with high concentrations.
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.
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
Reacts with strong oxidizing agents. Contact with water releases flammable gases.
No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
Acids, Oxidizing agents, Water/moisture
Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Calcium oxide, Acetylene
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
Hand over to disposers of hazardous waste. Must be specially treated under adherence to official regulations.
Consult state, local or national regulations for proper disposal.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN1402
- Shipping Name
- CALCIUM CARBIDE
- Transport Class
- 4.3
- Packing Group
- II
Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases.
Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases.
Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases.
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
Employment restrictions concerning young persons must be observed. For use only by technically qualified individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Calcium carbide?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Calcium carbide?
Calcium carbide is a lump appearing as lump with greyish black color. It has not determined odor.
What is the solubility of Calcium carbide?
Contact with water releases flammable gases
What is Calcium carbide used for?
SU24 Scientific research and development
What are the hazard statements for Calcium carbide?
This substance has 2 hazard statements:
- H261: In contact with water releases flammable gases.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What is the melting point of Calcium carbide?
The melting point is 2300 °C and the boiling point is Not determined.